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University of Colorado Denver

School of Education & Human Development

Title : Lecturer, School Psychology Program

FTE : Part-time

Salary Range : $5,000 per fully-enrolled course

Position # 00603047 - Requisition #34947

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About the University of Colorado - Denver

The University of Colorado Denver is the state's premier public urban research university and equity-serving institution. Globally connected and locally invested, CU Denver partners with future-focused learners and communities to design accessible, relevant, transformative educational experiences for every stage of life and career. Across seven schools and colleges in the heart of downtown Denver, our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to solve complex challenges through break through innovations and impactful research, and creative work. As part of the state's largest university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with 2,000 employees and an annual economic impact of $800 million. For more information, visit ucdenver.edu .

About the School of Education & Human Development

The School of Education & Human Development at the University of Colorado Denver is a statewide and national leader for educational quality, access and equity across the education lifespan, from birth through higher education. Members of the school community have been informing policy and practice while addressing the most important challenges faced by individuals, schools, and communities for more than 50 years. We prepare equity-minded and inclusive educational, community, family, and mental health practitioners, scholars, and leaders dedicated to eradicating inequalities and discrimination. We champion change that leads to well-being, opportunity, and life-long learning in the diverse urban, rural, and global communities that we serve. Our Inclusive Excellence Plan reflects our efforts to ensure that those we serve - diverse in race, ethnicity, economic resources, nationality, language, fluency, ability, geography, first-generation status, age, gender, sexual identity, veteran status, and cultural and faith practice - have access to an excellent education through inclusive practice and scholarship in a climate that is responsive to their needs.

The school's degree programs engage students in a strategic and interrelated combination of course work and internships in schools, agencies, and community-based organizations. The school offers three doctoral level programs, an educational specialist degree, 13 master's degrees in multiple program areas, and two undergraduate degrees, along with many licenses, endorsements and certificates. The undergraduate and graduate programs prepare and inspire education and mental health leaders to have a profound impact in fostering student opportunity and statewide achievement and success across rural, urban, and diverse communities. Programs are designed to be highly impactful for working professionals and distance learners with evening, online and hybrid class options.

Community-engaged and global partnerships are the heartbeat of SEHD. Innovative initiatives co-constructed with school districts, community colleges, and service organizations draw upon personnel strengths in education, human well-being, and equity-centered and community-focused research. These partnerships foster and celebrate diverse community voices, relevant student learning opportunities that build careers, positive outcomes for partner institutions, and outstanding research publications cited around the world.

In 2024, SEHD was recognized as the number one graduate online education program in Colorado and among the top graduate education programs in the nation according to U.S. News and World Report .

The School of Education & Human Development's strategic plan outlines its commitment to academic excellence, inclusive practices, and community engagement. It emphasizes fostering innovation in teaching, research, and service to meet the evolving needs of students and society. The plan seeks to advance equity, diversity, and inclusion across all aspects of the university's operations to create a more vibrant and equitable learning environment. To read the full statement, click here : https : / / education.ucdenver.edu / about-us / strategic-plan

Job Description

• Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu / cu-careers

This posting establishes and maintains a pool of part-time lecturers with experience teaching graduate courses in the School Psychology Program in the School of Education and Human Development at the University of Colorado Denver. By submitting your application, you will become part of an applicant pool. Candidates hired from this pool will fill temporary, non-tenure track positions. The teaching load for this lecturer position is a maximum of 2 courses per semester. Appointments will be part-time (less than 50%) and will be made semester-by-semester, depending on the needs of the department and subject to budgetary approval. Therefore, this posting does not necessarily reflect a current open position. The School Psychology program will contact you if an opening matches your qualifications.

What you will do :

Lead class lectures, discussions, and develop and grade assignments

Maintain gradebook and assignments via Canvas

Maintain availability for students via email

We are currently recruiting for the following course : SPSY 6510 - Typical and Atypical Development and Mental Health and Wellbeing

This is a face to face course on the CU Denver campus, in Spring 2025 or possibly in future semesters . This course is designed to introduce doctoral school psychology students to theories, research, and key social-cultural concepts in typical and atypical child and adolescent development (including Autism, ADHD, etc.) pertinent to the field of school psychology. The course includes an emphasis on exploring adversity and atypical developmental trajectories in a variety of cultural contexts and how these impact mental health and wellbeing, as well as functioning in educational settings.

This position involves working closely with students where the person may become aware of campus safety issues that may need to be reported as part of CU's commitment to compliance with the Clery Act. The person in this role will receive the related training and be required to submit data once per year to the campus Clery Act team. For more information about our commitment to campus safety as it relates to this law, please visit https : / / www.ucdenver.edu / emergencymanagement / clery-act

Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)

Earned doctoral degree in school psychology or related field

Evidence of understanding of child development, as well as psychopathology

Minimum required experience : experience delivering psychological services to children in schools and / or clinical settings

If a degree is in an unrelated field, the candidate must demonstrate at least 18 graduate level credit hours in related discipline and / or 5 years' experience in the field related to the course documented on the CV. Candidates need to supply some evidence (e.g., subject matter expertise or leadership expertise) of experience.

Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)

Licensed as a psychologist

Experience teaching graduate courses

Experience in working with children and families from minoritized populations

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Experience with psychological assessment and the DSM

Knowledge of lifespan development

Employment Sponsorship

Please be advised that this position is not eligible now or in the future for visa sponsorship.

As of 7 / 1 / 2023, The University of Colorado recommends employees be fully vaccinated from the COVID-19, but is not required. COVID recommendations and information can be found at : https : / / www.ucdenver.edu / coronavirus

Compensation and Benefits

The salary for this position has been established at $5,000, for a fully-enrolled 3-credit course. This will be a semester-by-semester appointment, with the possibility of renewal. If your appointment in this position continues, you will be notified in writing each term.

The above salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

This part-time appointment is not eligible for group health, life insurance, and retirement benefits. As of January 1, 2021, Lecturer positions will accrue sick leave at a rate of 0.034 hours per hour worked with a maximum accrual of 48 hours per fiscal year (July 1 - June 30).

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to complete applications received by November 30, 2024. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Required Application Materials :

To apply, please visit : http : / / www.cu.edu / cu-careers and attach :

A cover letter which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications

A current CV / resume

List of three references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references)

Background Check Policy

The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational, clinical, research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must, therefore, consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment / employment.

Diversity and Equity

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected] .

The University of Colorado Denver is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting diverse faculty and staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from Black, Indigenous, and people of color, women, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equity in education and employment.

Questions about the position should be directed to Dr. Franci Crepeau-Hobson at [email protected]

Questions about the application process should be directed to SEHD HR, [email protected]

Application Materials Required : Cover Letter, Resume / CV, List of References

Job Category

Faculty

Primary Location

Denver

Department : U0001 Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 30062 - SEHD DEAN

Schedule

Part-time

Posting Date

Sep 18, 2024

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Posting Contact Name : SEHD HR

Posting Contact Email : [email protected]

Position Number : 00603047