Assistant Professor, School Psychology

The School of Education (SOE), Gonzaga University in Spokane, WA invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor of School Psychology. Responsibilities include teaching graduate courses in the School Psychology Department, advising, participation in University, Departmental, and SOE committees, and establishing a scholarly agenda. Interested candidates would be joining a supportive faculty focused on student development and learning. We seek a candidate who will complement and possibly expand our strengths in areas that support the institutional mission of educating students for lives of leadership and service for the common good. We encourage applications from women, members of minority groups, protected persons, and others committed to expanding the diversity of the profession.

Job duties

• Teach 18 credits during the academic year
• Collaborate with department and School of Education colleagues
• Advise candidates, which includes guiding them through their capstone projects
• Serve on various Department, School of Education, and Gonzaga University committees
• Produce scholarly contributions to the field

 Required Qualifications:

• A Ph.D., Ed.D, and/or Psy.D in School Psychology or related area.
• Candidates who are ABD will be considered as long as their degree is in hand by August 1, 2021.
• Graduation from a NASP-approved program.
• Established record of working with children, adolescents, and families.
• Demonstrated interest in serving as a mentor to students seeking advanced degrees in school psychology.
• Evidence of effective, collaborative engagement.
• An emerging record of scholarly accomplishments and service.
• Demonstrated ability and interest in leading peers on a project on a long-term basis as part of a shared leadership for a program and school
• Established record in working with underrepresented communities, practiced familiarity with underrepresented and first-generation communities of color

Preferred Qualifications:

• Licensed or license eligible as a psychologist in WA State.
• Graduation from an APA-accredited program.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with community stakeholders.
• Holds or eligible to hold NCSP credential.
• Record of working within a K-12 educational system.
• Evidence of teaching excellence.

To apply, please visit our website at www.gonzaga.edu/jobs. Applicants must complete an online application. 

Questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Joseph R. Engler, Director, School Psychology Program, engler@gonzaga.edu. Please contact Human Resources at (509) 313-5996 with any technical or application questions.  The position closes November 13, 2020, at midnight, PST. 

Materials required for application:

• Cover letter should address the following:
  • Relevance of your academic training to the position.
  • Fit with Gonzaga’s Jesuit, Catholic, and humanistic tradition.
  • Description of your scholarship and research agenda.
  • Personal philosophy of, and commitment to, teaching and advising.
  • Personal commitment to leadership and service within the profession.
  • Evidence of commitment to social justice and equal access within an educational context.
  • Additional qualifications you would bring to the position.
• Curriculum vitae
• A copy of all university transcripts
• Contact information for three professional references

Gonzaga University belongs to a long and distinguished tradition of humanistic Catholic and Jesuit education. The School of Education upholds the University tradition and exemplifies it through its dedication to preparing socially responsible professionals who serve with competence, commitment, and care. The department builds upon the University’s values as it serves students who wish to address the educational challenges and opportunities inherent in a changing world.

Gonzaga University is a Jesuit, Catholic, humanistic institution, and is therefore interested in candidates who will contribute to its distinctive mission. Gonzaga University is a committed EEO/AA employer and diversity candidates are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their disability status and/or protected veteran status.