Associate Faculty – Graduate Counseling

Post University is currently accepting applications for Associate Faculty – Graduate Counseling to join our team.

WHY POST?

Post University is a legendary, dynamic, growth-oriented organization of passionate, diverse professionals united in pursuit of life-changing service to countless students.  Our “Make It Personal” mission is the driving tenet shaping how we treat students and each other.  Post University’s success story is well-positioned to be second to none.

For more than 130 years, Post University has been dedicated to student success, serving thousands of learners across our online, main campus, undergraduate, and graduate programs. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and seek individuals passionate about contributing to a collaborative, student‑focused community.

Due to Post-specific operational and administrative considerations, the position is not approved to be performed in Alaska, California, Hawaii, or New York. Candidates must be physically located and perform their work from an approved state.

JOB SUMMARY:

An Associate Faculty member in the Graduate Counseling Program is a part-time faculty member hired to teach specific graduate-level counseling course(s) in a fully online, asynchronous format during an academic eight-week term. There are also some courses that offer a weekly synchronous component that might be available during certain eight-week term periods.

The Associate Faculty member’s primary responsibility is to facilitate student learning aligned with program learning outcomes, professional counseling competencies, and CACREP standards. Faculty are expected to foster counselor professional identity, ethical practice, multicultural competence, and evidence-based clinical skills within the virtual learning environment.

The Associate Faculty member’s minimum obligation is to fulfill the instructional and engagement requirements of each assigned course and comply with University policies, programmatic expectations, and accreditation standards.

Essential Functions:

Under the Direction of the Program Chair:

Facilitate Virtual Asynchronous Instruction:

• Teach assigned graduate counseling courses in accordance with approved syllabi, learning outcomes, and CACREP-aligned competencies.
• Facilitate weekly asynchronous discussions, learning activities, and applied clinical assignments.
• Provide substantive, developmentally appropriate feedback that supports students’ professional growth as counselors.
• Maintain consistent and meaningful online presence in the learning management system (Blackboard).
• Provide weekly synchronous meetings if required by the course.

Promote Professional Counseling Identity:

• Integrate ethical standards, multicultural responsiveness, and counselor professional identity into instruction.
• Model professional dispositions consistent with counseling practice.
• Reinforce alignment with national counseling standards and licensure expectations.

Classroom Management (Virtual Environment):

• Adhere to all University policies and guidelines related to academic integrity, student engagement, and course conduct.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for students within the course.
• Collaborate with the Program Chair to address student concerns, academic performance issues, or professional disposition matters.

Evaluate Student Performance:

• Assess student work using approved rubrics and course deliverables.
• Provide timely, constructive, and clinically relevant feedback.
• Post interim grades in Blackboard Grade Center.
• Submit final grades in accordance with University deadlines.

Adhere to Course and Engagement Guidelines:

• Actively participate in and facilitate discussion boards and other asynchronous or synchronous engagement activities as required.
• Maintain high-touch communication consistent with graduate counseling program expectations.
• Participate in required faculty meetings, training, and programmatic assessment activities as assigned.

Timely Grade Submission:

• Submit grades for assignments, discussions, and examinations within established turnaround times.
• Ensure accuracy and timely posting of final course grades.
• Participate in end-of-course “close the loop” meetings with Academic Program Management (APM), if required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES
 
 To perform this job successfully, an individual must perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and performance required. Reasonable accommodation may enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.  

Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision
• Doctorate from a CACREP-accredited program or have taught full-time in a CACREP program for a minimum of one year before 2013.
• Active, professional counseling license (e.g., LPC, LMHC, LCPC)
• Experience teaching graduate-level counseling courses (particularly in online/asynchronous formats)
• Experience with clinical supervision (if teaching practicum or internship courses)
• Familiarity with CACREP standards and accreditation processes

Additional Requirements:

• Official college transcripts on file before employment
• Completion of required University faculty training before first teaching assignment
• Demonstrated competence in online instructional technologies and learning management systems (Blackboard Ultra)

As a member of our Post University team, the individual will share in a 135-year tradition of helping people achieve their personal and professional goals. Located in Waterbury, Connecticut, Post University has a vibrant campus and an excellent online program. Founded in 1890, Post University is a student-focused, career-driven university committed to providing students with the knowledge, personal skills, and experience required to be leaders in their chosen fields

Interested candidates should forward cover letter, resume, and three references to Post University Associate Experience.

Disclaimer: This opportunity may be withdrawn and/or amended.

POST UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER that employs in compliance with all applicable laws. We do not discriminate because of sex, sexual orientation, age, race, color, religious creed, marital status, national origin, ancestry, disability, handicap or other legally protected status. Equal access to programs, service and employment is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and job interview process should notify the Director of Associate Experience, Post University.