The Society for the Teaching of Psychology (STP) advances understanding of the discipline by promoting excellence in the teaching and learning of psychology. We provide resources and services, access to a collaborative community, and opportunities for professional development. Our goal is to advance the scholarship of teaching and learning, advocate for the needs of teachers of psychology, foster partnerships across academic settings, and increase recognition of the value of the teaching profession. Ready to Join? Membership Benefits ECP Committee members have been hard at work writing and contributing to these terrific resources: ECP Ebook ‘So you landed a job – What’s next? Advice for early career psychologists from early career psychologists.’’ Specifically written for Early Career Psychologist and a great resource! Teaching Primer "Introductory Psychology Teaching Primer: A Guide for New Teachers of Psyc 101." If you are a graduate student or new faculty member approaching this course for the very first time, we have something for you. Best-Practices Article Supporting our junior faculty: Assessing the concerns and needs of early career psychologists in Teaching of Psychology. An article presenting the results of a nationwide survey of ECPs who reported the challenges and stressors they faced as early career folks. ToP Article (under review) Effective Teaching Outcomes Associated with the Mentorship of Early Career Psychologists. An article assessing the presence or absence of different types of mentors as well as the successes and challenges associated with working with these mentors. Journal of Faculty Development (in preparation) Not All Types of Mentors are Created Equal: Comparing the Effectiveness of Departmental, University, and Self-Selected Mentors. An article comparing the effectiveness of different types of mentors based on the results of a nationwide survey. Practical, Proven Advice A subscription to Teaching of Psychology ( ToP), the premier journal pertaining to teaching-related issues, as well as access to all back issues of ToP. Our PSYCHTEACH listserv provides access to peer- reviewed resources and course syllabi in the online Office of Teaching Resources in Psychology(OTRP) and access to e- Books published by STP. Join a growing support network through our mentoring program, which consists of professionals committed to – and experienced in – the teaching of psychology. A discounted rate to attend the annual convention of the APA where the ECP has special programming geared toward topics of interest for ECPs. Connect with us Online:  Be nominated for the Early Career Teaching Award  Be considered for the ECP Committee Poster Award awarded at APA and ACT (formerly known as Best Practices)  Apply for the Early Career Travel Grant  Apply for the Faculty Development Small Grant program  Attend annual e-Workshops at low cost to improve teaching skills  Publish in the STP journal Teaching of Psychology and newsletter Society for the Teaching of Psychology News  Present at the APA convention  Become part of the mentoring program  Serve on a committee! We will be accepting application for a position on the ECP Committee in the Fall. Individuals interested in becoming more involved with the STP and ECP can do so by joining APA Division 2: The Society for the Teaching of Psychology (STP). The yearly fee is just $25. Contact ECP Resources ECP Committee Leaderships Team: Jennifer Stiegler-Balfour – Chair, University of New England, Jordan Troisi – Co-Chair, Sewanee: The University of the South, Bethany Fleck – Director of Communications, Public Relations, and Recruitment, Metropolitan State University of Denver, Angela Legg – Director of Recognition, Awards, and Regional Representatives, Pace University, Rajiv Jhangiani – Director of Research, Resources, and Special Initiatives, Kwantlen Polytechnic University, ECP Opportunities in Division 2: Society for the Teaching of Psychology