Instructor – Psychology

leader in career and transfer preparation, workforce training initiatives, distance learning and service to a diverse population of students. Hudson Valley has an extension center in Malta, NY known as HVCC North and sponsors the Capital District Educational Opportunity Center in Troy, NY. With more than 80,000 alumni and nearly 1,000 employees, the college is a catalyst for educational opportunity and economic development in the Capital Region of New York State.

Hudson Valley seeks experienced, dynamic, capable, creative and caring individuals who would like to join our Faculty team and continue to build on decades of successful service to our community. Teaching assignments may include weekend, evening, and online.

To be considered an applicant for this position you must meet the minimum qualifications as stated in this announcement. HVCC does not sponsor Visas. Applicants must currently hold an unrestricted employment authorization to work in the United States and appointment will be contingent upon completion of a background check.

Applications are being accepted for the following vacancies for the Spring 2027 semester on the Faculty staff of Hudson Valley Community College, Troy, New York.

Department: Education and Social Sciences

Instructor – Psychology HV-FAC-Psychology SP27
Full Time Probationary

Minimum qualifications: Master’s Degree in psychology or closely related discipline from an accredited college or university and previous college teaching experience. Ability to teach on campus classes.
Preferred qualifications: Experience teaching online, hybrid, and in person classes. Experience teaching introductory psychology courses.

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide instruction in psychology courses at the 100 and 200 level. Teach in other department areas as needed.
• Evaluate student performance and complete assessments as required by the College.
• Participate in departmental, division wide, and/or college wide initiatives.
• At the direction of the Department Chairperson, faculty shall perform duties as specified in the Faculty Contract.

The minimum salary for this position is $53,000 and faculty appointments may be at the instructor or assistant professor level, depending on qualifications and experience. This position includes benefits for 12 months but has a work obligation of a 10-month appointment (151 days), which reflects responsibilities during the fall and spring semesters. The annual assigned teaching load is between thirty (30) and thirty-three (33) contact hours, typically distributed as eighteen (18) contact hours in the fall semester and fifteen (15) contact hours in the spring semester. Teaching load may include evening, weekend and/or online assignments, and there may be potential for additional compensation through voluntary overload.

Hudson Valley offers a full benefit package including Health Insurance, Dental and Eye Insurance, Retirement, employee and employee’s spouse and children free tuition waivers. HVCC also has a generous leave policy. If you’re employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, you might be eligible for the PSLF Program. The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans

Please visit our Employment Opportunities page www.hvcc.edu/jobs to apply before the close date of October 25, 2026.

Hudson Valley Community College is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applicants from minorities and women veterans, and individuals with disabilities, and Bi-lingual applicants are encouraged to apply. Hudson Valley Community College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Organization

Founded in 1953, Hudson Valley Community College is one of the largest and most comprehensive institutions in the SUNY system. Each year, more than 20,000 students pursue their goals through 80+ degree and certificate programs, hundreds of workforce training opportunities, and a wide range of personal enrichment classes.

The college is recognized for excellence and innovation in teaching, career training, and student support. Small classes, extensive learning resources, and targeted retention efforts reflect a strong commitment to student success, diversity, and equity—particularly for historically underserved communities.

Hudson Valley remains responsive to both student aspirations and regional workforce needs, continuously adapting programs and expanding transfer agreements with four-year institutions. It is a leader in engineering, technology, skilled trades, and healthcare programs, while also offering strong liberal arts, business, computer science, criminal justice, education, and human services pathways.

Students benefit from a vibrant campus experience with extracurricular offerings that rival many four-year colleges. The 120-acre campus features state-of-the-art facilities across more than 20 buildings, alongside branch locations at HVCC North in Malta, HVCC South at the Capital South Campus Center, and the Aeronautical Technology Institute at Albany International Airport.

The college also sponsors the Capital District Educational Opportunity Center, providing free career training and academic preparation for qualified students, and partners with over 30 high schools to deliver dual enrollment opportunities.

With more than 90,000 alumni—most living and working in the Capital Region—Hudson Valley continues to shape futures and strengthen communities.