Part Time Adjunct Cyber Psychology Teacher

The Part-Time Adjunct Cyber Psychology Teacher supports full-time teachers in the education of students in a virtual environment. This individual grades student work, providing constructive feedback in a timely manner. In addition, the Adjunct Teacher may host online tutoring and instructional sessions with individuals and small groups of students. We are currently seeking teachers with a valid Michigan certification in Psychology. Multiple certifications are a plus. This part-time position has the potential (but not requirement) for up to 30 hours a week.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive learning environment for students.
• Work with students to identify areas in need of additional support and provide instruction and support to students in those areas.
• Grade and track completed online tasks and test scores 
• Provide thoughtful and constructive feedback on student work.
• Strict adherence to a 72-hour grading turn-around time.
• Report missing assignments, low essay grades and plagiarized work to students, parents and school district on a weekly basis.
• Attend monthly online meeting

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated computer skills in online education.
• Ability to learn new technology skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Persuasive skills that encourage students to complete assignments.
• Ability to raise and maintain expectations related to student performance.
• Professional and courteous demeanor

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Valid Michigan teaching certification in Psychology required; multiple certifications a plus.
• Evidence of at least 30 hours of professional development that demonstrates online teaching competency.
• Computer literacy with knowledge of online instruction is essential.
• Demonstrated successful teaching experience in K-12 public school setting.
• Experience tutoring or working with students in a one-on-one setting.
• Experience in online instruction strongly preferred.