Job Title

Clinical Assistant / Associate / Full Professor of Psychology

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Psychological Sciences

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

The Department of Psychological Sciences at Tarleton State University invites applications for a clinical faculty position in the area of School Psychology at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor rank. This position reports to the Department Head in the Department of Psychological Sciences. This is a 9-month non-tenure-track position with primary teaching responsibilities on Tarleton’s main campus in Stephenville, Texas. Summer appointment is dependent upon need and funding availability. Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work and teaching requirements indicate. May be required to teach at other campuses or online at the institution’s discretion. Must have the ability to work remotely at the request of the university in times of inclement weather or other special circumstances. This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship. 

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellence and innovation in teaching, mentor both undergraduate and graduate students, and participate in the necessary operation of the institution. The position carries a 4/4 teaching load and involves instructing undergraduate and graduate courses in clinical psychology, including psychological tests and measurements, abnormal psychology, and child psychopathology. The role will support the new Specialist in School Psychology degree program*, and the candidate will also teach doctoral-level courses, including those in psychometrics and human development, to support the new Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology.  

*The Specialist in School Psychology degree program has been approved by THECB and is pending approval by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, set to launch in Spring 2025.

This announcement will fill two open vacancies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 
80% Teaching and Service:  

Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, seminars, and/or laboratory offerings to undergraduate and/or graduate students, which may include general education core curriculum. 

Develop course syllabi, select instructional materials, and design assessments such as exams, quizzes, papers, etc. 

Assess student performance, provide timely feedback, and evaluate student learning outcomes to inform teaching practices and curriculum improvements. 

Engage students in active learning, foster critical thinking skills, and provide opportunities for discussion, collaboration, and hands-on learning. 

Provide academic support and guidance to students through office hours, feedback on assignments, and mentoring. 

Adhere to university policies, academic integrity standards, and accreditation requirements related to teaching responsibilities. 

Incorporate innovative teaching methods, technologies including online and video conferencing, and pedagogical approaches to enhance student learning and engagement.  

Engage in ongoing professional development activities to stay current in the field, improve teaching skills, and explore new instructional strategies.  

Collaborate with colleagues, departmental faculty, and university staff to coordinate course offerings, share resources, and contribute to program development and improvement. 

Participate in institutional service roles including but not limited to, college committees, advisory committees, student/faculty recruitment, and mentoring of new and part-time faculty. 

20% Clinical:  

Provide supervision for practicum and clinical internship experiences, including developing and maintaining community partnerships for students’ clinical training, and collaborating with partner schools and agencies.

Provide clinical support to the Tarleton Center for Child Wellbeing, including psychoeducational evaluations, functional behavior assessments, behavior intervention plans, and behavior consultations to contracted local school districts.

Minimum Requirements: 

Earned doctorate degree in School Psychology (ABD will be considered if terminal degree will be conferred before appointment date begins) or other closely related field from an accredited institution.

Must hold (or be eligible for) the Specialist in School Psychology License (LSSP) from the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists.

Must have prior experience working in PreK-12 educational settings with children and their families in assessment, consultation, and intervention. 

Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. 

Preferred Requirements: 

Graduate of a NASP (National Association of School Psychologists) accredited program.

Experience as a practicing school psychologist.

Successful teaching experience in school psychology or related field.

Experience with supervision of school psychology students at the graduate level.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 
Knowledge and understanding of disciplinary subject matter at a level adequate for graduate-level instruction; written and oral communication skills sufficient to conduct effective teaching and research activities; ability to interact with students, staff, and faculty in a professional, collegial, and collaborative manner. 

***Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience***  

 

Application Procedure: 

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents, and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via the "Submit" action. 

Employment applications must include (required): 

Completed online application 

Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications  

Curriculum Vitae or Resume 

At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information

Unofficial transcripts

Applicants with degrees earned outside the United States must submit transcripts translated into English, along with an official credential evaluation from a recognized service.

Philosophy Statement

    

Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. 

 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Anticipated start date Fall 2025. 

 

Official transcripts must be received directly from each degree‐granting institution prior to a letter of appointment being issued. 

 

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.