Adjunct Faculty Position – Introduction to Psychology- Mindful (PSYC-105MC)

NHTI – Concord’s Community College
Position Type: Part-time, adjunct
Semester: Fall 2025
Compensation: $825 - $975 per credit, based on adjunct faculty rank (determined by education and experience)

Position Overview:
NHTI is seeking a qualified adjunct faculty member to teach Introduction to Psychology- Mindful. This course provides students with essential knowledge of fundamental facts and principles of psychology within the broader context of contemporary personal and social concerns. Topics may include the historical development of the discipline, scientific methodology, human development, motivational theory, consciousness, sensation and perception, learning, thinking, memory, emotions, biological basis of behavior, personality theory, psychopathology, therapy, and research methodology. PSYC 105MC features the study of mindfulness and incorporates mindfulness meditation as an instructional method while also exploring aspects of emotional intelligence as they relate to effective communication and positive psychology focusing on practical applications and real-world relevance.

Course Details:

• Course Name: Introduction to Psychology- Mindful (PSYC-105MC)

• Credits: 3

• Lecture Hours: 3 hours/weekly

• Lab/Practicum Hours: None

• Schedule: One day a week, 3 hours a day. Fall: 09:00am 11:50am Wednesday; Spring: 09:00am 11:50am Wednesday

• Location: NHTI Campus, Concord, NH

Course Description:

PSYC 105MC is an introductory college course in psychology, which focuses on the fundamental facts and principles of psychology within the broader context of contemporary personal and social concerns.

Topics may include the historical development of the discipline, scientific methodology, human development, motivational theory, consciousness, sensation and perception, learning, thinking, memory, emotions, biological basis of behavior, personality theory, psychopathology, therapy, and research methodology. PSYC 105MC features the study of mindfulness and incorporates mindfulness meditation as an instructional method while also exploring aspects of emotional intelligence as they relate to effective communication and positive psychology (Note: Students who have received credit for PSYC 105MC cannot also receive credit for PSYC 105C).

Psychology is an exciting and changing field that has an impact on your life. Although a little more than a century old as a formal discipline, the study of psychology has revolutionized how we look at others and ourselves. While psychologists are involved in a broad range of specialties, they share the common goal of attempting to understand behavior. Hopefully, throughout this course you will find that many of the topics covered have relevance to your own life. You may find that you look at some situations differently, that you have some new insights into human behaviors, including your own.

In combining the study of psychology with the study and practice of mindfulness—the “awareness that arises through paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment, non-judgmentally”—as outlined by Jon Kabat-Zinn, Ph.D (and to which he often adds “in the service of self-understanding and wisdom”), this course offers a rich opportunity to put into practice aspects of positive psychology, the science of well-being and strengths and a rapidly growing branch of psychology in 2021 (“Jon Kabat-Zinn: Defining Mindfulness” 2017).

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach the assigned course using provided curriculum and instructional materials aligned with program standards.

• Facilitate class discussions, assignments, and assessments to foster student engagement and learning.

• Provide regular feedback and maintain accurate records of student progress.

• Maintain professional currency in the field and comply with college policies and standards.

• Attend department meetings.

• Maintain daily email communication with students, faculty, staff and department chair of department.

• Follow all rules, regulations, and requirements of NHTI and the Social Sciences department.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Master's degree in Psychology or equivalent

• Experience: Prior teaching experience required and familiarity with Canvas (or similar LMS) preferred.

• Residency: Must reside in NH

Application Process:
Submit a completed employment application with a cover letter, CV/resume, and copies of official or unofficial transcripts. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Employment history sections stating “see resume” will not be accepted.

For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Professor Kelly Luedtke

Kluedtke@ccsnh.edu