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Assistant Professor of Instruction, Counselor Education, Non Tenure-Track

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Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, please apply by 11:59 p.m. EST on June 15, 2024.
The Patton College of Education values varied academic styles and philosophies. Preference will be given to candidates offering a diverse set of experiences and educational backgrounds while also aligning with the departments and college’s academic goals. To be considered applicants must submit the following items:
  • Cover letter that addresses the position qualifications noted;
  • Curriculum vitae;
  • Names and contact information (phone numbers, and email addresses) of at least three professional references;
  • Unofficial transcripts of relevant academic work at time of application;
  • Teaching evaluations of at least two graduate or undergraduate courses taught in-person or online; [insert as other document]
  • Brief teaching philosophy statement [maximum of 3 pages, double spaced]

Posting Details

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the ‘Posting End Date’ shown below.

Position Information

Job Title Assistant Professor of Instruction, Counselor Education, Non Tenure-Track
Applications Accepted From Public: Open to the Public
Special Instructions to Applicants
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, please apply by 11:59 p.m. EST on June 15, 2024.
The Patton College of Education values varied academic styles and philosophies. Preference will be given to candidates offering a diverse set of experiences and educational backgrounds while also aligning with the departments and college’s academic goals. To be considered applicants must submit the following items:
  • Cover letter that addresses the position qualifications noted;
  • Curriculum vitae;
  • Names and contact information (phone numbers, and email addresses) of at least three professional references;
  • Unofficial transcripts of relevant academic work at time of application;
  • Teaching evaluations of at least two graduate or undergraduate courses taught in-person or online; [insert as other document]
  • Brief teaching philosophy statement [maximum of 3 pages, double spaced]
This position is eligible for the following benefits: medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.
Posting Number 20162486F
Job Description
The Department of Counseling and Higher Education, in the Gladys W. and David H. Patton College of Education at Ohio University (OHIO), invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track, renewable Assistant Professor of Instruction position starting in fall 2024. Teaching (in-person, on the Athens campus in our CACREP accredited master’s program and in our online CACREP-accredited School Counseling program) and service are required elements of this position. The position will be on an 11-month contract with one month off during summer term. The position will be annually renewable for the first five years and after that renewable for three-year terms.

Our core values: The Gladys W. and David H. Patton College of Education prepares graduates who are CALLED to LEAD: Change Agents who are Lifelong Learners committed to Embracing Diversity and LEADership. Our leader-educators, practitioners, and human service professionals share a commitment to serving society responsibly as change agents in meeting diverse human and social needs.

Responsibilities
  • Teaching 8 graduate courses during fall, spring, and summer semesters at the master’s level in Counselor Education in the core CACREP content areas and in specialization courses;
  • Advising and mentoring master’s students in the Counselor Education program;
  • Providing service at the program, department, college, and university levels;
  • Providing service to professional counseling organizations and/or the community.
Minimum Qualifications
We are interested in candidates who possess excellent communication and people skills, and meet the qualifications listed below:
  • An earned doctorate in Counselor Education from a CACREP-accredited program, with a specialization in School Counseling or Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the master’s or doctoral level;
  • Prior counseling work or internship experience;
  • Evidence of successful college teaching experience; experience with electronic distance education/online teaching;
  • Ability to teach CACREP core counseling courses at the master’s level.
  • Professional identity with the counseling profession through membership in professional counseling organizations such as American Counseling Association [ACA] and ACA divisions, ASCA, etc.;
  • Licensed or license eligible as a professional counselor (LPC or LPCC) or a school counselor in the state of Ohio.
  • Ability to broaden the diversity of perspectives available to our students within the program through personal practice, teaching philosophy, and service.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Evidence of scholarly activity (e.g. professional conference presentations, published articles, book chapters, and/or books).
Department Counseling and Higher Education
Pay Rate
Pay is commensurate with experience and credentials. Employees also enjoy a generous benefits package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, short term disability, life insurance, retirement benefits, educational benefits for themselves and qualified dependents, domestic partner benefits, parental leave, adoption benefits, paid time off, and access to professional development programs.
Job Open Date 04/26/2024
Posting Close Date
6/15/2024
Employment Type full-time term
Job Category Instructional and Clinical Faculty
Months 11 month
Planning Unit Patton College of Education
Work Schedule
Campus Athens
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position. Dr. Bilal Urkmez, urkmezbi@ohio.edu
Diversity Statement
Ohio University is proud of its rich history, diverse campuses, international communities, and beautiful Appalachian settings. As part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming, respectful, diverse, and inclusive workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, ethnicity, national origin, national ancestry, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, military service or veteran status, mental or physical disability, or genetic information. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
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Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  2. Cover Letter
  3. References
  4. Teaching philosophy statement
  5. Unofficial transcripts
  6. Other (See Special Instructions to Applicants for Details)
Optional Documents

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