Description
The School of Social and Behavioral Sciences at Mercy University is seeking candidates for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor in School Psychology. The Master of Science Program in School Psychology is a NASP approved, nationally accredited school psychology program located on the Dobbs Ferry campus in Westchester County, just north of New York City. Applicants with a doctoral degree in School Psychology are preferred, with active engagement in the profession of School Psychology and a record of excellent teaching experience. The ideal candidate will also have two or more years of field experience as a School Psychologist. Credentialing (either certification or licensure) as a School Psychologist is required. Primary responsibilities include teaching graduate courses in School Psychology, advising and mentoring students, assisting with preparation of accreditation renewal materials, and serving on school and college committees. Staying current on NASP standards, maintaining currency in the field, and developing the skills required to utilize our Learning Management System, Blackboard, is expected. Mercy values the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, and orientations. The ideal candidate will share Mercy’s commitment to helping our diverse students succeed in their academic and career objectives.
To learn more about the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, please visit: https://www.mercy.edu/academics/school-social-behavioral-sciences.
A review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications received before November 15 will be given preference. Electronic applications are required and must include a cover letter, CV, and the names and contact information of at least three references.
About Mercy
Mercy University is a dynamic, independent, coeducational New York City area university that offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs in six schools: Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Nursing, and Social and Behavioral Sciences.
Mercy is the region's largest private, nonprofit, Minority-Serving Institution, proud to serve a student body that is highly diverse. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy University, has been ranked nationally among top colleges in the country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and by Excelencia in Education, earning their prestigious Seal of Excelencia for intentionally serving Latino students.
Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology, and Business. Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in Westchester County in 2019, 2020, and 2022.
Mercy is committed to offering an inclusive learning environment to help a diverse student body set a course for their future. To support its student body, Mercy has been awarded a number of federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver education to our students.
Mercy’s student body reflects the rich diversity of the New York metropolitan area. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time undergraduates and graduates, is approximately 8,800. Mercy students learn on campuses in Dobbs Ferry, the Bronx, and Manhattan as well as online.
At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.
Our Mission:
Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and high-quality learning environments, thus preparing students to embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing world.
Benefits Eligible:
Mercy University strives to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.
EEO Statement
Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
As part of this commitment, Mercy University will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact The Office of Human Resources at (914) 674-7839, Option 6 or via email at HR@mercy.edu.
The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the organization. Mercy is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.
Campus Safety
Mercy University is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all. Information regarding campus safety can be found here.
