Lecturer in Educational Psychology

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purdue universityWest Lafayette (IN)

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Job Summary: DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL STUDIESLECTURER IN EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGYPOSITION ANNOUNCEMENTJob Position Lecturer in Educational Psychology

Job Description: Summary Purdue University is seeking a Lecturer to teach undergraduate teacher preparation coursework in Educational Psychology. Courses taught may vary and may be online or in person.

Job Description: The Department of Educational Studies () at Purdue University invites applications for a 9-month Lecturer position in Educational Psychology to begin in January or August of 2027. The successful candidate will teach 4 courses per semester in our undergraduate teacher education program in the areas of Learning and Motivation, Classroom Assessment, and/or Creating and Managing Learning Environments. The lecturer hired to fill this position will have the opportunity to work with existing faculty on course development and improvements as desired, including in relation to accreditation and assessment of teacher candidates. Because this position involves teaching within teacher preparation programs, the lecturer may engage in program accreditation-related activities. Teaching and learning-related service and program activities, as well other assigned responsibilities may, in some cases, count toward the teaching load. The successful candidate may collaborate with educational psychology colleagues to determine which courses best fit their abilities, experience, and expertise. Mentoring and professional development opportunities are available. Applicant documents should demonstrate that they meet the following: Required

Qualifications:

Hold a Master's degree or Ph.D. in educational psychology or a closely related field
Have a minimum of 3 years teaching experience working in P-12 settings, and
Demonstrate a record of teaching excellence in P-12 school settings

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience teaching in various higher education settings, including online and in-person formats
Experience teaching multiple grades and/or in differing P-12 contexts (urban, rural, etc.)Evidence of advanced knowledge and expertise in practical education, psychology content, classroom management, and/or classroom assessment
Demonstrated commitment to evidence-based classroom practice and supporting students in developing skills in identifying, understanding, and implementing such practice in P-12 settings
SalarySalary and benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Starting Date
January 4, 2027, or August 16, 2027 (one week before the associated semester begins).

Application Process: Applicants must submit the following:cover lettercurriculum vitaeteaching statementpersonal history statement, andcontact information for three references All materials must be submitted through Success Factors, but addressed to Dr. Brenda Downing, Educational Psychology Lecturer Search Committee Chair, Department of Educational Studies, 100 North University Street, West Lafayette, IN 47907, (bdowning@purdue.edu).Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Full consideration will be given to applications received by November 30, 2026.The teaching statement should include, at a minimum, your personal teaching philosophy and how you demonstrate commitment to that philosophy in your teaching practice; how you work to continually improve your teaching and respond to student feedback; and how you engage in continuous professional development to ensure that your teaching is based on current evidence-based practice recommendations. This statement should not exceed two pages. The personal history statement should include, at a minimum, relevant background information about your journey as a teacher and professional; examples of how you connect with and make content relevant for students of differing capabilities, backgrounds and experiences; and anything else about your personal history that would assist the search committee in understanding and evaluating you as a teacher and candidate. This statement should not exceed one page.

Background Check: A background check is required for employment in this position.

Equal Opportunity: Purdue University is an equal opportunity/equal access university.

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