Educational Psychology - Assistant Professor

Danbury, CT

Full Time

School of Professional Studies

Experienced

Western Connecticut State University
School of Professional Studies
Department of Educational Psychology
Assistant Professor - Tenure Track
Tenure Track – Academic Year 2026 - 2027

Western Connecticut State University’s School of Professional Studies is pleased to announce that applications are being accepted for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Department of Educational Psychology.

WCSU is committed to enhancing our diverse university community by actively encouraging people with disabilities, members of LGBTQIA and BIPOC communities, veterans, and women to apply. We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion. WCSU is honored to be awarded the federal designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). This accomplishment marks a pivotal moment in our progress toward fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within our campus community.

The School of Professional Studies is comprised of six departments: Education, Education Psychology, Health Promotion & Exercise Science, Justice & Law Administration, Nursing and Social Work. Undergraduate degrees are offered in each of these professional fields, as well as Master's degrees in Homeland Security, Nursing and Education & Education Psychology and Doctoral degrees in Education and Nursing. The Department of Education Psychology is one of the signature departments at WCSU and offers the following degrees in professional fields: a BS in Elementary Education Interdisciplinary Major, BS in Secondary Education, MS in Education Option in Curriculum, MS in School Counseling, MS in Clinical Mental Health, MS in Applied Behavior Analysis, and an Ed.D. in Instructional Leadership. Programs are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), the Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and Related Programs (CACREP) and NEASC. For more information, visit https://www.wcsu.edu/education/.  Information on the University can be found at www.wcsu.edu.

Position Summary:  This position requires the candidate to be on campus. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching both clinical mental health and school counseling courses in the counselor education program. The successful candidate is also responsible for engagement in appropriate service; engagement in scholarly activity including research and grant writing; collaboration with colleagues to conduct program evaluation, CACREP accreditation activities, and field placement of students. Serve on department, university and program committees.  The counselor education program is digital; however, the candidate must complete office hours on campus and participate in skills clinics on campus three Saturdays per semester. There is opportunity for summer and intersession teaching

WCSU’s small classes allow for student-based teaching and learning and project-based activities. Standard teaching load is 24-credits per academic year (12 credits) per semester.

Qualifications:  Doctorate in counselor education and supervision or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications: Doctorate from a CACREP accredited doctoral program; experience teaching in a graduate counselor education program; experience as a clinical or school counselor; a record of scholarly publications; and experience with online teaching using universal design for instruction. Candidates must hold the appropriate license/certification or must be eligible for licensure/certification in Connecticut. Preference may be shown to candidates with 2-3 years of practical experience in the field, and experience with program leadership or coordination.

Salary & Benefits: The hiring salary range is $80,713– $86,231 and is commensurate upon candidates' experience. Western offers a comprehensive benefits package. Additional information on benefits can be found at www.wcsu.edu/hr/benefits/. There are grant opportunities to support research and conference attendance.

Application Process: Interested applicants must submit a letter of application, which outlines interest in, and qualifications for, the position; areas of teaching expertise and experience, areas of service and/or leadership, research interests, and a statement of teaching philosophy; a current curriculum vita; and the names and contact information for three (3) professional references who can comment on the applicant's teaching, scholarship, and professionalism.

To apply, submit your materials to: https://westernconnecticutstateuniversity.applytojob.com/apply/ognOdQLXZR/Educational-Psychology-Assistant-Professor

All materials should be submitted as PDF files. Applications must be received by Wednesday September 30, 2026. Late applications will not be accepted.

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