Assistant Professor Psychology and Counseling

Job Description Special Instructions to Applicant: Please submit completed application, resume, cover letter, and transcripts Job Summary: POSITION: Instructor / Assistant Professor of Psychology FOCUS: Psychology and Counseling DEPARTMENT: School of Professional Studies DATE OPENED: Consideration of applications begins immediately. STARTING DATE: August 2026 General Summary: Responsible for providing instruction in accordance with the philosophy and objectives of the College. Essential Duties: 1. Contribute to students' academic growth and development, which includes all of the following. A. Teaching, which includes but is not limited to the following: i. Have knowledge of and enthusiasm for the subject ii. Maintain competence in the assigned field of specialization and exhibit professional competence in the classroom, studio or laboratory iii. Maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning iv. Maintain respect for the student and the student's posture as a learner v. Organize course and subject matter to acquaint all students with the course requirements including specific objectives, and methods of evaluation vi. Organize course presentations through short-term and long-range outcomes vii. Present abstract ideas and theories clearly viii. Conduct classroom presentations and activities utilizing methods appropriate to reach students of varying educational/experiential backgrounds and learning styles ix. Actively engage students in lectures, discussions or laboratories x. Coordinate handouts, video and/or online materials and/or articles to update course content xi. Incorporate new methodologies in teaching and technology into classes xii. Encourage student to think for themselves xiii. Be flexible and innovative with teaching styles and approaches, as appropriate to the class xiv. Be reliable in meeting scheduled responsibilities xv. Be accessible to students; post and maintain office hours xvi. Provide regular and timely assessment of student progress xvii. Be fair in examinations and grading xviii. Participate in program assessment and catalog revisions xix. Periodically evaluate and develop new courses, where necessary, revise and update existing courses to maintain relevant and current content. xx. Participate in program review and updating requirements B. Advising students, which includes but is not limited to the following: i. Be knowledgeable about college policies and program requirements ii. Help students plan programs of study iii. Provide students with advice on academic issues and career counseling, tutoring, and other academic support resources iv. Assist in the development, implementation, and assessment of the departmental enrollment management plan, including serving directly in student recruitment, retention, and success strategies v. Schedule and maintain availability for student advising vi. Establish and maintain timely communication with advisees vii. Provide leadership and supervision for student organizations and activities Example of Work Performed (cont.) 2. Professional achievement and continual preparation and study through scholarly and creative activity will vary according to the field, examples of which may include the following: A. Participate in academic organizations related to teaching assignment B. Give scholarly and/or creative presentations, workshops or performances C. Produce scholarly and/or creative materials such as original or applied research, manuscripts, articles, book reviews, musical arrangements, or works of art D. Engage in appropriate professional development to enhance performance as faculty member E. Seek external funding through approved grant and contract work related to discipline, as appropriate and assigned F. Provide evidence of achievement within and significance of contributions to field G. Provide evidence of quality and originality of thought or work and breadth and depth of perspective H. Be willing and able to continue individual development and professional productivity as a member of the faculty. 3. Professional services rendered outside the academic discipline in ways other than teaching that contribute to the work of the College vary from individual to individual. Service to the college and community, and profession related to the professional assignment includes the following: A. Participate in campus and community presentations B. Serve on discipline, department, school, and campus-wide committees and initiatives C. Take an active role in discipline, departmental, and school accreditation and reaccreditation activities, as appropriate and as assigned D. Periodically evaluate and develop new courses, where necessary, consistent with the role and mission of the institution, school and department E. Sponsor student organizations, as appropriate and assigned, and participate in student-based activities F. Provide leadership in professional organizations and/or good citizenship in the community at large G. Foster and sustain collegial relations with campus, community and profession Secondary Duties: Other duties as assigned by Dean About Us: PSC's "Campus of a Thousand Oaks," an arboretum campus, is nestled in historic southeast Nebraska. The state's first college, Peru State offers a unique mix of innovative online and traditional classroom undergraduate and graduate programs, including online graduate degrees in education and organizational management. PSC is a member institution of the Nebraska State College System. For more information, visit or call 1-800-742-4412. Required Qualifications: Master's degree in psychology with a minimum of 15 hours of graduate coursework in Counseling or a master's degree in counseling; and experience and/or interest in increasing student success and engagement, particularly of underrepresented students. Candidates with a master's degree and professional experience may be considered for an instructor level position. Preferred Qualifications: Terminal degree in Psychology or Counseling. Professional licensed counseling experience. Online and classroom teaching experience. Completion of a terminal degree is required for a tenure track position. Compliance Requirements: Background Check Information at a Glance Apply now Req Id: 2055 Org Unit: School of Professional Studies PSC Tenure: Open Until Filled: Yes Union: State College Education Association (SCEA) Job Location: Peru, NE 68421 Advertised Salary: Commensurate with qualifications Job Type: Full-Time Worksite Eligibility: On-site Benefits Eligible: Yes For questions or accommodations related to this position contact: The Nebraska State Colleges are equal opportunity institutions and prohibit unlawful discrimination and harassment. Each College has designated an individual to coordinate the Colleges' non-discrimination efforts to comply with regulations implementing Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and practices may be directed to the Compliance Coordinators assigned at each College and identified on each College website. Posting Start Date: 12/8/25 Search Jobs

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