What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct - School of Educ. - School Counseling position at Mid-America Christian University?
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
This faculty member teaches in the accelerated program of the Master of Science in School Counseling program in the College of Adult and Graduate Studies. Additional responsibilities include serving on University committees, supporting departmental functions necessary for overall program assessment, strategic planning, accreditation, related administrative duties, and advising students.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching, on a part-time basis, in the Adult School of Counseling: School Counseling.
Assess student performance using appropriate rubrics or other forms of assessment.
Utilize a variety of appropriate teaching strategies to promote student critical thinking skills, effective learning strategies, and student engagement in the learning process.
Maintain program and course integrity and rigor by developing instructional materials consistent with course objectives and program outcomes.
Maintain expertise and currency in the discipline and in teaching strategies.
Comply with University academic policies.
Comply with assessment and evaluation policies and requirements related to students, courses, faculty, and programs.
Actively engages in promoting student retention, addressing student issues, and promoting a conducive learning environment.
Sustain membership in appropriate professional counseling associations
Maintain certification and professional licensing
Engagement in appropriate professional development and renewal activities related to the fields of teaching and school counseling
Sustain engagement in professional service and advocacy in teaching and school counseling
Sustained engagement in scholarly activities and/or research in school counseling
Expected to possess a certificate or equivalent in state of licensure
QUALIFICATIONS:
The successful candidate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and should possess the following:
Expertise in the discipline with strong organizational and teaching skills
Effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to network with state and national peers.
Ability to work as part of a team to coordinate and support programs within the School and the University.
Ability to utilize appropriate, contemporary technologies and best practices in teaching
Adherence to the Christian objectives and policies of the University.
Certification/and or experience in School Counseling
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Doctorate in education or related field
Experience Teaching In Higher Education Is Strongly Preferred.
Full-time teaching/school counseling experience strongly preferred
Professional Practical Experience In Counseling Is Required.
A current Teaching Certificate with Subject Area in School Counseling is required
COMPUTER SKILLS:
Must have current knowledge and advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications.
Must be able to utilize the University’s online platform.
Must be able to utilize the University systems.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Operate a computer with a keyboard, pointing device, webcam, and speakers
Stand and sit for extended periods of time
Walk around the classroom and to/from parking lots and buildings
Stand, bend, and crouch
Reach, grasp, move, and hold objects
Verbally express information or instructions
Lift, push, pull, and carry up to 20 pounds
Exercise clear vision at 20 inches or less and adjust focus
Judge distances and spatial relationships
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Please review our Mission Statement and our Statement of Faith at https://www.macu.edu/about/
POSITION SUMMARY:
This faculty member teaches in the accelerated program of the Master of Science in School Counseling program in the College of Adult and Graduate Studies. Additional responsibilities include serving on University committees, supporting departmental functions necessary for overall program assessment, strategic planning, accreditation, related administrative duties, and advising students.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Teaching, on a part-time basis, in the Adult School of Counseling: School Counseling.
Assess student performance using appropriate rubrics or other forms of assessment.
Utilize a variety of appropriate teaching strategies to promote student critical thinking skills, effective learning strategies, and student engagement in the learning process.
Maintain program and course integrity and rigor by developing instructional materials consistent with course objectives and program outcomes.
Maintain expertise and currency in the discipline and in teaching strategies.
Comply with University academic policies.
Comply with assessment and evaluation policies and requirements related to students, courses, faculty, and programs.
Actively engages in promoting student retention, addressing student issues, and promoting a conducive learning environment.
Sustain membership in appropriate professional counseling associations
Maintain certification and professional licensing
Engagement in appropriate professional development and renewal activities related to the fields of teaching and school counseling
Sustain engagement in professional service and advocacy in teaching and school counseling
Sustained engagement in scholarly activities and/or research in school counseling
Expected to possess a certificate or equivalent in state of licensure
QUALIFICATIONS:
The successful candidate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and should possess the following:
Expertise in the discipline with strong organizational and teaching skills
Effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to network with state and national peers.
Ability to work as part of a team to coordinate and support programs within the School and the University.
Ability to utilize appropriate, contemporary technologies and best practices in teaching
Adherence to the Christian objectives and policies of the University.
Certification/and or experience in School Counseling
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Doctorate in education or related field
Experience Teaching In Higher Education Is Strongly Preferred.
Full-time teaching/school counseling experience strongly preferred
Professional Practical Experience In Counseling Is Required.
A current Teaching Certificate with Subject Area in School Counseling is required
COMPUTER SKILLS:
Must have current knowledge and advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications.
Must be able to utilize the University’s online platform.
Must be able to utilize the University systems.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Operate a computer with a keyboard, pointing device, webcam, and speakers
Stand and sit for extended periods of time
Walk around the classroom and to/from parking lots and buildings
Stand, bend, and crouch
Reach, grasp, move, and hold objects
Verbally express information or instructions
Lift, push, pull, and carry up to 20 pounds
Exercise clear vision at 20 inches or less and adjust focus
Judge distances and spatial relationships
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Please review our Mission Statement and our Statement of Faith at https://www.macu.edu/about/
