Visiting Assistant Professor of Counseling
Company: Loras College
Location: Dubuque
Posted on: March 11, 2023
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Job Description:
Full Time Salary benefits
POSITION SUMMARY. The MA Clinical Mental Health Counseling program
at Loras College announces a full-time, visiting position with the
potential to transition to a tenure track line. The visiting
position will require teaching 3 graduate courses and 4
undergraduate courses in the first year, with a typical load of 5
graduate courses and 2 undergraduate courses. The ideal candidate
will demonstrate excellence in teaching at both the graduate and
undergraduate levels. Graduate teaching will include classes on
Addiction and Group Counseling. Undergraduate courses may include
Lifespan Development and Abnormal Psychology.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE. A doctoral degree in counselor education
from an accredited institution, preferably from a CACREP accredited
program. A doctoral degree in a related field (e.g. Counseling
Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Educational
Administration) is acceptable if the candidate has been employed as
a full-time faculty member in a counselor education program for at
least a full academic year BEFORE July 1, 2013. Demonstrated
excellence in teaching is preferred. Ability to demonstrate
knowledge of and a willingness to communicate current trends in the
field to students and a variety of other constituencies is also
highly desirable. Candidates will be expected to support the
mission of the College and respect the College's Catholic
tradition.
COMPENSATION. Commensurate with qualifications, education and
experience. Fringe benefits include medical/dental/life/disability
insurance, flexible spending plan, TIAA retirement plan, tuition
remission program, family membership in Graber Sports Center/San
Jose Pool, free admission to many college events and free
off-street parking.
DIVISION OF TEACHER EDUCATION AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES. The Division
of TEBS consists of 20 full-time faculty members and offers three
Masters degrees in Counseling, School Counseling, and Applied
Psychology, as well as majors in Psychology, Social Work,
Neuroscience, Criminal Justice, and Teacher Education.
THE COLLEGE. Founded in 1839, Loras College is a Catholic,
primarily undergraduate, liberal arts institution that includes
pre-professional and career preparation programs, as well as
several graduate programs. The Loras College community embraces the
core values of truth, respect, responsibility, excellence, and
service that define the way we work, behave, and relate with
others. These values align with our college mission: Loras, as a
Catholic liberal arts college, creates a community of active
learners, reflective thinkers, ethical decision-makers and
responsible contributors in diverse professional, social and
religious roles. The student body consists of approximately 1,500
students, over 90 percent of whom are full-time undergraduates. The
college is a wireless, laptop campus and there will be opportunity
for developing technology-rich, interdisciplinary courses for the
general education curriculum.
THE COMMUNITY. Loras College's 60-acre campus is located on one of
Dubuque's highest bluffs, overlooking the Mississippi River at the
junction of the states of Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin, about 3
hours west of Chicago. Dubuque's population is approximately 60,000
and its nineteenth century architecture is woven into limestone
bluffs and provides a picturesque backdrop to the river landscape.
Many residential and commercial areas have been designated as
historical districts to preserve Dubuque's unique heritage. Its
strong education base supports numerous cultural activities, and in
addition, there are sporting events, shopping facilities, schools,
and churches that are convenient to its residents. The climate has
marked seasons with a comfortable summer, cool spring and fall, and
a winter that encourages a variety of sports that have in recent
years attracted a growing tourism industry.
APPLICATION DEADLINE. Review of applications begins immediately and
continues until the position is filled. For more information
contact the Counseling Search Committee, Steffanie Schilder,
Steffanie.schilder@loras.edu, 563-588-7783.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE. Applicants must go to:
http://loras.applicantpool.com/jobs/ to apply. Please upload your
letter of application and curriculum vitae. Letters of
recommendation will be requested upon interview. The finalist will
need to pass a background check before receiving a written
employment offer.
Loras College is an equal opportunity employer committed to
creating an educational and work environment that is inclusive,
rich in diversity, and supportive of all students, faculty and
staff. Individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural
backgrounds, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are
strongly encouraged to apply. Please visit www.loras.edu for
additional information about Loras College.
Loras College
https://loras.applicantpool.com
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