Adjunct Faculty - CPSYC 2551: Concepts and Skills of Professional Practice; Fall Semester 2026; In-person, On-Campus

The Opportunity

Lesley University's Department of Psychology+ is seeking a highly qualified adjunct faculty member to teach: CPSYC 2551 - Concepts and Skills of Professional Practice; Fall Semester 2026; Mondays/Wednesdays from 11:10 am - 12:15 pm; In-Person, On-Campus.

Course Description:

In this course, students will combine theory with practice as they engage in the first of their required internships. This course focuses on the development of communication skills, clinical skills of interviewing, case study, and professional conduct. Students will be exposed to the ethics governing the delivery of professional services, with special attention paid to social services in diverse communities. The internship is a key component of the course, designed to help students integrate theory with clinical skills in practice. Students will spend a minimum of 90 hours in the field throughout the semester. Note: Students should have secured an internship site before the start of the course.

Qualities & Capabilities

A successful candidate will have:

• A Master's degree in Psychology or a related field (required); PhD or terminal degree (preferred)

• Demonstrated success teaching at the undergraduate level

• Practice experience in Psychology, Social Work, Human Services, or a related field (preferred)

• Commitment to student-centered, inclusive, and equitable teaching practices

• Experience in constructivist, inquiry-based learning

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Why Lesley

Located in the heart of Cambridge, Massachusetts, Lesley University is highly regarded for its graduate and undergraduate programs in the human arts of education, the arts, and applied social sciences. Lesley fosters a highly creative environment in which innovative ideas thrive, theory is integrated with practice and its 6,400 students and 90,000 alumni are empowered to improve and enrich communities.

Lesley is committed to the ongoing pursuit of strategic diversity initiatives that help to position diversity, equity, and inclusion as fundamental to institutional and academic excellence at Lesley. In doing so, Lesley strives for a campus culture and community that fosters a true sense of belonging for all, provides opportunity for everyone to participate equally and fully in the Lesley experience, and helps to develop each individual's capacity to confidently and competently engage within and across difference. Given an evolving national context and the rapid change in the demographic profile of our country, the University has made a significant commitment to addressing and enhancing its campus climate and diversity capabilities as an institution.

Expressing Interest

A letter of interest, CV/resume, and a statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion through teaching, professional activity, and/or service must be included for full consideration.

At Lesley University we strive for a supportive and equitable environment where people -- regardless of race, ethnicity, color, sex, physical ability, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, neurodiversity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, membership in uniformed services, and all other categories protected by applicable state and federal laws -- can participate equally and fully as their true selves in all aspects of university life. Accordingly, the University prohibits discrimination based on these protected categories in any education program or activity that it operates, including in admission and in employment. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout the fabric of our institution. Individuals may submit concerns or questions related to discrimination to the University's Director of Equal Opportunity. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity's webpage for the University's entire notice of nondiscrimination and for additional information.

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