• Instructor, Psychology

    College of Western Idaho (Nampa, ID)


    Instructor, Psychology Boise - Faculty

     

    Opened: Jan 14 2026 MST

     

    Anticipated Close Date: Feb 04 2026 MST

    Contract Length:

    9 month

    Reports To:

    Department Chair, Social Sciences

    Position Status:

    FT - Full-Time

    Posted Pay Range:

    $49,405 - $61,756

     

    Shape Minds and Inspire Success as a Full-Time Psychology Faculty Member at CWI!

     

    Are you passionate about teaching and mentoring students in psychology? The College of Western Idaho (CWI) is seeking a full-time Psychology Instructor to deliver engaging instruction, foster student success, and contribute to curriculum development in a collaborative, student-centered environment.

     

    Why Join CWI?

     

    At CWI, we believe education transforms lives. As a Psychology faculty member, you’ll have the opportunity to teach diverse learners, develop inclusive pedagogy, and engage in professional growth while making a lasting impact on student achievement.

    Benefits:

    CWI offers one of the most affordable and comprehensive benefits packages in higher education, including:

    + Premium healthcare plans

    + 11%+ employer retirement contributions

    + Tuition discounts

    + Generous personal leave

    + Professional development opportunities

    Engaging Instruction with Purpose:

    + Teach psychology courses across multiple modalities (in-person, online, hybrid)

    + Develop and maintain inclusive, student-centered pedagogy

    + Continuously improve curriculum, content delivery, and assessment methods

    + Assist in course-level curriculum development and revision

    Institutional Engagement & Collaboration:

    + Build professional relationships and engage in service activities that support student success

    + Participate in departmental initiatives and planning processes

    + Support mentoring needs for CWI’s Dual Credit program

    Professional Development & Growth:

    + Work with supervisors to align expertise and interests with student success

    + Focus on continuous improvement and teaching excellence

    What We’re Looking For:

    + Master’s degree in Psychology from an accredited institution

    + 1+ years of experience teaching psychology at the post-secondary level as lead instructor

    + Experience teaching research methods and/or statistical analysis using open-access software

    + Ability to obtain certification in ethical conduct of human subjects research and mentor undergraduate research projects

    + Expertise in academic writing, APA style (7th edition), and collaborative learning environments

    + Commitment to effective teaching in a community college setting, adapting instruction across multiple modalities

    + Proficiency with instructional technologies, LMS platforms, and productivity software

    + Evidence of collaboration, clear communication, and service to higher education

    Additional Instructions For Applicants:

    Most positions at CWI are in-person and based on campus. While some roles may allow up to two remote workdays per week, eligibility for remote work is determined on a case-by-case basis at the hiring manager's discretion. All candidates must reside within, or be willing to relocate to, a reasonable commuting distance from CWI. Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

     

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected status.