Adjunct Faculty (Online) - Counseling

Houston Baptist University • Houston, TX

16h • Remote

About The Position

Introducing Houston Christian University At Houston Christian University, our Christian liberal arts, professional, and graduate programs have equipped students to lead, collaborate, and discover out of a deep sense of purpose for more than 60 years. We are driven forward by our central confession, Jesus Christ is Lord, and defined by our Ten Pillars core convictions . From this foundation we guide students confidently into discerning discovery, preparing them to think biblically, critically, and holistically about how to engage the world. We aspire to care for every student by meeting their academic, spiritual, and social needs with mentorship and support. At HCU, we are cultivating a culture of excellence that will mold a new generation of leaders in their communities, standard-setters in their professions, and fruitful disciples in their churches. HCU is set in the heart of one of the most diverse and fastest-growing cities in the nationand our growth and diversity match the dynamism of the city we call home. We continue to enroll strong freshmen classes, our graduate programs have more than doubled in the past decade, and we are significantly expanding our online programs as well. Adjunct Faculty (Online) - Counseling Department Counseling Department, College of Educational and Behavioral Sciences Location Houston, TX Type of Position Academic Reports to: Chair, Counseling Department, and Dean, College of Education and Behavioral Sciences Job status: Exempt Position Summary The Counseling Department is inviting applications for adjunct faculty for its online programs. The online programs of the Counseling Department are an M.A. in Clinical Mental Health, an M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy, an M.A. in Human Services, and an M.Ed. in Professional School Counseling. Adjunct faculty are hired in a part-time capacity on a semester-by-semester basis, contingent upon the needs of the University. HCU accepts application material year-round from qualified applicants willing to teach on a part-time basis. Adjunct (part-time) faculty hiring is based on student demand. We offer day and evening classes.

Requirements

• A doctoral degree in Counselor Education is preferred, but a doctoral degree in a related-field (psychology, marriage and family therapy, etc.) will be seriously considered.
• Candidates should be a licensed mental health professional (LPC, LMFT, or LP) or a certified School Counselor.

Nice To Haves

• Previous college or university teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Actively seeks to incorporate Christian faith into his or her role as an adjunct faculty.
• Implements a course syllabus for each course, following established institutional guidelines.
• Provides timely, quality access and feedback to students via electronic communication and other appropriate methods.
• Evaluates students by a variety of means to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and inform them in a timely manner of their progress.
• Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
• Submits grades, paperwork and forms in a timely fashion.
• Performs other duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree