Adjunct Faculty – Counseling

Northern Kentucky University; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

Northern Kentucky University seeks qualified professionals to join as part-time Adjunct Faculty in the Counseling Program. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and kept in a pool for future teaching needs; no guarantee of an assignment.

The Counseling Program offers CACREP-accredited graduate programs in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling, with in-person courses and supervision responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in counseling (CACREP preferred).
• Appropriate professional licensure or certification relevant to counseling.
• Professional experience relevant to the courses the candidate may be assigned to teach.
• Demonstrated ability to support graduate-level student learning and professional development.
• For courses involving clinical supervision, must meet CACREP supervisor requirements.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned graduate counseling courses in accordance with university and CACREP standards.
• Facilitate student learning through effective instruction, engagement, feedback, and assessment.
• Assess student achievement of designated course and CACREP learning outcomes.
• Maintain communication with students and program faculty.
• Provide in-person office hours and be reasonably available to enrolled students.
• Provide supervision and evaluate student development in clinical supervision courses.
• Complete required course-related documentation and assessment activities within timelines.

Education

Master’s degree or higher in counseling (CACREP preferred)

Doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision (CACREP preferred)

Professional licensure or certification relevant to counseling

Job description

Position Title: Adjunct Faculty – Counseling

Position Type: Fixed Term

About the Role

The Counseling Program at Northern Kentucky University invites applications on an ongoing basis from qualified professionals interested in serving as part-time adjunct faculty. Applications will be maintained in a pool of prospective instructors and reviewed as instructional needs arise. Inclusion in the applicant pool does not guarantee a teaching assignment. The Counseling Program offers CACREP-accredited graduate programs/specializations in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling. Adjunct faculty may be considered to teach in-person graduate courses in either specialization, including knowledge- and skills-based courses as well as courses involving clinical supervision, such as practicum and internship. Course assignments are based on program needs, candidate qualifications, areas of expertise, and availability.

Primary Responsibilities

• Teach assigned graduate counseling courses in accordance with university and program policies and applicable CACREP accreditation standards.
• Facilitate student learning through effective instruction, engagement, feedback, and assessment.
• Assess student achievement of designated course and CACREP learning outcomes.
• Maintain appropriate communication with students and program faculty.
• Provide in-person office hours and be reasonable availability to enrolled students.
• For clinical courses, provide supervision and evaluate student development in accordance with program requirements, professional standards, and applicable accreditation requirements.
• Complete required course-related documentation and assessment activities within established program and university timelines.

Minimum Qualifications

• A master’s degree or higher in counseling, preferably from a CACREP-accredited counseling program.
• Appropriate professional licensure or certification relevant to the candidate’s area of practice (e.g., clinical mental health counseling or school counseling).
• Professional experience relevant to the courses the candidate may be assigned to teach.
• Demonstrated ability to support graduate-level student learning and professional development.
• Candidates considered for courses involving clinical supervision must meet applicable program, professional, and CACREP requirements for supervisors.

Preferred Qualifications

• A doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision, preferably from a CACREP-accredited program.
• Previous experience teaching or co-teaching graduate counseling courses, particularly within a CACREP-accredited program.
• Experience providing clinical supervision to counseling students or practicing counselors.
• Current professional licensure or certification as a clinical mental health counselor, school counselor, or other credential appropriate to the assigned course.
• Professional expertise aligned with current program instructional needs.

Appointment to the adjunct faculty pool does not guarantee a course assignment.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Why Work at Northern Kentucky University At NKU, our work revolves around three things: opening doors, helping people finish what they start, and connecting learning to real life. Those pillars-Access, Completion, and Career & Community Engagement-aren't just strategic-plan wallpaper. They shape how we hire, how we serve students, and how we show up for the region. If you want your work to matter-NKU is a place where you can see your impact every day. Introduce yourself and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.

About NKU

Northern Kentucky University is a public, student-centered institution located just minutes from downtown Cincinnati. Our vision is clear: to be nationally recognized as a student-ready, regionally-engaged university that empowers diverse learners for economic and social mobility. We focus on opening doors, supporting students through graduation, and connecting learning to real opportunity in our region. NKU offers the reach of a comprehensive university with the feel of a close, collaborative campus.