Spring Term 2027 Adjunct Faculty SPSY 752- 01 Behavioral Strategies and Interventions

Saint Mary's College Of California; Moraga (CA); Sur place; USD 6 500 - 10 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Saint Mary's College of California invites applications for an adjunct faculty position in the Kalmanovitz School of Education, Department of Counseling. The course SPSY 752-01 Behavioral Strategies and Interventions runs Feb 8–May 29, 2027, focusing on creating safe, supportive learning environments for students with mild/moderate disabilities.

Qualified candidates hold an M.S./M.A./Ph.D. in School Psychology with CA credentialing and at least 3 years as a practicing school psychologist; a

Qualifications

• Candidates must have M.S., M.A., or Ph.D. in School Psychology and be credentialed in California.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a practicing school psychologist.
• Experience teaching graduate courses is preferred, especially PPS specializations.

Responsabilités

• Teach SPSY 752-01 Behavioral Strategies and Interventions (3 units).
• Deliver content to educate students on establishing safe and productive classrooms.
• Develop and assess a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) for case studies.

Formation

M.S./M.A./Ph.D. in School Psychology

CA credentialed School Psychologist

Description du poste

Saint Mary's College of California: ADJUNCT FACULTY SAINT MARY'S COLLEGE OF CALIFORNIA: Kalmanovitz School of Education (KSOE): Department of Counseling

Location

Open Date

Sep 21, 2026

Description

Per course adjunct faculty for the Counseling program's course, SPSY 752 -01.

Founded in 1863, Saint Mary's is a residential campus nestled 20 miles east of San Francisco in the picturesque Moraga Valley. Based in the Catholic, Lasallian and Liberal Arts traditions, Saint Mary's currently enrolls more than 4,000 students from diverse backgrounds in undergraduate and graduate programs. The De La Salle Christian Brothers, the largest teaching order of the Roman Catholic Church, guide the spiritual and academic character of the College.

As a comprehensive and independent institution, Saint Mary's offers undergraduate and graduate programs integrating liberal and professional education. Saint Mary's reputation for excellence, innovation, and responsiveness in education stems from its vibrant heritage as a Catholic, Lasallian and Liberal Arts institution. An outstanding, committed faculty and staff that value shared inquiry, integrative learning, and student interaction bring these traditions to life in the 21st century. The College is committed to the educational benefits of diversity.

Qualifications

SPSY 752-01 Behavioral Strategies and Internventions (3 units)

Feburary 8-May 29, 2027

SPSY 752 is an introductory course designed to teach students the competencies needed in order to establish and maintain a safe and productive learning environment for students with mild/moderate disabilities. Students will learn how to identify and understand how behavior is related to the context in which it occurs and how behavior serves a purpose or function for the student. Students will conduct a Behavior Intervention Case Study with data, analysis, and summary which includes utilizing appropriate surveys and data collection tools. A Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) that is student-specific will be developed based on positive behavior supports, prevention strategies, and special education law.

Required Qualifications: Candidates must have M.S., M.A., or Ph.D. in School Psychology and be a credentialed school psychologist in the state of California with a minimum of 3 years experience as a practicing school psychologist. Faculty who teach any PPS specialization course will need to have work in prek-12 school settings in the last three years.

Preferred Qualifications: A Ph.D. in School Psychology is highly desirable. A successful record of teaching experience at the graduate level. Current license in Marriage & Family Therapy, Professional Clinical Counseling, Educational Psychology, or Psychology and/or National Certification in School Psychology from the National Association of School Psychologists. A demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence, multicultural/international competence, social justice, clinical expertise, and familiarity with counseling & psychological theory and practice.

Must be a California resident.

Salary: $6,480 - $10,308 dependent on qualifications. The salary range for this position is covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the College and SEIU, Local 1021, available here.

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