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 activities, including recruitment, admissions, and advising. The Expressive Therapies department aims to equip students with the necessary knowledge, skills, and experience for professional practice in various settings such as healthcare facilities, schools, community agencies, and private practices. The programs are designed to meet the requirements for mental health counselor licensure in Massachusetts and prepare graduates for national and professional association certifications. Lesley's Expressive Therapies program, with over 50 years of history, is recognized globally for its innovative approach to training mental health service providers through the integration of arts, theory, and practice.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

PhD or terminal degree (preferred).
Five+ years of clinical experience (preferred).
Ability to teach Dance Movement Therapy clinical courses, in addition to DMT specialization courses (preferred).
Ability to teach general counseling courses such as theories, psychopathology, assessments, vocational counseling, etc. (preferred).
Experience with the ADTA approval process (preferred).

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 general counseling courses such as theories, psychopathology, assessments, vocational counseling, etc. (preferred).
Teach Dance Movement Therapy clinical courses, in addition to DMT specialization courses (preferred).