Assistant Professor of Psychology, Provisional Faculty Salary $57,000.00 - $62,000.00 Annually
Location: Auraria Campus, CO
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2020-00882
Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Psychology, Anthropology, Sociology, & Womens Studies
Opening Date: 02/17/2026
Position Type: Faculty
Description: Benefits Applications received by March 3, 2026, will receive priority consideration. However, we encourage all interested candidates to apply, as the position will remain open until filled.
The Community College of Denver (CCD) seeks candidates who demonstrate a strong commitment to fostering an inclusive learning and work environment and who can effectively work with students, families, faculty, instructors, and staff from diverse backgrounds. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution, CCD is dedicated to expanding access and opportunity for nontraditional students, supporting workforce development, and strengthening community partnerships that promote educational attainment and career success. Serving a diverse student population, CCD values individuals who contribute to its mission of advancing social, civic, and economic vitality.
GENERAL SUMMARY
The Assistant Professor of Psychology is a full-time faculty position responsible for teaching college-level psychology courses and supporting the academic mission of the Community College of Denver. The primary focus of this role is excellence in teaching, with a full course load each semester, as well as participation in academic and administrative responsibilities that contribute to the effectiveness of the Psychology program and the Behavioral Sciences Department.
In addition to instructional duties, the faculty member will assist with curriculum development, program improvement, and coordination across instructional venues. The position also includes service to the college through participation in committees, student advising, and collaboration with colleagues. Faculty are expected to maintain currency in the discipline through ongoing professional development and engagement in scholarly and instructional best practices.
This position reports directly to the Chair of Behavioral Sciences and works collaboratively with department faculty and leadership to support student learning, program quality, and the overall goals of the college. Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities for this position include teaching college-level psychology courses, which may include a combination of Introductory Psychology, Psychopathology, Social Psychology, Human Sexuality, and/or Human Growth and Development. The ideal candidate will demonstrate effective pedagogical practices that support student engagement, academic success, and learning outcomes across a diverse student population and a range of learning styles and backgrounds.
Teaching Effectiveness
Primary teaching duties will consist of courses within the Psychology discipline. A full course load is defined as 15 credit hours per semester or 5 standard classes. Alternative assignments for administrative or related duties are possible. Faculty must demonstrate strong teaching skills and be able to engage and motivate students using both traditional and innovative methods of instruction, including use of technology, while teaching a curriculum grounded in core values of critical thinking, respect, competence, professional development, and ethical responsibility. A commitment to equity and student success that goes beyond the classroom is essential, as are effective interpersonal, leadership, and organizational skills.
Service to the College
In addition to teaching, faculty in this position will work collaboratively with other Behavioral Science faculty to develop and modify curriculum and engage in other departmental initiatives and responsibilities, including efforts to maintain coherence across CCD's many instructional venues (e.g., on-line, community campuses, and Pre-Collegiate programs), textbook selection, and professional development of faculty. Other duties may include oversight of Psi Beta, advising students on programs and degree planning. All full-time faculty are also expected to serve on college committees.
After gaining experience, full-time faculty may be expected to share in broader department coordination duties on a collaborative basis. These duties could include scheduling and staffing issues, hiring and supervision of adjunct faculty, resolution and mediation of faculty/student disputes, coordination with other educational venues, mentoring adjunct faculty, and facilitating staff development in the Behavioral Science Department.
Professional Development
It is the expectation of the College that faculty will continue to be active scholars in their chosen field. They should pursue their academic growth by taking formal academic courses or by attending conferences and workshops and otherwise reading, exploring, and enriching their knowledge of Psychology and related fields.
Service to the Community
Faculty should also be leaders in the community. Incorporating the community into the college will be a key component of the position. Faculty may serve on local boards or commissions, providing valuable leadership to the community as a whole. Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: (Minimum/Required) Master's Degree in Psychology or Master's Degree in a closely related field plus 18 graduate credit hours in psychology.
Experience: (Minimum/Required) Two years experience teaching psychology in a community college, college, or university setting.
Education: (Preferred) Doctorate Degree in Psychology or a closely related field plus 18 graduate credit hours in psychology.
