Temporary Core Faculty in Dance and Movement Therapy

Lesley University • Cambridge, MA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Lesley University is seeking a part-time Temporary Core Faculty of Dance and Movement Therapy to join their Expressive Therapies department. This role involves teaching courses in the Dance Movement Therapy specialization, which can be delivered face-to-face, hybrid, or online. The faculty member will also contribute to accreditation and student engagement efforts, including recruitment, admissions, and advising. The Expressive Therapies department aims to equip students with the necessary knowledge, skills, and experience for practice in various professional settings. The program's 60-credit courses are designed to meet licensure requirements in Massachusetts and prepare graduates for national certifications. Founded over 50 years ago, the program is recognized globally for its innovative approach to training mental health professionals through the integration of arts, theory, and practice.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Dance and Movement Therapy, Expressive Therapies, Counseling, or related field.
• Dance/Movement Therapy credentials (BC-DMT).
• Teaching experience in Dance and Movement Therapy, Expressive Therapies, or a related field, at the graduate level.
• Two+ years of FTE clinical experience.
• A record of scholarly activity.

Nice To Haves

• PhD or terminal degree.
• Five+ years of clinical experience.
• Ability to teach Dance Movement Therapy clinical courses.
• Ability to teach general counseling courses.
• Experience with the ADTA approval process.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the Dance Movement Therapy specialization (face-to-face, hybrid, online).
• Participate in accreditation efforts.
• Engage in student recruitment and admissions.
• Provide student advising.
• Teach Dance Movement Therapy clinical courses.
• Teach general counseling courses such as theories, psychopathology, assessments, vocational counseling, etc.

What This Job Offers

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