Adjunct Faculty: Counselor Education

umd; Maryland; On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) seeks an adjunct Lecturer to teach in the Counselor Education program and to contribute to teaching excellence. The role requires using Canvas LMS, meeting with students during office hours, and performing related duties as assigned to support graduate and undergraduate education.

The position emphasizes high-quality teaching, scholarship, and the ability to engage diverse learners within a fixed-term, non-regular faculty appointment at UMES.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counselor Education, Counseling, or a closely related field.
• Record of outstanding teaching and scholarship.
• Ability to learn and use Canvas LMS.

Responsibilities

• Teach in the Counselor Education program.
• Provide office hours.
• Use Canvas (LMS) for course delivery.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Education

Master’s degree in Counselor Education or related field

Tools

Canvas LMS

Job description

Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement: Resumes are currently being accepted for adjunct faculty in the Counselor Education Program (Masters) in the Department of Education. Resumes will be reviewed as needed for each semester. The department seeks experienced professionals who would like the opportunity to share their knowledge and professional skills. A sample of the course offerings includes: Treating Emotional Disturbances, Substance Abuse Counseling, Ethics, etc.

Responsibilities

• Teach in the Counselor Education program.
• Use Canvas (Learning Management System -LMS).
• Provide office hours.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counselor Education, Counseling, or a closely related field.
• Have a record of outstanding teaching and scholarship.
• Must be able to learn Canvas (Learning Management System- LMS).

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledgeable about counselor education standards.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, conceptual, writing and communication skills,
• Ability to teach a standards-based program.

Physical Demands

May require extended periods of sitting at desk. May require lifting up to 25 lbs. Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and internally. Requires operation of a variety of office

Preferences

Doctorate. Demonstrated teaching experience at the graduate or undergraduate level.

Licenses/ Certifications

Licensure or eligibility for licensure as a professional counselor in the state where the institution is located.

Minimum Qualifications

The title Lecturer will ordinarily be used to designate appointments of persons who are serving in a teaching capacity for a limited time or part-time. The normal requirement is a Master's degree in the field of instruction or a related field, or equivalent professional experience in the field of instruction. Appointments to this rank are typically one to three years and are renewable.

Department

UMES-SESA-Education/Operations

Worker Sub-Type

Faculty Non-Regular (Fixed Term)

Salary Range

$3,189

EEO Statement

UMESIS an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Diversity Statement

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunityinstitutionopportunityinstitutionopportunityinstitutionopportunityinstitutionopportunityinstitutionopportunityinstitutionopportunityinstitutionopportunityinstitutionopportunityinstitutionopportunityinstitutionopportunityinstitutionopportunityinstitutionopportunityinstitutionopportunityinstitutionopportunityinstitutionopportunityinstitutionopportunityinstitutionopportunityinstitution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.

Title IX Statement

It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliationfor asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.