The Department of Educational and School Psychology at the University of Southern Maine (USM) is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor to join our collaborative graduate faculty in Fall 2023.
The Department
USM’s Educational and School Psychology programs prepare students for careers as school psychologists and/or behavior analysts and emphasize the application of evidence-based practices within a collaborative, problem-solving framework to promote academic, social-emotional, and behavioral success for diverse PK-12 learners. USM is the only institution in Maine preparing school psychologists and behavior analysts; therefore, faculty within the department engage actively with local schools, agencies, and professional organizations to advance practice within these fields. The successful candidate will join a supportive faculty dedicated to promoting equitable outcomes for PK-12 learners by providing high quality graduate training and engaging meaningfully with the community.
USM’s Department of Educational and School Psychology presently offers the following graduate certificates and degrees:
- Certificate of Graduate Study in Applied Behavior Analysis,
- Master of Science in Educational Psychology (Applied Behavior Analysis Concentration),
- Master of Science in Educational Psychology (School Psychology Concentration), and
- Doctor of Psychology in School Psychology.
The applied behavior analysis programs integrate an Association for Behavior Analysis International Verified Course Sequence. The school psychology programs are approved by the Maine Department of Education and align with the graduate training standards endorsed by the National Association of School Psychologists.
The Position
The position of Assistant Professor offers a unique opportunity to shape the future direction of the department’s growing programs and advance the science and practice of school psychology and behavior analysis within the state of Maine.
Key responsibilities of the position include:
- Teaching three graduate-level courses per semester during the fall and spring, with options to teach during the summer session for additional compensation;
- Advising and mentoring graduate students;
- Maintaining an active scholarly agenda;
- Coordinating the ABAI Verified Course Sequence; and
- Engaging in other University and professional service.
The targeted start date for the position is Fall 2023, and the position will require an on-campus presence in addition to the delivery of online coursework.
USM is committed to building a culturally diverse team of leaders, faculty, and staff who reflect the diversity of the learners we serve. We welcome applicants with multicultural competence. Women, members of minoritized and marginalized populations, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Learn more—and find application instructions—at the full announcement, here.