Assistant/Associate Professor of School Psychology at University of Wisconsin - Stout in Menomonie, Wisconsin

Job Description:

JOB DETAILS:

The University of Wisconsin-Stout is seeking a faculty member to join our School Psychology program. This will be full-time, nine-month, tenure-track appointment, with opportunities for summer teaching. The appointment will be at the assistant or associate professor level to be determined at time of hire, commensurate with the successful candidate's academic preparation and experience. The anticipated start date for this position is August 18, 2025.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum/Required

• Earned doctorate in School Psychology; consideration will be given to candidates who are ABD at the time of employment start date, with terminal degree to be completed within one year of the contract start date
• Eligible for Wisconsin School Psychology Certification
• Interest in advancing student learning in area of School Psychology
• Demonstrated success working with diverse stakeholders

Highly Desired/Preferred

• Expertise in one or more of the following areas: evidence-based practices for academic and/or social emotional intervention (in an MTSS framework); service to diverse and/or under-represented student populations
• Evidence of instructional experience in higher education
• Evidence of related post-internship work in PK-12 settings

RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful applicant will join a group of committed and vibrant faculty who deliver cutting-edge learning opportunities to a diverse student body. They will teach core courses in our M.S.Ed./Ed.S. school psychology program, through a rigorous academic curriculum that includes experiential and self-reflective learning. The candidate is expected to focus on teaching and supervision, while also developing an active research agenda that engages graduate students. As a faculty member they will provide student academic advisement and conduct assessment of student learning. This includes contributing to academic program assessment and continuous improvement processes, in collaboration with faculty and staff and in alignment with UW-Stout's polytechnic tenets of applied learning and research, business and industry partnerships, career focused education. The candidate will also participate in service activities and embrace the principles of diversity and inclusion as a member of the university community.

DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

UW-Stout's Department of Counseling, Rehabilitation and Human Services offers undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare students for professional careers and leadership with an emphasis on the inter-relationships of self, family, school, community, and society. Faculty are committed to creating an inclusive campus community. Candidates who have experience working collaboratively with diverse individuals and/or groups and who can contribute to fostering an inclusive environment are encouraged to identify their experience in these areas.

Educational resources within the department include assessment, counseling, and play therapy labs. Candidates will demonstrate a commitment to the field of school psychology through teaching graduate courses in an experience-centered environment, supervising students, as well as scholarly activity, curriculum development, and service to the university and community. Professional affiliations (e.g., NASP, WSPA) are encouraged and anticipated. Courses taught may include, but are not limited to: Psychology of Development, Developmental Methods and Interventions, Behavior Interventions, School Psychology Practicum and Internship supervision. Candidates should demonstrate and promote a commitment to social justice and respect for diverse cultures, backgrounds, and identities.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Complete applications received by end of day, January 15, 2025 are ensured full consideration. Applications submitted after January 15, 2025 may be reviewed at the discretion of the search committee or until position is filled.

To apply, click on the APPLY button or go to: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/careers-jobs

Required application materials :

1. Cover letter (* See below)
2. Curriculum vitae or resume
3. Names and contact information for a minimum of three (3) professional references who can speak to your skills and abilities for the position
4. Unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcript
5. Statement of teaching philosophy (1-2 pages) and if applicable, evidence of teaching effectiveness (course evaluations, etc.)

*Please use your cover letter to speak to each of the Minimum/Required Qualifications for this position as listed above. For each required qualification, describe your relevant experience, using specific examples from your work history to illustrate how your experience satisfies the requirement.

Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application.

Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application you will not be able to go into the system and change them.

Before starting the online application process, we recommend you preview the frequently asked questions (FAQs) available at: https://kb.uwss.wisconsin.edu/21900

It is the policy of UW-Stout to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance, or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact us using the information below. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual's disability.

