Institutional Overview
William James College is in an exciting period of growth at a time when access to high-quality behavioral healthcare has never been more important. For over 50 years, our faculty and staff have prepared professionals to bring evidence-based mental health care to healthcare systems, community agencies, schools, correctional facilities, businesses, and private practice settings throughout New England and beyond.
Our mission is clear: to advance educational excellence in applied psychology and to develop skilled, compassionate professionals committed to expanding access to behavioral healthcare for individuals and communities who need it most.
As a community grounded in excellence, fairness, and respect for all individuals, William James College fosters leadership, collaboration, and service in an increasingly complex world. We seek professionals who are energized by meaningful work, committed to student success, and motivated to make a lasting impact in the field of behavioral health.
We are building the next generation of behavioral health leaders and are looking for colleagues who want to help shape that future.
Position Summary
The William James College School Psychology Department is excited to invite applications for a part-time teaching faculty member in our well-established practitioner-scholar School Psychology MA/CAGS program, now entering its twentieth year. Candidates are expected to be available to teach in-person courses during daytime hours with some evening availability. William James College is dedicated to the advancement of psychology and leadership. This presents a unique opportunity to join a dynamic and collaborative faculty team committed to excellence in teaching, clinical practice, service to the community, and applied research.
Essential Functions
As a Teaching faculty member, you will play an integral role in:
- Teaching graduate-level courses aligned with the domains of school psychology practice
- Advising students throughout their academic journey
- Providing college-based supervision to practicum students and interns at field placement sites.
We are particularly interested in candidates who have a passion for advancing behavioral health equity in underserved communities and tackling disparities in clinical care. We value a strong background in clinical practice and expertise in graduate-level teaching. Specialized teaching opportunities will be available based on your individual interests and areas of expertise.
The WJC School Psychology faculty are a collaborative, close, and supportive team that values our student’s growth, meaningful mentorship, development of community, and innovation. We take pride in our legacy—and are even more enthusiastic about our future. If you're ready to contribute to a thriving program and help guide its ongoing growth, we invite your application.
Education and Experience
The ideal candidate will hold a doctoral degree in School Psychology or a clinically related field and have teaching experience. Specialist Level applicants will be considered. Applicants should preferably be licensed or licensed-eligible in Massachusetts as a School Psychologist and maintain some involvement in clinical practice, consultation, or demonstrate a strong history of having done so. Successful applicants will also demonstrate a commitment to promoting multicultural competence in educational and work environments and must be willing to contribute to the College’s strategic plan for inclusion. Candidates are expected to be available to teach in-person courses during daytime hours, with some evening availability, and to actively participate in on-campus activities.
The department welcomes applications from individuals with nontraditional career paths, those who have taken time off for family reasons, or those who have achieved excellence in careers outside of academia.
Perform other duties as assigned that are consistent with the responsibilities and objectives of the position and the mission of the College
