Lecturer, Department of Educational Psychology

Lecturer

The University of Texas at San Antonio, Department of Educational Psychology located within the College of Education and Human Development invites applications for Lecturer position.

The University of Texas at San Antonio

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UT San Antonio Today or on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.

College of Education and Human Development

The College of Education and Human Development is pioneering the cultivation of future leaders. Our commitment extends beyond borders as we strive to establish a global benchmark for fostering transformative leadership. Grounded in the values of our local community, we champion integrity, service, and scholarship. Through innovative education and dedicated mentorship, we empower individuals to drive positive change and shape a brighter and stronger world.

Department of Educational Psychology

The mission of the Department of Educational Psychology is to promote the development and application of scientific knowledge across educational contexts and communities. We offer degrees for students interested in practitioner- or research-focused careers. Our practitioner-oriented degrees provide training to become a licensed and practicing School Psychologist or a Board Certified Behavior Analyst licensed to practice in the state of Texas. For students interested in other educational pathways, we also offer a master's degree in Applied Educational Psychology. For this degree, students are trained both in the foundations of the discipline while offering flexible pathways for students to pursue a variety of career and educational goals.

Salary Range: Up to $3,500 per course.

Job Type: Part Time

Position Summary

This position is for Lecturers who can teach graduate level classes in the Department of Educational Psychology. We need someone with credentials to teach in the Applied Behavior Analysis program and the Applied Educational Psychology program. The candidate for ABA will be considered to teach our Capstone class in our Behavior Analysis program. The candidate for the Applied Educational Psychology program will teach research methods classes for our Applied Educational Psychology and School Psychology masters degree programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum degree requirements: Master's degree in Educational Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, Human Development, Education, or related field.

• Ability to teach on-campus or via synchronous or synchronous online formats.

• ABA candidates must be a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with the ability and appropriate credential to supervise students accruing supervised fieldwork as set forth by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.

• This position may require the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Education, Special Education, Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis or related field.

• 1–2 years of teaching or guest lecturing experience in higher education.

Application Process

To apply, applicants must upload the following in a single PDF document:

• Cover Letter - In your cover letter, please describe your previous teaching experience, including courses you have taught, courses you are interested in teaching, previous student evaluation results (if available).
• Resume/CV
• Names and contacts of two references.

• Two recommendation letters are required to be hired, but not required to complete your application.

Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted and this position will be open until filled. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

This position will work primarily on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.