For questions regarding this position or recruitment, please contact:
Search Chair: Angela Axelrod
Phone: 715-232-1416
Email: axelroda@uwstout.edu

If you need assistance with the online application process or if you submitted your application prior to uploading all the required application materials, please contact:
Search Coordinator: Renee Eide
Email: eider@uwstout.edu

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. The Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits package including participation in the Wisconsin State retirement plan, demonstrating our commitment to the diverse needs of our employees. UW-Stout is certified as a Family Friendly Workplace recognized for market-leading employee benefits and committed to supporting children and families.

• Benefit Details: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf
• To calculate the estimated value of your total compensation, use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator | Employee Benefits (wisconsin.edu)

UW-Stout is committed to nondiscrimination in its employment practices and to equal employment opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate against, harass or retaliate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (as defined in state and federal law), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, pregnancy, marital or parental status, genetic information, arrest record, conviction record, military service, veteran status, use or nonuse of lawful products off the employer's premises during non-working hours, political affiliation, declining to attend a meeting or participate in any communication about religious matters or political matters, honesty testing, or any other category protected by law.

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, UW-Stout welcomes applications from individuals from diverse groups; veterans, individuals with disabilities and from historically excluded populations. At UW-Stout we value our differences and welcome diverse perspectives as we continually commit to developing an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees and students.

Employment is contingent upon the final candidate's completing a criminal background check and being cleared to work by the Human Resources Office. Employment is also contingent upon the final candidate passing reference checks and an essential job function test, as applicable. The reference check process includes asking the final candidate and most recent supervisor(s) questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. Final candidates with previous employment within the Universities of Wisconsin and State of WI agencies will be subject to additional reference checks.

Official transcripts required at time of hire.

In response to a public records request, the Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in their online application, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7)

UW-Stout is committed to providing safety and security of all members of our community in accordance with the Clery Act. For campus safety information and crime statistics visit: https://www.uwstout.edu/life-stout/police-and-parking/clery-information

INSTITUTIONAL OVERVIEW

University of Wisconsin-Stout, Wisconsin's Polytechnic University, offers an unmatched career-focused education that combines applied learning, theory and research with real-world experience that prepares tomorrow's leaders to drive the future of business and industry. At UW-Stout, our students do more than earn a degree--they do on day one. And we are #StoutProud to produce lifelong learners, ethical leaders and responsible citizens who succeed in a global society.

UW-Stout is recognized nationwide for its operational excellence. We were the first and remain the only full four-year public higher education institution in the nation to receive the Malcolm Baldrige Award, and we are dedicated to a process-improvement model that leverages the power of data and the value of our people. We believe in critical thinking and fact-informed decision making. We pursue sustainability in form and function and collaborate across campus and with our partners to solve problems in industry and society. And providing an equitable, diverse and inclusive environment for our faculty, staff and students to live, learn and work is a top priority.

We offer 50+ undergraduate degrees, 20+ graduate degrees and 30+ professional certificates in Art, Design & Graphics; Business & Management; Education; Human & Social Sciences; Information Technology & Communications; and Science, Engineering & Math. Our first-class digital infrastructure and learning environments provide our nearly 7,000 students with every avenue to explore and personalize their success. As the only laptop+ campus among the 13 Universities of Wisconsin, UW-Stout provides laptops and industry-standard software, open education resources and other technology-driven advantages--all included in on-campus undergraduate tuition and fees. And we invest in people who share our vision to advance our position as Wisconsin's only Polytechnic University and as a regional, national and international leader in higher education.

Be a part of the future at UW-Stout. Learn more at https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us

University of Wisconsin-Stout is located in Menomonie, Wisconsin, a community an hour east of Minneapolis-St. Paul. A pillar of Wisconsin's Chippewa Valley and recognized as one of the best small towns in America, Menomonie provides an idyllic combination of natural beauty, outdoor recreation, boutiques and arts and culture with access to a metropolitan area. For more information about the UW-Stout community and region visit: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/our-community

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