Experience: (Preferred) Three or more years teaching experience. Strong background teaching psychology. Prior community college teaching experience. Experience teaching in multi-cultural settings and/or with underrepresented / underserved students. Curriculum development, program assessment, and/or program development experience is valuable. Applied job and/or research experience is helpful. Multilingual appreciated but not required. Collaborative teaching experience. Experience with the use of student Learning Management Systems (D2L), instructional technology, and Microsoft Office programs is helpful. Advising experience. Strong Administrative skills. Strong Organizational skills. Clinical background.
SELECTION PROCESS
Preliminary screening will be made on the basis of completed application packet submitted by candidate. Completed application packet includes: a letter of interest of no more than five pages, addressing in general the items under "Primary Duties" and specifically each item under "Minimum Qualifications"; an online application; resume; and transcripts. All candidates, including current Community College of Denver employees must submit a complete application packet which includes all materials listed above. Only completed application packets will move forward for screening. Please review the job duties and minimum requirements carefully. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a particular position does not assure the applicant an interview. Selected applicants will be invited by the screening committee for interviews. All application materials become the property of Community College of Denver and cannot be copied.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Interested applicants must submit a complete application packet at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ccd which includes:
Electronic Application Click 'New Resume' at the bottom of this page Cover Letter Resume References - Names, phone numbers, addresses, & email addresses of three professional references Copies of transcripts, official preferred Copies of appropriate credentials, if applicable All included attachments should be saved with the following nomenclature: Last name, First name Document; for example Doe, John Resume; Doe, Jane Transcripts
Your resume should clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications. Those applicants that do not meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered. Part-time experience is ½ the equivalent of full-time experience. Example: Four (4) years applicable part-time experience equals 2 years full-time equivalency.
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Benefits for administrative, professional and technical (APT) staff and faculty are administered through the SBCCOE Trust. Effective July 1, 2015, employees in APT and faculty positions that are budgeted at .75 FTE or more are eligible for benefits beginning on their date of hire. Information regarding benefits can be found at CCCS Employee Benefits. Additional information regarding leave accruals can be found in Board Policy 3-60. We encourage lifelong learning; non-classified employees are also eligible for tuition reimbursement.
Retirement
CCD and most employment categories contribute to Colorado PERA, which provides retirement and other benefits to employees of more than 500 government agencies and public entities in the state of Colorado. PERA is the 21st largest public pension plan in the United States. PERA is a substitute for Social Security; CCD employees do not contribute to Social Security. PERA eligible employees are required to contribute a fixed percentage of their salary to the pension. Student employees are not eligible to participate in PERA.
CCD and the State of Colorado offer three tax-deferred investment plans, including 401(k), 403(b) and 457 plans. Employer Community College of Denver (CO) Address 855 Lawrence Parkway Suite 565 Denver, Colorado, 80204 Website http://www.ccd.edu
Community College of Denver’s educational programs are designed to enrich the social, civic, and economic fabric of our community, nation, and world. Through innovation, open exploration of ideas, and preparation of a well-trained workforce, CCD supports a vibrant local economy. Programs and strategies that promote access—as well as academic and personal success for underserved students—are the foundation of CCD operations.
We are dedicated to expanding access, particularly for underserved first-generation and minority students. Nearly 50 percent of our students are first-generation and over 60 percent qualify for financial aid. The student experience on campus is one of support, access, and a growing student success.
As the only community college in the city and county of Denver, the College is surrounded by history, arts, sports, and culture. Situated along the west bank of Cherry Creek, CCD is also the only community college in the nation to share a campus with two four-year universities—Metropolitan State University of Denver and University of Colorado Denver. Together the three institutions share classroom buildings, a fully-accessible health center, a regional library, recreational facilities, a performing arts center, and a student union.
The faculty, staff, & volunteers at CCD make up a unique community with a shared vision resulting in an inspired & quality higher education. Our human resource department looks to hire knowledgeable, professional, and resourceful employees who help us realize our goals as an organization. Join our faculty and staff and become a part of a truly great organization.