Adjunct Instructor of Educational Psychology/School Psychology

Department of Education Sciences and Professional Programs

The Educational Psychology and School Psychology Programs in the Department of Education Sciences and Professional Programs at the University of Missouri - St. Louis (UMSL) is continuously seeking qualified candidates for adjunct faculty to teach graduate courses. The Educational Psychology Program at UMSL offers master's and PhD degrees with most of the courses being offered in online formats. The School Psychology Program at UMSL offers a National Association of School Psychologists-approved Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) degree.

Positions vary by semester. Courses may include Child and Adolescent Development; Life-Span: Individual and Family Development; Advanced Studies in Child and Adolescent Development; Psychoeducational Differences, Consultation in Schools and Related Settings; and more.

Adjunct instructors are needed to teach both asynchronously online and evening courses (typically 5:30-8:10pm) on UMSL's campus. Applicants should indicate their availability for in-person or online teaching in their materials.

Adjuncts are appointed for summer (mid-May to early August), fall (mid-August to mid-December), and spring (mid-January to mid-May) semesters. Appointments are for each semester as needed and are term, non-benefit, non-tenure-accruing positions, with possibility for renewal. Candidate materials will be kept on file as program teaching needs change each term.

Major Responsibilities:
Teach courses that adhere to accreditation standards, as appropriate. Collaborate with department faculty and department chair.

• An earned graduate degree in educational psychology, school psychology, or a closely related field (a doctoral degree is preferred)
• Relevant experience working with diverse individuals and communities
• Evidence of teaching experience (preferably at the college level)
• Demonstrated communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
  

Application materials should include: (a) Cover Letter, (b) Resume/CV, (c) Unofficial Graduate Transcripts, and (d) Teaching Statement teaching reflecting teaching philosophy, descriptions of specific course assignments or lessons that fit with this philosophy, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Dr. Phillip Waalkes (waalkesp@umsl).

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, but will be continuously accepted and retained for future teaching needs.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

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In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research and engagement.

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