Adjunct Faculty Pool – School Counseling Programs

University of Redlands • Redlands, CA

2d • $21 - $24

About The Position

The Department of Counseling and Human Services in the University of Redlands School of Education invites applications for an adjunct faculty pool supporting its School Counseling programs. Adjunct faculty may teach graduate-level courses, including coursework aligned with California Commission on Teacher Credentialing standards and requirements for the Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Counseling. The program seeks experienced school counselors, counseling professionals, counselor educators, and educational leaders committed to preparing culturally responsive school counselors who advocate for equity, student success, and social-emotional well-being in PK-12 settings.

Courses are delivered through a combination of in-person and online formats, and most are scheduled during evening hours. Instructors may teach in areas such as school counseling foundations, college and career readiness, counseling theory, multicultural counseling, trauma-informed practice, school-based mental health, crisis intervention, leadership, supervision, and program evaluation. The position is suited to practicing school counselors, counseling administrators, county office specialists, and counselor educators who want to contribute to preparing future school counseling professionals.

The School of Education prepares professionals who promote educational access, equity, inclusion, and social justice in schools and communities. Its programs are guided by the School’s Mission, Vision, and Social Justice Principles. Adjunct faculty support candidates’ development and credential standards, create engaging instruction integrating theory, research, ethics, and professional practice, and contribute to student support and program improvement as appropriate.

Requirements

• Earned master's degree or doctorate in School Counseling, Counseling, Counselor Education, Educational Counseling, or a closely related field.
• Valid California Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Credential in School Counseling, or comparable professional expertise and qualifications in school counseling, counselor education, or closely related practice.
• At least three years of professional experience as a school counselor, educational counselor, counseling administrator, or in a closely related professional role.
• Experience working with diverse student populations and culturally responsive practices.
• Knowledge of comprehensive school counseling programs, ethical practice, and student development.
• Experience using educational technologies and learning management systems.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching, mentoring, supervising, or training emerging counseling professionals.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching at the graduate or university level.
• Experience teaching in both online and face-to-face learning environments.
• Current or recent experience as a practicing school counselor, counseling administrator, or counseling program leader.
• Experience supervising practicum students, interns, or school counselors.
• Familiarity with California Commission on Teacher Credentialing standards and accreditation requirements.
• Experience implementing the ASCA National Model.
• Expertise in college and career readiness counseling.
• Experience supporting underserved and historically marginalized student populations.
• Demonstrated commitment to educational equity, inclusion, and social justice.
• Expertise in one or more listed instructional areas, including school counseling foundations, academic/career/college readiness, counseling theories and techniques, child and adolescent development, multicultural counseling, trauma-informed practices, school-based mental health, crisis prevention and intervention, group counseling, data-driven programs, ethics and law, leadership and advocacy, MTSS, family and community engagement, supervision, assessment, and program evaluation.
• Expertise in additional desired areas including PK-12 school counseling, comprehensive program development, restorative practices, mental health and wellness in schools, program coordination, accountability and evaluation, and online or in-person graduate instruction.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate-level School Counseling courses in in-person and online formats, with most courses scheduled during evening hours.
• Support candidates in meeting California PPS School Counseling Credential standards and program learning outcomes.
• Facilitate engaging learning experiences integrating theory, research, ethics, and professional practice.
• Use educational technologies and learning management systems to support instruction.
• Assess candidate performance and provide timely, meaningful feedback.
• Collaborate with program faculty on continuous program improvement and accreditation efforts.
• Maintain regular communication with students and contribute to a supportive learning environment.
• Participate in curriculum review and professional discussions as appropriate.
• Support candidates in fieldwork, practicum, and internship experiences when applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level