Graduate Education Psychology Adjunct — Online & Evening

Hiring Department

Educational Psychology and School Psychology, UMSL

The Educational Psychology and School Psychology Programs in the Department of Education Sciences and Professional Programs at the University of Missouri – St. Louis (UMSL) are continuously seeking qualified adjunct faculty to teach graduate courses. The Educational Psychology Program at UMSL offers master’s and PhD degrees, most of which are offered online. The School Psychology Program at UMSL offers a National Association of School Psychologists-approved Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) degree.

Positions vary by semester and may include courses such as:

• Child and Adolescent Development
• Life-Span:
  Individual and Family Development
• Advanced Studies in Child and Adolescent Development
• Psycho-educational Differences, Consultation in Schools and Related Settings
• Introduction to Educational Statistics
• Advanced Quantitative Methods
• and more

Adjunct instructors are needed to teach both asynchronously online and evening courses (typically 5:30-8:10 pm) on UMSL’s campus. Applicants should indicate their availability for in person or online teaching in their materials.

Adjuncts are appointed for summer (mid‑May to early August), fall (mid‑August to mid‑December), and spring (mid‑January to mid‑May) semesters. Appointments are term, non‑benefit, non‑tenure‑accruing positions, with possibility for renewal. Candidate materials will be kept on file as program teaching needs change each term.

• Teach courses that adhere to accreditation standards, as appropriate.
• Collaborate with department faculty and department chair.

• Resume/CV
• Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
• Teaching Statement reflecting teaching philosophy, descriptions of specific course assignments or lessons that fit with this philosophy, and evidence of teaching effectiveness.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Dr. Phillip Waalkes at waalkesp@umsl.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for employment visas.

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non‑benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please email the Office of Human Resources at umslhr.