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Parttime Psychology Instructor Jobs in Boston, MA

The Stepping Stones Group

Behavior Technician

Brockton, MA · On-site

$21 - $26/hr

Flexible, part-time hours in a center-based setting * A dynamic role supporting multiple children ... Clear pathways into full-time BT, ABA Instructor, and clinical roles Keep reading to see how this ...

The Stepping Stones

Behavior Technician

Brockton, MA · On-site

$21 - $26/hr

Flexible, part-time hours in a center-based setting * A dynamic role supporting multiple children ... Clear pathways into full-time BT, ABA Instructor, and clinical roles Keep reading to see how this ...

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$11.9K

$75.6K

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How much do parttime psychology instructor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for parttime psychology instructor in Boston, MA is $75,600.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,500.00 and $93,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Parttime Psychology Instructor vs Parttime Psychology Tutor?

AspectParttime Psychology InstructorParttime Psychology Tutor
CredentialsTypically requires a master's or doctoral degree in psychologyOften requires a bachelor's degree; advanced students or professionals may also tutor
Work EnvironmentClassroom or online teaching settings, often at colleges or universitiesOne-on-one or small group sessions, often online or in-person
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, colleges, universitiesPrivate tutoring companies, online platforms, independent tutors
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding teaching roles in psychology educationFinding personalized psychology help or exam prep

While both roles involve teaching psychology, a Parttime Psychology Instructor typically works in academic settings with formal teaching responsibilities, requiring advanced degrees. In contrast, a Parttime Psychology Tutor offers personalized assistance, often with fewer formal credentials, focusing on individual student needs.

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Infographic showing various Parttime Psychology Instructor job openings in Boston, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 53% Full Time, 42% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $75,600 per year, or $36.3 per hour.

Part-Time Adjunct Faculty - Psychology

LASELL UNIVERSITY

Newton, MA • On-site

$3.0K - $3.2K/mo

Part-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Part-time Psychology Instructor
The Social Sciences department at Lasell University is seeking an instructor for our 3-credit introductory Psychology course called "Psychological Perspectives."
Course Description:
In this course, students learn to think like psychologists as they study classic and contemporary topics in human behavior, feeling, and thought. Students learn to apply psychological perspectives of thought, including biological, cognitive, sociocultural, humanistic, psychodynamic, and behaviorist, to better understand the human experience. Students will learn to use these perspectives to explore how individual behavior is influenced by and influences one's biology, family, community and society. Topics may include human development, personality, psychopathology, human relationships, language, memory, perceptual processes, and intelligence, among others.
Days/Times: Two section classes are available for the Spring semester 2026. Priority will be given to candidates who can teach both on campus.
  • PSYC101.AKP Mondays & Wednesdays, 9:30 Am-12:15 pm.
  • PSYC101.BKP Mondays & Wednesdays, 12:30 pm- 1:45 pm.

Responsibilities and Duties:
  • Provide a syllabus and course outline to students that clearly communicates course learning outcomes.
  • Align some course assignments with program and core curriculum learning goals, and provide student work samples for college assessment purposes (sample assignments available)
  • Maintain a minimum of 1 office hours each week (remote or in person).
  • Incorporate Canvas (online learning platform) into the course.
  • Keep accurate records of student progress (grades) and complete mid-semester and final grade reports.

Qualifications:
Master's degree in a related field are required (doctoral degree preferred).
A willingness to incorporate the college's Connected Learning Philosophy into the course as well as a master's degree in a related field are required (doctoral degree preferred). Career-relevant experience such as counseling, research and/or statistics is a plus. Some of these courses are part of our general education core curriculum in addition to major requirements; thus, the successful candidate will have experience teaching students from a variety of majors and be willing to collaborate with other instructors on core curriculum and major-specific learning goals. Familiarity with Canvas or other learning management systems a plus.
As an institution, Lasell is committed to creating an intellectually enriching and inclusive educational environment. We are dedicated to enhancing our employees' intercultural competence and sensitivity in fulfilling their roles and interacting with students and employees who are broadly diverse with regard to various aspects of identity, such as race, ethnicity, ability status, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, nationality, and religion. Candidates who share this commitment to increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion on our campus are encouraged to apply.
Lasell University is an equal opportunity employer.

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