Psychology Faculty Member at InsideHigherEd

About Holyoke Community College:Holyoke Community College is housed on a multi-million-dollar, 135-acre campus, equipped with state-of-the art technology in specialized learning facilities. HCC serves over 9,000 students annually, and provides a variety of recreational and cultural activities, from sports programs to music festivals, for students and community members alike. The college's strongest assets continue to be an innovative spirit, a sincere concern for students and a commitment to strive for even greater success. These are the values which have created a tradition of excellence spanning more than six decades, and which are enabling Holyoke Community College to meet today's challenges.Mission:Educate. Inspire. Connect.Values: Kindness, Inclusion, Trust, Innovation & CollaborationKindness, inclusion and trust are the foundation of the work that we do together. Innovation and collaboration enable us to explore and implement the ideas that will shape our future. The mission of HCC’s Psychology program is to foster a challenging environment that provides a solid knowledge base in psychological science and a broad background in the liberal arts through quality instruction. The successful candidate will exhibit a passion and commitment to teaching, advising, and shared governance. We strongly encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including people of color or other historically underrepresented groups, to apply. HCC is committed to creating an inclusive learning environment for students that values a variety of experiences and perspectives.Teach a variety of psychology courses, primarily on-campus.Maintains regular office hours.Provides academic advising.Attends regularly scheduled Department, Division, and College meetings.Participates in College Governance Committees, and other committees, task forces, sub-committees, and other activities as requested.Assists in curriculum development and assessment of student learning outcomes.Integrates computer technology into coursework, as appropriate.Participates in enrollment and retention efforts, as appropriate.Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in Psychology or Child/Human Development; Experience and interest in teaching introductory level psychology courses; Well-qualified and prepared to teach courses in developmental psychology (i.e., Child Psychology, Adolescent Psychology, and/or Human Development); Teaching experience at the college level; Demonstrated ability and knowledge of varied pedagogical strategies; Ability to integrate technology into instruction; Willingness to teach courses in a variety of modalities (e.g., on-campus, online);Excellent written and oral communication skills; Commitment to and understanding of the community college mission; Commitment to teaching a student body diverse in abilities, age, ethnicity, race, gender identity, and sexual orientation; Demonstrated proficiency in inclusive pedagogy.Equivalency Statement: We welcome and encourage applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above, to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position. It is preferred that this document be uploaded separately from the resume, cover letter, and references. Preferred Qualifications: Post-Masters credits or doctoral degree in Psychology; Specialization in developmental psychology; Experience and interest in teaching introductory level psychology courses; Demonstrated proficiency in community college teaching; Experience teaching individuals from diverse backgrounds.Full-Time, Tenure-Track MCCC/MTA Position:Salary: Minimum $57,013.00 - $65,725.00. Actual salary will be commensurate with education and experience in accordance with MCCC/MTA Collective Bargaining Agreement. Full State benefits. Funding: State.Start Date: August, 2026.Additional Details:A teaching demonstration is a required part of the interview process.In addition to the application, submission of the following documents is required:Letter of interest (Cover Letter). When preparing the cover letter, please refer to the minimum and preferred qualifications. CV/Resume including three references with contact information (email and phone).Disability Accommodations:Holyoke Community College is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Office of People and Talent at (413) 552-2554.Background Check:Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check which will include CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and SORI (Sex Offender Registry Information).All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. HCC is not sponsoring H1B Visa.Holyoke Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College’s Affirmative Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights.