Adjunct Professor

Drexel University; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking an Adjunct Professor to join their dedicated faculty team. This role involves teaching undergraduate and graduate courses while fostering an inclusive learning environment. Ideal candidates will possess a Master's degree in a relevant field and have prior teaching experience. The university prides itself on its commitment to civic engagement and equity, offering a supportive atmosphere for both students and faculty. This position is perfect for those passionate about shaping future professionals in the counseling and family therapy fields.

Benefits

Generous vacation and paid time off

403(b) Retirement Plan match

Remote and flexible work options

Free tuition for employees and dependents

Wellness program

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Counseling or related field required.
• 1-3 years of teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses and maintain course-related records.
• Evaluate student work and provide timely feedback.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge of Learning Management Systems

Anti-Racist Frameworks

Education

Master's Degree in Human Development

PhD in Counseling or Related Field

Tools

Blackboard

Job description

Located in the heart of Philadelphia, Drexel University is a world‐class, comprehensive, R1 research institution and a global leader in experiential education. For more than 100 years, our renowned Cooperative Education (co-op) program has enabled students to gain professional work experience before they graduate, setting them apart from their peers.

Committed to becoming the nation’s most civically engaged university, Drexel supports engagement along three dimensions: research and academic programs that directly benefit communities, business practices that support equitable local and regional economic development, and public service by students, faculty, and staff. Our engagement is long‐term, multigenerational, and fundamental to the University’s mission, heritage, and future.

At Drexel, we are devoted to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment that promotes healthy lifestyles and is based on integrity, trust, and respect. We center equity, inclusion and belonging, and incorporate an anti‐racism approach to our strategic plan, organizational systems, policies and structures.

Drexel offers its highly engaged faculty and professional staff a comprehensive and world‐class benefits package that includes generous vacation and paid time off as applicable (including civic engagement days), up to an 11% 403(b) Retirement Plan match with immediate vesting, and remote and flexible work options for many roles. Our exceptional medical plans include domestic partner and fertility assistance and our award‐winning A Healthier U wellness program. In addition, faculty and professional staff at Drexel enjoy free tuition for themselves and their dependents for Drexel degree programs, certification, and non‐certification programs. These are just a sample of our extensive benefit offerings.

Adjunct Professor

Apply now Job no: 501718
Work type: Part-Time
Location: University City - Philadelphia, PA
Categories: Drexel University, College of Nursing and Health Professions

About the Department of Counseling and Family Therapy

The Department of Counseling and Family Therapy prepares students to succeed in today's behavioral healthcare environment through evidence-informed, rigorous clinical education. Students build an excellent foundation on which to build their future careers in human development-counseling, addiction counseling, and couple and family therapy.

Adjunct instructor applications are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the Interim Department Chair, as well as respective Program Directors when openings become available. Adjunct positions are granted on a quarter-by-quarter basis. The university academic calendar is four eleven week quarters. *Please note this posting does not guarantee a currently open position.

Adjunct instructor applications are being accepted for 3 general areas:

• Undergraduate and graduate degree campus-based classroom courses

Position Overview

The adjunct instructor member will employ a variety of strategies to foster student learning and discussion, as well as encourage active learning in all students. Adjunct instructors maintain proper course-related records, evaluate student work, and provide students with timely feedback as to the progress toward meeting the objectives of the course. The adjunct instructor is responsible for effectively teaching students in the assigned classroom, clinical, simulated laboratory, or online settings. Each adjunct faculty member is responsible for exemplifying the mission of the College of Nursing and Health Professions as well as the Department of Counseling and Family Therapy. Instructor responsibilities may include teaching days, evenings, nights, and/or weekends.

Essential functions include but are not limited to:

• Teach required number of credit hours per quarter based on their contract.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills related to the teaching of adults, pedagogical methodology, curricular development, and curricular evaluation.
• Assist in the design, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum using a written plan.
• Plan and provide theoretical instruction, clinical, or laboratory experiences that reflect an understanding of the philosophy, learning objectives, and curriculum of the respective COFT program to which they are assigned.
• Evaluate individual student achievement of curricular objectives/outcomes.
• Schedule one office hour per week for student consultation.
• Schedule administrative time for classroom, laboratory, and clinical preparation.
• Maintain communication with the Program Director and/or Director of Clinical Training regarding any course or student issues.
• Perform other similar duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

To be considered for an Adjunct COFT instructor, you must meet the following requirements:

• Master's Degree in human development, Counseling, or Couple and Family Therapy.
• 1-3 years teaching experience.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems.
• LMFT/LPC license preferred.
• American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy Approved Supervisor or Supervisor Candidate requirement for adjunct faculty supervisors.
• Demonstrated ability to use anti-racist and socially-just frameworks.
• Demonstrated competence with required knowledge and skill of assigned content area.
• Strong interpersonal skills and positive energy regarding professional education.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with both students and faculty members.
• PA Department of Public Welfare Child Abuse clearance; PA State Police Criminal Background clearance; FBI fingerprinting clearance (Adjunct Clinical Supervisors).
• Excellent verbal, written, and electronic communication skills.
• Ability to perform the requirements of the job descriptions (listed above).
• Computer skills including sending/receiving e-mails, researching topics via the web, attaching, sending and opening documents; participation in online chats; function in library databases.

Preferred qualifications

• PhD degree or Doctorate in Human Development, Counseling, or Couple and Family Therapy.

Supplemental Posting Information

CNHP takes seriously its responsibility to ensuring its Adjunct COFT instructors are thoroughly prepared. As a requirement of employment, you must complete the following pre-class activities:

• Complete orientation with Program Director, Director of Clinical Training, or designee (Approx. 2 hours).
• Complete orientation to the lab or clinical assigned where required (approximately 2 hours depending on the course and location).
• Complete Online 101 tutorial, for online courses only (2 live one hour sessions plus 6-8 hours of self-paced learning).
• Complete required orientation to course content technology (Blackboard) (Approximately 2 hours).

Only applicants who apply through Drexel Careers will be considered for employment.

Special Instructions to Applicant

Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application.

Review of applicants is ongoing.

Advertised: Mar 13 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: May 31 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

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