Instructor, Psychology at WSRE

Pensacola, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Mar, 26

Salary

53250.0

Posted On

14 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Teaching, Advising, Communication Skills, Curriculum Development, Student Assessment, Course Planning, Diversity Awareness, Professional Development

Industry

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

Description

Join the PSC family and connect with accomplished and diverse colleagues who inspire and innovate students and transform lives and futures. Along with helping our students reach their goals, Pensacola State makes career fulfillment a reality. Job Description: The Psychology Instructor position is a 9-month, tenure-track faculty position with an anticipated start date of August 2026. The successful candidate will teach general psychology and other psychology-related courses as assigned. This position requires the effective teaching and advising of diverse students, as well as excellent oral and written communication skills, and a commitment to the comprehensive mission of the state college. The successful candidate will prepare course plans and materials, effectively deliver subject matter content, monitor student attendance and progress, participate in curriculum development, support activities that foster retention, participate in the selection of textbooks, assess student learning outcomes, serve on department and college-wide committees, and take part in other service and professional development activities as appropriate. Multiple campus, day, evening, and distance learning teaching assignments are possible. This position reports to the Department Head, Humanities and Social Sciences. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an institution that holds accreditation recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and approved by the College with a master’s degree in psychology or an equivalent field. A successful background check result is required. Pursuant to College policy, it is an employment eligibility requirement for an applicant to meet the requirements of § 435.04(2), Florida Statutes, related to background investigations. Any person failing to meet the requirements of the statute will be deemed not qualified to hold employment in this position. A Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) approved background check will be conducted on every successful candidate as a condition of employment, and any person who fails to disclose any adverse information contained in the background investigation at the time of submitting the employment application will be disqualified from employment. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an institution that holds accreditation recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and approved by the College with a doctoral degree in psychology. Post-secondary teaching experience and experience teaching distance learning courses are preferred. SALARY RANGE: $42,250-$48,250 for a 9-month contract with a master’s degree. $47,000-$53,000 for a 9-month contract with a doctoral degree. SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS: All supplemental materials must be submitted electronically via the Workday applicant portal. For questions or to request assistance with uploading supplemental materials, please contact HR Recruiting at HRRecruiting@pensacolastate.edu. 1. Cover Letter 2. Curriculum Vitae or Resume 3. Graduate-level Transcripts APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled – Review of applications will begin January 9, 2026. To receive full consideration, the online application and supplemental application materials must be received by January 8, 2026. Pay Details: Faculty members hired with less than three years of related experience shall be placed on the salary schedule as follows: 164 Day Base (2025 - 2026) Bachelor's or Less - $39,500 Master's - $42,250 Master's Plus - $44,000 Doctorate - $47,000 All degree classification levels add the appropriate dollars (up to $6,000) for years of credited experience to the annual salary figures above to determine entry salary. Pensacola State College offers a comprehensive benefits package for health, dental, vision, hospitalization, and supplemental insurance benefits through the State of Florida’s Group Insurance Program. All employees in established, eligible positions are members of the Florida Retirement System from their first day of employment. Other benefits offered include participation in the wellness program, tuition waivers, educational opportunities, and paid sick leave. Additional leave types are position specific. Pensacola State College does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information in its educational programs, activities, or employment. For inquiries regarding Title IX and the College’s nondiscrimination policies, contact the Executive Director of Equal Opportunity Compliance at (850) 484-1759, Pensacola State College, 1000 College Blvd., Pensacola, Florida 32504. Located on Florida’s beautiful Emerald Coast, Pensacola State College is the oldest of the 28 institutions in the Florida College System. With six campuses and centers ─ Pensacola, Warrington, Milton, South Santa Rosa, Century and downtown Pensacola, the College serves approximately 26,000 students. Since opening its doors with 136 students in a Pensacola boarding house in 1948, more than 110,000 students have earned bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees and workforce certificates from the College. By joining the PSC family, you connect with accomplished and diverse colleagues who inspire and innovate students and transform lives and futures. Along with helping our students reach their goals, Pensacola State makes career fulfillment a reality. Explore our employment opportunities today.

Responsibilities

The Psychology Instructor will teach general psychology and related courses, prepare course materials, and monitor student progress. Additionally, the instructor will participate in curriculum development and serve on committees.