Full Time Tenure-Track Position (Open Rank) in School Psychology (Ed.S.)

Full Time Tenure-Track Position (Open Rank) in School Psychology
(Ed.S.)

Nevada State University appreciates your interest in employment. To
ensure your application process runs smoothly, we ask that you keep
in mind the following when completing your application:

• The required documents are listed below on the posting. Your

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process, please contact the Human Resources department at (702)
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Job Description

The School Psychology (Ed.S.) program invites applications for a
full-time tenure-track position at the Open Rank (Assistant
Professor/Associate Professor/Full Professor) to start Spring 2027.
This faculty member will teach graduate-level courses in School
Psychology, advise students, and actively engage in research and
professional service. The successful candidate will contribute to
the continued growth and effectiveness of the School Psychology
Program, helping to prepare and develop licensed school
psychologists equipped to meet the diverse needs of today's school
districts.

About the School of Education at Nevada State:

Nevada State, especially the School of Education, is an exciting
place to work. More than 1000 undergraduate, post-baccalaureate,
and graduate students are currently pursuing licensure programs in
elementary, special, & secondary education, and speech-language
pathology. An Ed.S. program in School Psychology launched in fall
of 2024 and welcomed its second cohort in fall 2025. Over the past
decade, the School of Education (SOE) has made bold steps to
address the need for locally preparing more teachers and speech
pathologists. The first master's degree on the campus, a MA in
Speech-Language Pathology launched four years ago. Teacher
Academies have been built in partnership with local high schools.
Aligned and enhanced articulation agreements with Nevada's two-year
colleges have been forged. Extensive systems to support the success
of SOE undergraduate and graduate students have been implemented.
In 2021, the School of Education took another bold step in the
early childhood education domain. Nevada's first baccalaureate
level dual licensure in early childhood/early childhood special
education program was launched followed by the opening of an Early
Childhood Education Center (ECEC). The program is housed in the
Christenson Education Building and is thriving and meeting the
needs and closing the gaps in the community.

About the School Psychology Program at Nevada State:

The Nevada State School Psychology (Ed.S.) program is focused on
training highly qualified practitioners to work in PK-12 schools.
Courses are offered in a variety of instructional modalities
including in-person, online synchronous and asynchronous, and
hybrid as well as offered in the late afternoon/evenings to
accommodate working professionals. The curriculum is comprehensive,
evidence-based, and aligned with national standards and state
licensure requirements. It prepares students to be competent in
assessment, intervention, consultation, legal/ethical practice, and
cultural responsiveness. Students learn the roles and
responsibilities of today's school psychologists which include, but
are not limited to, special education eligibility, supporting
teachers and administrators in developing school-wide processes for
academic, behavioral, and mental health supports; and professional
development for teachers. The program includes a comprehensive
blend of coursework, practicum experiences, and a full-year
internship. Our goal is to equip school psychology candidates with
high-quality, practical experiences that prepare them to make an
immediate and meaningful impact upon graduation. The program is
fully accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and
Universities and in alignment with the National Association of
School Psychologist as we are in the process of seeking candidacy
status.

About the institution:

Nevada State University, a four-year Minority Serving public
institution with a statewide mission, is dedicated to excellence in
teaching and learning and committed to the advancement of a diverse
and largely underserved student population. Designated a Hispanic
Serving (HSI) and Asian American Native American Pacific Islander
Institution (AANAPI), Nevada State is a university where teaching
and student support are valued above all else.

Nevada State University continues to grow as an institution of
higher education. In Fall 2025, the enrollment surpassed 8,400,
with 8,287 undergraduate students and 117 graduate students. A
majority of our students are first generation, racial/ethnic
minorities, parents, and/or returning students, of which 48% are
Hispanic, 10% are Asian/Pacific Islander, 10% are Black/African
American, and 22% are White.

We celebrate the storied backgrounds of our campus community. We
operate with a shared commitment to represent and serve the diverse
population of Nevada and to encourage the exchange of ideas that
respects and honors the lived experiences of our students, staff,
and faculty. We foster a culture of inclusive excellence so our
members can live authentically, fully engage, and flourish. In
order to strengthen the university and progress its mission, the
university dedicates itself to intentional and ongoing reflection
to meeting the evolving needs of Nevada State University, the
surrounding communities, and the State of Nevada.

We seek applicants who are passionate about working with this
promising student population and collaborating with faculty and
staff across departments to make a lasting impact in developing our
institution and our community.

