Asst Prof, Teaching, Learning & Leadership

Asst Prof, Teaching, Learning & Leadership

Seattle University

Asst Prof, Teaching, Learning & Leadership

Position Description

The School Psychology program in the Department of Teaching, Learning, and Leadership in the College of Education at Seattle University seeks applications for a full-time assistant professor (tenure-track) in our NASP-accredited Educational Specialist in School Psychology program. This position begins September 2025. The School Psychology program at Seattle University prepares ethical and reflective school psychologists who lead and advocate for social justice in diverse school settings.

Primary responsibilities for this position include teaching school psychology graduate courses, scholarship, and service to the program, the department, the College of Education, Seattle University, and to the profession. The individual will teach and advise students in graduate level courses aligned to the candidate's expertise and interests. Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to diversity, social justice, and culturally responsive practices in their teaching, scholarship, and service. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a commitment to collaboration, student mentorship and support, the university mission, and the program's social justice/equity aspirations.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• An earned doctorate in school psychology or a highly related field with a doctoral specialization in school psychology or special education by August 2025.

• Undergraduate-level or graduate-level teaching experience.

• Demonstrated understanding of, commitment to, and ability to teach in accordance with the university and program missions.

• Demonstrated ability to integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion into teaching across content areas.

• Evidence of potential for a productive scholarly agenda.

Preferred:

• Candidates with sustained engagement with minoritized communities underrepresented in higher education and demonstrated ability to integrate this asset into teaching and program development.

• Evidence of successful teaching, advising, and supervision of students at the graduate level.

• School or clinical experience with children or adolescents.

• Demonstrated scholarly productivity connected to social justice in education.

• Applicants with a variety of teaching interests will be considered. An applicant with interests in the following domains would complement the program: Mental and behavioral health services, neurodiversity especially autism, practicum or internship supervision.

Founded in 1891, Seattle University is a Jesuit Catholic university located on a beautiful campus of more than 50 acres in the dynamic heart of Seattle. Our diverse and driven population is made up of more than 7,400 students enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programs within eight schools and colleges. Seattle University is an equal opportunity employer.

In support of its pursuit of academic and scholarly excellence, Seattle University is committed to creating a diverse community of students, faculty and staff that is dedicated to the fundamental principles of equal opportunity and treatment in education and employment regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, national origin, political ideology, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The university encourages applications from, and nominations of, individuals who will further enrich the diversity of our educational community.

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit applications online at www.seattleu.edu/careers, including a cover letter of interest responsive to the prompts below, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, and the names and contact information of three references (letters may be solicited upon submission of application). In your cover letter, please explain how you understand, embody, and would contribute to each of the following aspects of Seattle University, dedicating one paragraph to each prompt: 1. Our 5-year Strategic Plan, Reigniting Our Strategic Directions; 2. Our Mission as a Jesuit and Catholic University; 3. Our commitment to DEI and Inclusive Academic Excellence; 4. Our focus on pedagogy, scholarship, service, and institution building; and 5. Our faculty members' role as Teacher-Scholars. Application review begins as early as October 15, 2024. Open until filled. The preliminary interviews will be conducted online, and the campus interview will be in person. Questions regarding the position may be directed to Dr. Ashli Tyre, Search Committee Chair at tyrea@seattleu.edu.

Compensation at a Glance:

Salary Range: $75,000-80,000 base salary depending on rank and experience at hire.

Seattle University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, and not based on a candidate's gender or any other protected status.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. Seattle University provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your total compensation package.
Benefits at a Glance

Consistent with its fundamental Jesuit values, Seattle University offers a wide range of benefits designed to care for the whole person. Choose from three different medical plans, a dental, and vision insurance programs. Protect your income with life, short & long-term disability coverage. Plan for your future with up to a 10% employer contribution for retirement benefits, comprised of a 5% nonelective employer contribution and an additional dollar-for-dollar match of your voluntary contributions up to a maximum of 5%. You may also take advantage of 100% paid tuition benefits for the employee and dependents, a subsidized transportation benefit, a wellness program with free access to an onsite fitness facility, and a wide variety of campus events. Enjoy a generous holiday schedule, including a paid Holiday break closure in December, and paid sick leave. For more information explore the Benefits website at: https://www.seattleu.edu/hr/benefits/


To apply, please visit: https://seattleu.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?id=2550&site=2







Copyright ©2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.

Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency

jeid-0265905d7b584745a598261168117308

Jobs at Seattle University. When inquiring or applying for jobs with the Seattle University, please reference AcademicCareers.com

Applicants with dual-career considerations can find university jobs such as professor jobs, dean jobs, and other faculty jobs and employment opportunities at the Seattle University and at other universities/colleges in the region on www.AcademicCareers.com

To receive email alerts when new jobs at the Seattle University are posted, sign up for new job openings at the Seattle University.