Counselor Education (School Counseling) - Adjunct Instructor

Virtual Req #133

Tuesday, November 19, 2024

As the second-largest independent Catholic university in New England, and one of the fastest-growing private doctoral institutions in the U.S., Sacred Heart University is a national leader in shaping higher education for the 21st century. SHU offers nearly 90 undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and certificate programs on its Fairfield, Conn., campus. Sacred Heart also has a campus in Dingle, Ireland, and offers online programs. More than 10,000 students attend the University’s nine colleges and schools: Arts & Sciences; Communication, Media & the Arts; Social Work; Computer Science & Engineering; Health Professions; the Isabelle Farrington College of Education & Human Development; the Jack Welch College of Business & Technology; the Dr. Susan L. Davis, R.N., & Richard J. Henley College of Nursing; and St. Vincent’s College. Sacred Heart stands out from other Catholic institutions as it was established and led by laity. The contemporary Catholic university is rooted in the rich Catholic intellectual tradition and the liberal arts, and at the same time cultivates students to be forward thinkers who enact change—in their own lives, professions and in their communities. The Princeton Review includes SHU in its Best 388 Colleges–2023 Edition, and Best Business Schools–2023 Edition. Sacred Heart is home to the award-winning, NPR-affiliated radio station, WSHU, a Division I athletics program and an impressive performing arts program that includes choir, band, dance and theatre. www.sacredheart.edu

School Counseling—Adjunct Pool

The Department of Counselor Education, within the Farrington College of Education & Human Development, invites applications for adjunct instructors to teach within the online MA degree in School Counseling. This will build the pool for current and future program needs.

We seek candidates who will support our goal of developing data-driven and equity-focused future school counselors. Successful candidates will collaborate with core faculty who serve as course lead. Candidates will model effective leadership (demonstrate a growth mindset, engage in reflection, and engage students in practical-based learning activities). Successful candidates will actively promote a collegial environment and consciously apply our mission and values to create a culture of inclusion and belonging so all students may thrive and succeed. Candidates will also engage in meetings with course coordinators and/or Program Director to provide input and to ensure program expectations are met.

Track specific School Counseling courses include:

SCC 500: Introduction to School Counseling
SCC 565: Counseling Children & Adolescents
SCC 620: Comprehensive School Counseling Programs, Leadership, & Advocacy
SCC 630: Family-School-Community Collaboration & Consultation
SCC 640: Intervention Strategies: Academic, C&CR, and SEL
SCC 645: Counseling Special Populations & Special Education
SCC 650/660/670: School Counseling Practicum/Internship/Advanced Internship

As well core courses such Human Development.

Courses follow an 8 or 15-week, asynchronous structure, utilize Blackboard Ultra LMS, and may include class meetings at instructor’s discretion.

Required Qualifications:

PhD in Counselor Education & Supervision from a CACREP-accredited institution;
MA degree in School Counseling;
At least 2 years of employment as a school counselor

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience teaching in distance delivery formats (hybrid, online, asynchronous, synchronous), utilizing LMS and other technologies, such as Blackboard, Tevera and Zoom.

Application Instructions:

Please complete the online application. Be sure to include a curriculum vitae/resume, a list of three references, and a cover letter that includes your teaching philosophy and specifically which courses you are most qualified to teach.

Transcripts and letters of reference may be requested at a later date. Review of applications is ongoing. Questions regarding this position may be addressed to Dr. Sandi Logan-McKibben, School Counseling Program Director, Logan-McKibbenS@sacredheart.edu

Sacred Heart University is a space that respects and embraces differences, recognizes the unique contributions that individuals can make, and creates a community that maximizes the potential of all faculty and staff. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the wider world in which we live.

Other details

Job Family Faculty
Job Function Faculty
Pay Type Salary
Required Education Doctorate

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