Lecturer, Counselor Education

University of Central Florida • Orlando, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Counselor Education and School Psychology in the College of Community Innovation and Education (CCIE) at the University of Central Florida (UCF) is seeking applications for a 9-month, non-tenure earning lecturer position in the Counselor Education Program, anticipated to begin Fall 2027. This position is located on the Orlando campus and summer teaching may be available. The selected candidate will contribute to the Counselor Education Program’s mission by teaching a variety of graduate level courses, advising students, and supervising practicum and internship students. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic individual with strong teaching, supervision, and interpersonal skills. The Counselor Education program has been ranked among top-level Counselor Education programs in the country by U.S. News & World Report since 2007. The Counselor Education program offers the following degrees: (a) master’s degrees in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (M.A.), Marriage, Couple, and Family Therapy (M.A.), and School Counseling (M.A., M.Ed.); (b) Educational Specialist Degree in School Counseling (Ed.S.); and (c) a doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in Education—Counselor Education and Supervision. The Clinical Mental Health Counseling (M.A.); Marriage, Couple, and Family Therapy (M.A.); School Counseling (M.A., M.Ed.); and Counselor Education and Supervision (Ph.D.) programs are accredited by CACREP. For additional Counselor Education Program information, visit https://ccie.ucf.edu/cesp/counselored/. For more information about the department, please visit the homepage at: https://ccie.ucf.edu/cesp/ The UCF College of Community Innovation and Education (CCIE) is a one-of-a-kind academic unit with distinct, interdisciplinary expertise and potential for partnership with community stakeholders, conceived to address societal challenges and work alongside the community. Established in 2018, the college offers undergraduate and graduate programs on the main campus and UCF Downtown. At the heart of the college's mission is the institutional commitment to transform lives and strengthen society by developing a unified vision and innovative solutions to complex social issues. CCIE promotes innovation through state-of-the-art interdisciplinary research with social impact, contemporary inclusive teaching and learning practices, and preeminent service for the disciplines, the institution, and the community.

Requirements

• Terminal degree in Counselor Education or closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Identifiable potential for excellence in teaching, service, and leadership.
• All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer.
• H-1B visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and the university cannot accommodate H-1B transfers or employment-based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.

Nice To Haves

• Earned a doctoral degree from a CACREP accredited program.
• Experience in graduate teaching and clinical supervision.

Responsibilities

• Teach a 4/4 course load during the Fall and Spring semesters.
• Teach graduate courses, supervise practicum and/or internship activities, and assist with planning program activities.
• Adhere to current CACREP Professional Standards.
• Participate in service and leadership activities at the department, university, and professional organization level.
• Maintain availability for students through regular office hours and timely, professional communication.
• Work with and support students and faculty in the Counselor Education Program.

Benefits

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid time off, including annual (12-month faculty) and sick time off and paid holidays.
• Retirement savings options.
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions.
• Education assistance.
• Flexible work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree