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Assistant/Associate Professor of Counseling (Tampa Campus)

National Louis University
United States, Florida, Tampa
5110 Sunforest Drive (Show on map)
Nov 09, 2024

Assistant/Associate Professor of Counseling (Tampa Campus)


ID
2024-1408


Job Locations

US-FL-Tampa

Category
College of Psychology and Behavioral Sciences

Position Type
Faculty



Overview

The Opportunity

Faculty in the Department of Counseling at National Louis University in Tampa, Florida seek a colleague who will provide their knowledge and skills for our CACREP accredited Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Doctor of Education in Counselor Education and Supervision programs. NLU also intends to offer a School Counseling track in the near future. The position includes teaching courses at the master's and doctoral level, supervising students in their practical experiences, serving on dissertation committees, advising, and mentoring students to help them achieve their potential, and serving on university committees as needed. The candidate selected will work with students and faculty from diverse racial, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds, and must be multiculturally competent. Members of underrepresented populations are strongly encouraged to apply. The position requires a doctorate in Counselor Education from a CACREP accredited program, and applicants should have, or become an LMHC in Florida within 12 months of hire and/or certified as a school counselor. This position is a 10-month full-time position beginning as soon as it can be filled.

The University

National Louis University was founded on the principle that a quality education can transform lives, careers, and communities. More than 130 years ago, education pioneer and social reformer Elizabeth Harrison opened a kindergarten training school to promote early childhood education, then considered a radical idea. Harrison's groundbreaking work helped launch the National Parent-Teacher Association and the Head Start program, and the National College of Education (NCE) became the first university in Illinois to offer a four-year teaching degree. Thanks to a large donation from philanthropist Michael W. Louis, the school added two more colleges and became National Louis University in 1990. NLU mission is to provide access to quality higher education that nurtures opportunity for students through innovative teaching, scholarship, community engagement and service excellence. This position is based out of our Florida campus is located in Tampa, Florida minutes from downtown and the international airport.



Essential Responsibilities

    Teach core counseling courses (both didactic and clinical, including supervision of practicum/internship) for Masters and Doctoral program students in a blended online format (with synchronous and asynchronous elements).
  • Administrate and supervise practicum and internship experiences
  • Maintain active membership and involvement with appropriate counseling professional organizations (i.e. ACA, ACES, FCA, FACES, etc.).
  • Advise students and mentor students.
  • Participate in university service and professional/scholarly contributions.
  • Pursue professional development opportunities.
  • Partake in scholarly activities while meeting the needs of a diverse student body.
  • Provide community engagement opportunities.
  • Maintain campus presence.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.


Qualifications

  • Earned doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision or Equivalent from an accredited institution and preferably from a CACREP accredited doctoral program
    • ABD will also be considered if candidate is expecting to complete their degree within 6 months of hire date
  • School Counseling certification in Florida, preferred
  • The ability to teach in-person, blended, hybrid and online formats
  • Experience in the field of counseling and be licensed as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida (LMHC) within 12 months of hire and/or as a certified school counselor (preference to those who are both)
  • Teaching experience in the field of counseling is preferred
  • Evidence of experience in CACREP accreditation is beneficial
  • Must have the ability to contribute to and collaboratively work alongside a diverse departmental faculty and with a diverse student body

NLU Inclusion Statement:

National Louis University is deeply committed to serving its community, advancing access and equity, and ensuring that all individuals are welcomed and valued. We are dedicated to fostering a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion remain at the core of who we are. These are more than just words to us: they are truly a way of life for the NLU community. We recognize that differences in abilities, age, ethnicity, gender (identity and expression), race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, and background bring richness to our work environment. We affirm diverse perspectives, innovative contributions, and authentic presentations of self from every member within the NLU community. We believe inclusion is grounded in the actions we intentionally take each day. Our goal is to inspire and empower NLU employees and community members to cultivate an environment where we collectively focus on uplifting and advancing our institutional culture.



Special Instructions

Please Include the following with your Application:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Transcripts (Official or Unofficial)
Optional Additional Attachments:
- Teaching Philosophy
- Sample Syllabus
- Additional Licenses/Certifications
- Course Evaluations
- Letters of Recommendation
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