We encourage you to highlight your background in fostering an
inclusive campus culture and supporting the success of students who
are historically underrepresented in higher education.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Teach 24 credits (graduate courses) per academic year. Teaching

duties will align with National Association of School Psychologists
(NASP) accreditation requirements.

• Assist with the school psychology graduate program in

curriculum development and revisions, program assessment and
nurturing clinical partnerships.

• Assist with the preparation of NASP accreditation

documentation, processes and activities.

• Assist with recruitment and retention of students.
• Advise and mentor students in academic and professional

development situations.

• Engage in service to the school, college, and profession at the

local, state and national level.

• Collaborate with others to apply for and secure external

funding for program development and growth.

• Collaborate with the Nevada State University marketing team to

promote the school psychology graduate program.

• Demonstrated dedication to working with diverse and

first-generation student populations.

• Program Director opportunity may be an option for candidates at

the Associate or Professor level.

Required Qualifications:

• Must hold qualifications that may be equivalent to the rank of

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor upon review by the Nevada State
University Promotion and Tenure Committee.

• Must hold a doctorate (Ph.D., Ed.D, Psy.D.) in School

Psychology or a closely related field. Candidates who hold a
doctorate in School Psychology will be given preference.

• Commitment or *demonstrated record of research,

scholarly, and/or creative productivity in the area of school
psychology. (*Candidates for Associate or Professor)

• Must obtain a school psychology license and/or have the

potential to earn a Nevada Department of Education school
psychologist license.

• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience working as a school

psychologist in the PK-12 setting or equivalent.

• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship

(Nevada State does not sponsor visas for international
employees).

Please note: Applicants must meet the posted minimum
qualifications at the time of application in order to be considered
for the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hold credential as a Nationally Certified School

Psychologist.

• Demonstrated record of effective teaching in higher education

using a variety of methodologies.

• Knowledge and experience supporting PK-12 schools with

Multi-Tiered Systems of Support.

• Experience working effectively in an ethnically and culturally

diverse campus community.

• Evidence of service to the profession, campus and/or

community.

• Bilingual in Spanish.
• Knowledge and expertise in areas closely aligned with school

psychology including assessment, ethics and law, special education,
consultation and individual and group counseling.

Rank, Salary & Benefits:

9-month. Tenure Track. Budgeted salary for this position is
commensurate with experience. Nevada State University offers
excellent benefits, including 19.25% retirement match, beginning
balance of 30 sick leave days, 12 paid holidays, educational
benefits, and three health insurance plans that can be supplemented
with flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts.

This Posting is Open Until Filled

The posting will remain open until filled, with the first review of
applications to begin on Monday, August 17, 2026. Qualified
individuals are encouraged to apply by August 16 for full
consideration.

Special Instructions for Internal NSHE Applicants

Nevada State University employees or employees within the Nevada
System of Higher Education (NSHE, UNLV, UNR, NSU, CSN, TMCC, WNC,
GBC, or DRI) MUST use the "Browse Jobs" process within Workday to
find and apply for jobs at Nevada State and other NSHE
Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Browse Jobs" in the
search box which will navigate to the internal job posting
site.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application
process, your application will be returned, and you will have to
reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your
application.

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Please note, once you submit your application the only
attachment(s) viewable to you will be the attachment(s) to the
resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required
attachment(s) to the cover letter, references, additional documents
sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you
submit your application. All uploaded attachment(s) will be on the
application for the committee to review. To request updates to
attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please
contact the candidate helpdesk at apply@nevadastate.edu.

Please upload the following documents:

• Detailed CV or resume listing relevant qualifications and

experience;

• Letter of interest indicating why you are a good fit for the

position and Nevada State University;

• Statement of Teaching Philosophy;
• Names and contact information of three references, at least one

of whom can speak to your teaching ability (you will be notified
before references are contacted).

The search committee may ask for more materials at later stages in
the application process.

Throughout your application materials, we encourage you to
highlight your background in fostering an inclusive campus culture
and supporting the success of students who are historically
underrepresented in higher education.

Applications that do not include the required uploaded documents
may not be considered.

Posting Close Date

12/31/2026

Note to Applicant

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and
experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and
preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search
committee will use this information during the initial review of
application materials.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the
recruitment process.

This position may require a criminal background check to be
conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the
Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate
the ability to perform job-related tasks.

Nevada State University does not currently sponsor Visas, all
applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without
sponsorship.

Nevada State University

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