Faculty in School Psychology, Program Director

Location : 1717 S Chestnut Ave, Fresno, CA
Job Type: Clinical Position
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number:
Department: School of Grad & Prof Studies
Opening Date: 02/18/2026

Position Summary

Department: School of Graduate and Professional Studies
Reports To: Dean of The School of Graduate and Professional Studies
Status/Time Commitment: Full-time with faculty rank, term appointment with option of tenure-track, 11-month appointment
Start Date: 07/01/2026 or as soon as a suitable candidate is identified

Applications will be reviewed beginning March 15, 2026, with an appointment made by July 1, 2026, or as soon as a suitable candidate is identified. Position is open until filled.

The School Psychology program at Fresno Pacific University serves the PreK-12 educational community throughout the state offering both in-person and online program options. Additionally, the program offers an approved program for Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA) and has courses required for the BCBA available to the School Psychology program students. School Psychology graduates are well prepared and highly desired in the educational community in California's Central Valley and throughout the State of California.

This role is eligible for hybrid work in Central California. Courses will be taught online and in person meetings will be required.
Essential Functions

• Provide leadership for the school psychology program
• Organize the curriculum and develop the step for continuous improvement to meet the accreditation requirements for CTC
• Plan, monitor, and organize the program assessment to meet accreditation requirements
• Teach curriculum within the School Psychology program
• Interview, recruit, and advise candidates
• Conduct program exit examinations and portfolio reviews
• Actively market the School Psychology program
• Work directly with area schools to develop MOUs, identify supervisors, and secure placements for practicum and internship students
• Curriculum development and accreditation support in preparation for CTC
• Take a leadership role in course delivery, development, and integration
• Lead ongoing program assessment and evaluation
• Develop course schedule and Ed Plans
• Meet with students regularly, respond to daily emails and other student needs
• New faculty recruitment, onboarding, and orientation
• Plan, monitor, and organize the assessment sequence of the program
• Attend department meetings
• Attend monthly caucus meetings and other necessary meetings
• Provide direct support to local area schools and children in keeping with the CTC requirements for school psychology faculty members
• Maintain professional memberships and professional development
• Consult with the Dean of School of Graduate and Professional Studies on a frequent basis
• Travel to and attend SELPA meetings, local school districts and schools as needed
• Demonstrate a commitment to serving and inspiring students in an academic context that integrates your Christian faith and learning.
• Embrace the , and values of Fresno Pacific University, affirm the , and support the ideals and practices articulated in ""
• Other job duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required:

• Earned terminal degree in Psychology or Education
• Minimum of three years of experience as a School Psychologist
• Current credential in School Psychology in the State of California
• Successful school psychology and leadership experience
• Ability to demonstrate a commitment to working effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds
• Experience and sensitivity in managing people in complex organizational skills
• Administrative experience managing programs for working adults
• Experience with the development of extensive networks and connections with external stakeholders
• Commitment to the Christian faith and the University's mission of Christ-centered teaching and learning and involvement in a local church.

Preferred:

• Membership in a Mennonite Brethren or Anabaptist congregation
• Record or promise of scholarly achievement

Environmental Conditions:

• Indoors in a normal office environment with little exposure to excessive noise, dust, fumes, vibrations, and temperature changes at least eighty percent (80%) of the time.
• Frequent computer use at a workstation, up to eight hours per day.
• Frequently work at a fast pace with unscheduled interruptions.
• Drive personal or University vehicles to appointments.
• Public contact position requiring professional apparel, personal hygiene, and grooming.

Physical Demands:

• This position typically functions indoors in an office environment with light to moderate noise associated with business office equipment. The position may involve travel for meetings and events.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: remain in a stationary position 80 % of the time, be able to move about inside the office to access file cabinets/office machinery etc., operate a computer and keyboard and other office productivity machinery such as calculators/copy machines/printers. The employee is occasionally required to position self to reach items on the floor and in high cabinetry.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Employee must be able to communicate with others to exchange information including both over the telephone and in-person communication with callers and community members and be able to read a computer screen and paper documents.
• Reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities will be provided in accordance with law.

University Information

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Personal Statements: brief statement (1 page or less) on each of the following topics:
  • Philosophy of Education
  • Relationship & Commitment to Jesus Christ and the Church
  • Relating Christian faith to discipline and teaching
• Official Transcripts (showing highest degree earned)
• 2 Letters of Recommendation
  • Name and contact information may be provided with application. HR will contact provided names to obtain the letters of recommendation.
• Faith Reference Letter
  • This person should have extensive knowledge of your Christian life and relationship with Jesus Christ. This knowledge should be expressed in the letter.

$85,770.88 to $120,963 is the annual starting salary for this role and reflects what Fresno Pacific University reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. In addition to compensation, FPU offers a competitive benefits package.
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For any benefits questions, please email us at hr@fresno.edu.