Assistant Professor of Psychology

Job Description:

Springfield Technical Community College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Psychology. We seek an engaging and student-focused educator who is committed to excellence in teaching, curriculum development, and service. The successful candidate will value inclusive pedagogy, community engagement, and innovative teaching strategies that support student achievement.

The successful candidate will be committed to STCC's equity and access mission, providing guidance that supports diverse learners with varied cultural and educational backgrounds. They should employ a range of teaching techniques including lectures, group work, discussions, and educational technology to engage all students effectively. Encouraging deeper exploration of course content, the candidate will incorporate learner-centered practices such as self-reflection and critical thinking while assessing student performance through written assignments, presentations, testing, civic engagement, and portfolio development. Flexibility and adaptability are essential, as the ideal candidate will respond to evolving trends in higher education by integrating technology in both face-to-face and online modalities and staying current with advancements in psychological theory and practice. Applications received before January 2, 2026, will be given preference.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Teach a variety of psychology courses, including introductory and specialized courses like Counseling Techniques, Child Psychology, Adolescent Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, and Theories of Personality, with an emphasis on student-centered learning.
• Develop and implement teaching strategies that support diverse learners, including first-generation, non-traditional, and neurodiverse students.
• Provide academic advising and mentorship to students, fostering future academic and career success.
• Engage in curriculum development, assessment, and continuous improvement efforts to enhance student learning outcomes.
• Participate in service activities within the department, college, and broader community to advance the missions and goals of the department, School of Liberal and Professional Studies, and the College.
• Contribute to initiatives that promote student learning, equity, inclusion, and student retention.

Requirements:

• Master's degree in Psychology or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Experience teaching at the postsecondary level.
• Commitment to student success, equity, and inclusive teaching practices.
• Ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds, including those from underrepresented and underserved communities.
• Understanding of best practices for supporting student engagement and retention.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Psychology or Psy.D.
• Specialization in Clinical or Counseling Psychology.
• Professional practical experience in Clinical or Counseling Psychology.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience teaching at the postsecondary level.
• Experience teaching psychology courses at a community college serving diverse student populations.
• Experience with high-impact teaching practices, such as active learning, culturally responsive pedagogy, service-learning, project-based learning, and capstone experiences.
• Familiarity with online and hybrid course delivery.

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT:

Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

Additional Information:

Salary: $58,438 - $67,833 annually, in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Benefits: Yes
Union: MCCC
Grant Funded: No
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Springfield Technical Community College is not sponsoring H1B Visa.

INFORMATION AWARENESS SECURITY TRAINING:

Candidates for employment should be aware that all STCC employees are required to complete Information Awareness Security Training within thirty days of their orientation date and annually thereafter.

Application Instructions:

All available positions are located at: www.stcc.edu/about-stcc/employment which applicants must apply online by submitting a cover letter**, resume and three (3) professional references.

**Cover letter must demonstrate how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:

STCC conducts a pre-employment screening. Initial and continued employment is dependent upon meeting National Background Check, Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and/or Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) check and if applicable, Physical and Alcohol/Drug Testing requirements. Screening also includes verification of academic credentials, licenses, certifications, and/or verification of work history. Finalist(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.

POLICY STATEMENT ON AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & DIVERSITY:

Springfield Technical Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity, sex characteristics, sex stereotypes 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 Sex-Based Harassment. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, or retaliation shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action Officer and/or Title IX Coordinator, Kathryn C. Senie, Ed.D, J.D. at 413.755.5642 or via email at kcsenie@stcc.edu, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

STCC's personnel and academic decisions, programs and policies are formulated and conducted in a manner, which will ensure equal access for all people and prevent discrimination. As part of this effort, a College will ensure that employment and academic decisions, programs and policies will be based solely on the individual eligibility, merit or fitness of applicants, employees and students without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status, military service, gender identity, genetic information, sexual orientation or political or union affiliation.

URL: www.stcc.edu