[Hiring] Lead Instructor Psychology @Colorado Technical University

Role Description

The Lead Faculty is a member of the faculty (with rank appropriate to the educational and professional background of the individual) who also holds an administrative appointment related to managing the faculty within a specific academic program or set of academic programs. With accountability for coaching and managing faculty, the Lead Faculty exemplifies teaching and student support strategies, while upholding faculty performance standards and student engagement policies.

• Provides meaningful student learning of the course and programmatic learning outcomes.
• Supports all facets of the learning environment.
• Teaches 2 courses (8 to 12 quarter hours) each quarter, totaling 8 courses (32 to 48 quarter hours) per academic year.
• Completes a minimum of 8 hours of training and professional development each academic year.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Master's Degree in Psychology or subfield; or out of field graduate degree with 18+ graduate semester hours in field/subfield; or out of field graduate degree with 5+ years' documented professional experience in field/subfield.
• Preferred: Doctorate Degree in Psychology or subfield; 3+ years’ documented professional experience in field/subfield; and 3+ years’ documented experience teaching adult, nontraditional, and Active Duty Military/Veteran student learners in a higher education setting.
• 3 to 5 years of experience working with adult, non-traditional, and Active Duty Military/Veteran student learners in a higher education setting.
• 5 years teaching experience at the collegiate level, with diverse online and blended experiences a plus.
• 5 years of professional experience in an organizational setting relevant to Colorado Technical University’s programs preferred.
• 1 to 3 years of progressive experience managing or coordinating teams required.
• Experience working with a variety of functional areas within an organization, with experience in higher education and student success initiatives, a plus.

Requirements

• Willingness and demonstrated ability to support and foster student and faculty achievement at all levels.
• Interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Project and program management skills with a focus on successful completion.
• Focus on data and outcome metrics to gauge success and highlight areas for improvement.
• Drive for and pursuit of innovation.
• Strong leadership and strategic planning skills.
• Strong analytical and change management skills.
• Experience with computerized learning management systems and education technology tools strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with standard office applications on personal computers.
• Ability to read, comprehend, interpret, and implement accreditation criteria, state agency regulations, and academic policies and procedures.
• Ability to effectively present information to students, faculty colleagues, and academic and campus leaders.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and successfully meet deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively, cooperatively, and flexibly in a team environment.
• Ability to physically work in the United States while performing all responsibilities of the position for Colorado Technical University.

Benefits

• Salary Range between $62,500 and $75,000 per year.
• Paid time off.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Comprehensive medical, pharmaceutical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Company paid life insurance and disability insurance - subject to eligibility.
• Company paid tuition assistance -- subject to eligibility and approval.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Prenatal and adoption assistance.
• Additional ancillary programs are available upon benefit enrollment eligibility.