Teaching Faculty I

University of Wisconsin Madison•Madison, WI

About The Position

The Department of Counseling Psychology at the University of Wisconsin–Madison seeks a Teaching Faculty I to teach undergraduate courses, including courses in the cross-departmental B.S. major in Health Promotion and Health Equity, and potentially contribute to expanding future undergraduate course offerings. The faculty member may also teach in the master’s program in counseling and, depending on qualifications and departmental needs, the Ph.D. program in counseling psychology. For a 100% appointment, the position teaches twelve credits per semester. Depending on course needs and structure, the faculty member may supervise graduate student Teaching Assistants. Up to three credits of teaching may be replaced by administrative or service duties related to departmental needs and the candidate’s expertise. The role contributes to training grounded in scientist-practitioner perspectives, supports mental health and wellness across treatment settings, and upholds APA and ACA professional and ethical standards. The Department offers an MPCAC-accredited M.S. in counseling and an APA-accredited Ph.D. in counseling psychology, and contributes to the Health Promotion and Health Equity undergraduate major. The department’s mission is to foster growth, healing, and inclusion in teaching, research, and practice. It is part of the UW–Madison School of Education, which is committed to inclusive working and learning environments. The position has a minimum salary of $70,000 on a nine-month academic-pay basis, commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Doctorate in Counseling Psychology or a closely related field by the start date.
Demonstrated teaching competence, including evidence of course instruction effectiveness.
Current knowledge and background in Counseling Psychology and mental health.
Ability to respond to learners with varied educational backgrounds and learning styles.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Excellent written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills.
Timeliness in responding to inquiries.
Experience and expertise in APA and ACA professional standards, codes of ethics, and domains of practice.

Nice To Haves

Experience using the Canvas learning management system.
Licensed as a Health Service Psychologist or Mental Health Counselor.
Preferred: licensed or license-eligible as a psychologist and/or mental health counselor in Wisconsin.
Demonstrated service in the field with a specific focus on Counseling Psychology and/or components specific to the profession.

Responsibilities

Provide classroom, online, and/or laboratory instruction, including grading.
Develop exams and assignments.
Contribute service to the department.
Hold regular weekly office hours.
Maintain course web pages.
Supervise day-to-day activities of employees involved in instructional support, as needed.
Assist in developing techniques or model programs to carry out instructional goals and identify potentially useful new techniques.
Develop teaching techniques that enhance course effectiveness in line with desired outcomes and established strategy.
Assess learner performance and prepare reports recommending instructional improvements.
Assist in defining program objectives and play a major role in carrying out program duties.
Teach twelve credits per semester for a 100% appointment; up to three credits may be substituted with administrative or service duties depending on departmental needs and candidate expertise.
Potentially supervise graduate student Teaching Assistants, depending on course needs and structure.
Contribute to training emphasizing scientist-practitioner perspectives and uphold APA and ACA professional and ethical standards.