Adjunct Faculty - School Counseling

The School of Education Adjunct Faculty – School Counseling, under the supervision of the School Director, is responsible for supporting our Master’s in School Counseling students through maintaining currency and relevancy to assigned courses. Adjunct faculty are to actively engage and support students using differentiated approaches when teaching courses. This is a non-exempt position paid through course instruction.

Located in Henderson, Nevada, approximately twenty-five minutes from the iconic Las Vegas strip, Touro University Nevada is a non-profit medical, health sciences, and education graduate university focused on positively impacting our community in healthcare and education. Our values surrounding intellectual pursuit and service to humanity are steadfast and are clearly visible in the actions of our students, faculty, staff, and graduates.

We invite you to apply to our position for consideration to join the ranks of our talented and professional staff and faculty. Please visit the tun.touro.edu/administration/human-resources website where you can see a comprehensive listing of optional benefits and Human Resources contact information.

1. Provide current and relevant instruction in assigned courses.
2. Provide substantive feedback in course discussions and assignments to students.
3. Be available to meet with students through phone, Zoom, or other sources to assist them in scholarly completion of coursework.
4. Support and attend Program-wide meetings.
5. Collaborate and support colleagues in implementation of internship and practicum requirements, as needed.
6. Create and implement courses for School Counseling program.
7. Participate in faculty directed activities integral to the university system
8. Participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the curriculum that conforms with the Program’s mission, goals, and objectives.

Education:

• Masters Degree required, doctorate preferred, in School Counseling School Psychology, Special Education, or related field from a US accredited college or
• Successful graduate-level teaching experience, face-to-face and/or online.
• Experience in course and program design.

Experience:

• Minimum five years of K-12 counseling experience
• Teaching experience at the University level – preferred online course instruction
• Multi-disciplinary experience in working with K-12 students.
• Knowledgeable AND experienced in individual and group counseling.
• Strong skills in child and family counseling.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a team with other Program and University faculty and colleagues. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to address diverse audiences
• Highly organized, self-starter. 
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality. 

Application Requirements:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter (attached to the cover letter link) that expresses your interest in this specific position at this specific institution – be specific in your counseling experiences.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong oral and written communication skills, including grammar and formal speech
• Established leadership and supervisory skills
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office
• Canvas or other Learning Management System experience
• Flexible, resilient, and uplifting demeanor
• Excellent organizational skills
• Attention to detail and situational awareness
• Able to exercise sound judgment
• Able to serve and advocate for diverse populations