Assistant/Associate Professor, School Counseling

Florida Gulf Coast University•Lexington, MA

About The Position

Florida Gulf Coast University is hiring a faculty member for the College of Education’s Graduate School Counseling Program. The position teaches master’s-level school counseling courses; contributes to course and curriculum development; supports students and collaborates with colleagues and community members; conducts research and seeks grants; and provides service to the program, college, university, and profession. The faculty member may coordinate academic program-related projects, such as efforts addressing a critical shortage of school counselors. Faculty are expected to provide excellent, responsive teaching; use innovative instructional methods and technology, including distance learning; produce peer-reviewed scholarship; and serve the College, University, and community. Teaching assignments may be on the main campus or at off-campus sites within the region. The appointment is for nine months, is multi-year, and is expected to begin in August 2027. Rank will be commensurate with experience. An ABD candidate may be considered if the degree is conferred by August 7, 2027; such a candidate would be appointed at Lecturer level on a fixed contract. Typical work includes teaching and preparing graduate courses, developing syllabi and assessments, advising students, using instructional technology, collaborating on curriculum and accreditation, maintaining an active research program, pursuing scholarly publications and grants, professional development, committee participation, and service. The successful candidate is expected to work collaboratively, communicate respectfully, act with integrity, and meet deadlines and deliverables.

Requirements

Earned terminal degree (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) from an accredited institution in counselor education or a closely related field.
ABD candidates may be considered if the degree is conferred by August 7, 2027; if selected, the candidate will be appointed at Lecturer level on a fixed contract.
Knowledge of the ASCA National Model™, role statements, ethical standards, and related content.
Knowledge of major concepts, assumptions, debates, inquiry processes, and ways of knowing central to the discipline.
Ability to use digital and interactive technologies to achieve learning goals.
Knowledge of critical-thinking processes and how to help learners develop high-level questioning skills.
Knowledge and skill in inquiry-based instructional models and strategies.
Knowledge and ability to use technology in face-to-face, synchronous online, and asynchronous online teaching modalities.
Ability to collaborate with stakeholders inside and outside the University to develop and deliver instruction that improves student learning.

Nice To Haves

At least five years of K–12 school counselor experience.
Eligibility to achieve school counseling certification in Florida.
Experience securing research grants and/or participating in grant-seeking activities.
Experience with data-driven decision-making.
Evidence of leadership in school counseling.
Demonstrated currency in school counseling-related professional literature.
Active membership in professional school counseling organizations.

Responsibilities

Teach graduate courses in school counseling and prepare assigned courses, including syllabi, instructional materials, and assessments.
Deliver interactive and engaging instruction aligned with curriculum goals and accreditation standards, and engage in reflective self-assessment for continuous improvement.
Hold regular office hours and provide academic advising and individual student support.
Use the University's learning management system and other instructional technologies effectively, including across teaching modalities.
Collaborate with departmental faculty on curriculum development and program advancement, ensuring curriculum outcomes and accreditation standards are met.
Maintain an active research program, including opportunities for undergraduate student involvement.
Demonstrate scholarly publication and grantsmanship, and participate in grant-seeking activities.
Pursue continued professional development and maintain professional skills appropriate to rank and field.
Participate in departmental, college, and university committees and meetings.
Contribute community, institutional, and professional service in support of the University's mission.
Participate in faculty evaluation, student learning assessment, and required training activities.
Communicate professionally and promptly with students, colleagues, staff, and administrators.
Uphold professional integrity, responsibility, and excellence; comply with University policies, procedures, and the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Perform other duties as assigned; may coordinate academic program-related projects.