Adjunct Faculty - GCOUN 6030: Psychology of Culture and Identity: Power, Privilege and Oppression; Spring Semester 2027; In-person, On-Campus

Lesley University

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Lesley University's Department of Counseling & Psychology is seeking an adjunct instructor to teach GCOUN 6030: Psychology of Culture and Identity: Power, Privilege and Oppression during the Spring Semester 2027. The course meets in person on campus on Thursdays from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.

The course explores theories of cross-cultural counseling, the psychology of gender, and difference. Students reflect on their own ethnic and racial backgrounds to understand privilege, prejudice, and racism. The course also examines how these factors are socially constructed and how clients’ and counselors’ perceptions of them influence values and behaviors.

Adjunct faculty positions at Lesley University are governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement. The posting directs applicants to a link for compensation targets.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Counseling or a related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in multicultural counseling, social justice, and culturally responsive clinical practice.
• Successful teaching experience at the graduate level.
• Relevant professional or industry experience in the discipline.
• Demonstrated commitment to student-centered, inclusive, and equitable teaching practices.
• Ability to effectively support students from diverse backgrounds and with diverse learning needs.
• Experience using learning management systems and instructional technology to support teaching and learning.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC).
• Experience teaching adult or nontraditional learners.

Responsibilities

• Teach GCOUN 6030: Psychology of Culture and Identity: Power, Privilege and Oppression during the Spring Semester 2027.
• Teach the course in person on campus on Thursdays from 7:00 to 9:00 PM.
• Explore cross-cultural counseling theories, the psychology of gender, and difference with students.
• Support students in reflecting on ethnic and racial backgrounds and examining privilege, prejudice, racism, and their influence on values and behaviors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level