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University of Kansas

POOL - Instructor - Educational Psychology

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A Vocational Education Instructor teaches technical or job related skills to students, and uses work-based experience to help students learn about and prepare for jobs in a particular occupation. Provides training for jobs in business, health care, auto repair, information technology, culinary arts, or other areas. Teaches in a public high school, a regional or college program, or at a private training program.

$56,565 / year median in Kansas

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POOL - Instructor - Educational Psychology University of Kansas United States, Kansas, Lawrence 1450 Jayhawk Boulevard (Show on map) Aug 01, 2026 Position Overview The University of Kansas Department of Educational Psychology is building an instructor pool of qualified applicants to serve as part-time, temporary teaching positions at the undergraduate and/or graduate level. Amount of work required can vary by position and will range in FTE. Applicants will be reviewed and placed in a pool to be considered for teaching positions as needed. Applicants will be accepted throughout the year. The Instructor is an instructional, adjunct faculty position that is not eligible for tenure or promotion in rank. This is a term appointment for the Fall 2026 semester. Renewal will be based upon unit needs and funding as well as performance that meets expectations, not to exceed two continuous semesters. This position is subject to acollective bargaining agreementbetween The University of Kansas and United Academics, United Academics of KU, AAUP, or
AFT. UAKU
is the exclusive representative. As the State of Kansas is a right to work state, you have the right to be a member or not be a member of a union without fear of personal or professional repercussions. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. prior to the start date of the position. Due to complex state employment laws, the University of Kansas may be unable to hire fully remote workers for this position outside of Kansas. Specifically, we cannot currently offer employment to candidates residing in the following states: California, Idaho, Minnesota, and Delaware. We appreciate your understanding and invite interested individuals from eligible states to apply. Job Description 100%
Instructional Duties:
Part-time teaching positions at the undergraduate and/or graduate level. As an instructor for the university, primary duties and responsibilities include: teaching in a specific field, developing course materials, developing and managing syllabi, creating lectures and assignments, grading student work, advising students and holding office hours. All instructors are expected to collaborate with colleagues, be current in the field, and are required to adhere to departmental, school/college and university polices and procedures. Required Qualifications Doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology, School Psychology, Educational Psychology, or related area. This position requires a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have the foundational knowledge and skill set required to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is based on accreditation requirements, institutional standards of academic and professional excellence, alignment with peer institution benchmarks, and contributes to the credibility and effectiveness of the role within the university community. Preferred Qualifications Previous teaching experience at the undergraduate and/or graduate level. Additional Candidate Instructions Please complete an online application and attach a resume and cover letter for this pool position. Applicants will be contacted as positions occur on a semester to semester basis. Applications reviewed on an ongoing basis. Contact Information to Applicants David M. Hansen, Ph.D. dhansen1@ku.edu Advertised Salary Range $4,600 for 3 credit hour course Application Review Begins Friday August 7, 2026 Anticipated Start Date Tuesday August 18, 2026