Adjunct Faculty, PPS School Psychology Program (Remote Position) Candidate Pool

Alliant University•San Diego, CA

20h•Remote

About The Position

Alliant International University is a professional practice University committed to excellence in four areas: Education for Professional Practice, Scholarship, Multicultural and International Competence and Community Engagement. The University provides students with the highest quality of education through excellence and innovation in academic scholarship, applied training and research, and community service, particularly to underserved populations. Through its Mission, the University's goal is to equip students with the competencies they need to provide public benefit and make an impact in their communities by addressing major contemporary social issues. Core competencies of the University's training programs include cultural diversity, which is infused in courses and field placements and is manifest in the diversity of its students, faculty. Our Mission: Alliant International University prepares students for professional careers of service and leadership, and promotes the discovery and application of knowledge to improve the lives of people in diverse cultures and communities around the world. Our Vision: An inclusive world empowered by Alliant alumni. Position Summary : Adjunct Faculty for the Pupil Personnel Services School Psychology Program, under the direction of the Program Director of PPS School Psychology, provides instruction, guidance, and support to CSOE candidates (students) online via Canvas. This program prepares students to gain the Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) credential that allows them to practice in California’s schools. The program will be of interest to recent college graduates with bachelor’s degrees, current educators, school personnel and professionals from other related fields.

Requirements

Master’s, Doctoral or other terminal degree from an accredited college or university, depending upon the needs of the course being taught.
Appropriate experience in the areas(s) of specialization and expertise.
At least three (3) years of experience as a School Psychologist.
Proficient computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
The ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to problem solve.
The ability to explain complex requirements in clear and concise terms.
The ability to be flexible with workflow to meet the needs of the department and candidates and to manage multiple tasks per required deadlines.
The drive to encourage, direct, hold accountable and guide candidates toward task completion.
Must demonstrate the ability to work as an effective team member and develop trusting relationships with candidates and Alliant employees, as well as the Registrar’s Office and various academic departments.
Culturally competent and ability to communicate and interact effectively with diverse people.
Highly motivated, focused and results oriented.
Ability to exercise discretion and tact in all interpersonal interactions, and to maintain confidentiality.
Collaboration and partnering with other university stakeholders to support candidate success.
Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check (including criminal, prior employment and education verification).

Nice To Haves

Educational Psychologist through the BBS (LEP), is preferred.

Responsibilities

Facilitating Classroom and Distance/Distributed Learning Course and syllabus implementation/facilitation
Assessment and evaluation of candidates
Video-guided instruction
Mentoring and advising of candidates
Holding virtual office hours and conferencing with candidates
Research/scholarship mentoring and supervision, particularly of MA theses, PsyD projects, EdD dissertations