Open Rank Professor of Professional Counseling
About The Position
Texas A&M-Victoria invites applications for a tenure-track Open Rank Professor of Professional Counseling starting Fall 2026. The Texas A&M University-Victoria, College of Education & Health Professions is seeking a qualified applicant to teach master’s level courses in both the clinical mental health counseling and professional school counseling concentrations. The position is based in Victoria Texas a city of 65.5K surrounded by rural communities, but within an easy drive of Corpus Christi, San Antonio, and Houston. The successful candidate will maintain a regular presence on campus in Victoria. The Master of Science Professional Counseling program at A&M-Victoria offers two CACREP-accredited concentrations: Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Professional School Counseling.
Requirements
- doctorate in Counselor Education or related field, preferably from a CACREP-accredited program
- Certified School Counselor (CSC)
- identify with the counseling profession through membership in professional organizations (i.e., ACA and/or its divisions, ASCA and/or its divisions)
- Experience in teaching and clinical supervision of counselors-in-training
- evidence of scholarly activities related to clinical mental health/school counseling and training
- familiar with utilizing technology and distance learning
- working knowledge of and/or experience with the CACREP standards
- licensure eligible in the state of Texas
- cover letter
- current curriculum vitae
- list of three current recommendations from people who are in a position to know the applicant’s expertise, with at least two addressing teaching effectiveness
- evidence of effective teaching, such a statement of teaching philosophy or student evaluations, if available
- copies of all college transcripts (official transcripts will be required of all finalists)
Responsibilities
- teaching master's level courses in the CACREP-core for the clinical mental health counseling concentration and core counseling areas
- curriculum development
- supervising counseling student-interns, including clinical site visits
- mentoring diverse student population on advisement, and recruitment
- working cooperatively with area public schools and clinical mental health agencies
- having an interest and participation in professional counseling organizations
- serving on departmental and university-wide committees
- commitment to scholarly growth and student involvement in ongoing research
- participating in appropriate program, school, and university activities such as program information sessions, admissions processes, and workshops
- knowledge of accreditation, program planning, and evaluation
- effectively teach courses on-line
- demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills, collaborative working approach, and leadership skills that align with the mission of the program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
