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Assistant Professor - School Psychology

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Job Description

Description of Job Duty:

The Department of Counseling and Psychology at Tennessee Tech University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor of school psychology position to begin August 1, 2027. The primary responsibilities of this position include coordination of the school psychology program, teaching classes, advising school psychology students, conducting research, supervising school psychology students, and being involved in university and community service activities.

Tennessee Tech provides impact through its engaged students, dedicated faculty, and career-ready graduates known for their creativity, tenacity, and analytical approach to problem solving. As a STEM-infused, comprehensive institution, Tennessee Tech delivers enduring education, impactful research, and collaborative service that creates, advances, and applied knowledge to expand opportunity and economic competitiveness.

Cookeville, Tennessee, is a vibrant college town located in the heart of the Upper Cumberland region. Home to Tennessee Tech University, Cookeville offers the perfect balance of small-town friendliness and modern amenities. Students enjoy a welcoming community, affordable cost of living, diverse dining and shopping options, and easy access to outdoor recreation, including waterfalls, hiking trails, lakes, and state parks. Its central location places Nashville, Knoxville, and Chattanooga within a few hours' drive, providing opportunities for internships, entertainment, and travel while maintaining a safe and supportive environment for college life.

Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

Primary responsibilities include teaching, research, and service. Teaching graduate courses such as Psychological Testing, Assessment and Intervention, Behavioral Consultation, and other related courses is expected. Teaching may also include a combination of programmatic efforts to obtain NASP accreditation, supervising practicum and internship placements, mentoring and advising graduate students in the school psychology program, and serving on graduate research committees as needed. Candidates are expected to demonstrate and maintain the highest quality of instruction and professional integrity. Expertise in cognitive, academic, and personality assessment is essential. Coordination of the school psychology training program, including continued development and improvement of the program while maintaining standards related to accreditation is required. All faculty members are expected to be involved in research activities that collaborate with students and expected to pursue external funding.

Physical Demands:

Those typical of a classroom and office environment.

Special Instructions:

Applicants will be required to electronically upload a letter of interest that addresses the required qualifications and duties, curriculum vitae (with pertinent experience), copies of graduate transcripts (official transcripts for all degrees conferred required upon hire), and email addresses for four references that will be contacted to provide a reference letter at the time of application. Submission of materials is the applicant's responsibilities. Application without all required materials are considered incomplete and will not be considered.

Salary:

Commensurate with education and experience.

Benefits Information:

Benefits include the accumulation of one (1) sick leave day per month and thirteen (13) University holidays. Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401k, and educational benefits. Deferred income and benefits over 12 months.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  1. Earned doctorate in school psychology or closely related field is required; however, applicants nearing completion of the doctorate may be considered. For appointment, the doctorate must be completed by August 1, 2027.
  2. Licensure (or licensure eligible) as a school psychologist in the state of Tennessee.
  3. Documented experience working in the field of school psychology, including practicum and/or internship experience.
  4. Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and mentorship.
  5. Commitment to working effectively with students, faculty, and staff.

Preferred Qualifications:

  1. Earned doctorate in school psychology or closely related field from a NASP, CAEP, or APA accredited program.
  2. Evidence of qualified experience in academic and/or behavioral assessment and interventions, ethics and law, special education, and/or multi-tiered systems of support.
  3. Evidence of successful university teaching experience in one or more of the following content areas: cognitive, behavioral, and/or academic assessment; applied behavior analysis; school consultation; and/or research and program evaluation.
  4. Documented record of research, scholarly, and/or service activity as they relate to school psychology, including evidence of peer-reviewed publications.
  5. Documented experience with integrating technology in teaching and learning, including but not limited to teaching hybrid or online courses and incorporating interactive class activities using technology.
  6. Documented experience with field or university supervision in school psychology or related disciplines.
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