Assistant Professor of Instruction (NTT)

The University of Akron; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Akron’s UA School of Counseling seeks a faculty member to teach and supervise in graduate counseling programs. The role includes advising students, engaging in scholarly activity, and contributing to accreditation efforts within the Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling programs.

Candidates should hold a CACREP-accredited doctorate or be ABD with degree conferred by start date; licensure eligibility as OH LPC/LPCC is required or anticipated.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision from a CACREP-accredited program (ABD considered, doctorate must be conferred before start).
• Experience teaching counseling graduate students in instruction, clinical supervision, and scholarly activities.
• Licensed or license eligible as a Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Ohio.

Responsibilities

• Teach clinical and/or didactic graduate counseling courses.
• Advise students and engage in scholarly activity in the profession.
• Provide program/college/university/community service and accreditation engagement as needed.

Skills

Teaching / instruction

Clinical supervision

Scholarly activities

Licensure eligibility (OH LPC/LPCC)

Education

CACREP-accredited doctoral program

Doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision

Job description

UA School of Counseling

The UA School of Counseling houses Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) accredited degrees in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling, and Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education (COAMFTE) accredited degree in Marriage & Family Therapy.

Mission

• Display a respect for human dignity.
• Exhibit a commitment to fulfillment of their individual potential.
• Show an understanding of educational and counseling processes with knowledge in their specific field of endeavor.
• Apply ethical and competent behavior in the use of counseling skills.
• Acquire and use knowledge of the roles and functions of others working in related fields.
• Possess and display maturity in self-development.
• Understand issues and trends of a multicultural and diverse society.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• (1) Earned doctorate degree in Counselor Education and Supervision from a CACREP-accredited program. ABD will be considered but a doctorate degree must be conferred prior to the position start date (including follow-up confirmation from the dissertation chairperson stating that the dissertation defense has been scheduled may be required);
• (2) Experience working with counseling graduate students in instruction, clinical supervision, and/or scholarly activities;
• (3) Licensed or license eligible as a Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the State of Ohio.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Involvement in or affiliation with professional counseling organizations (e.g., ACA, ACES, state-level associations and/or subdivisions);
• Successful use of technology in in-person, hybrid, and online instruction and/or clinical supervision;
• A successful record of scholarly activities (publications, presentations, and/or grant writing)

RESPONSIBILITIES

This position requirements include teaching clinical and/or didactic graduate counseling courses, advise students, engaging in scholarly activities in the profession, and providing program/school/college/university/community-level and professional service including accreditation engagement and administrative functions as needed in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Master’s Program, as well as the School of Counseling.

Subject to Collective Bargaining Agreement Requirements.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Review of applicants will begin November 14, 2026.

FLSA Status

United States of America (Exempt)

Union Affiliation (if Applicable)

American Association of University Professors

State of Residence Statement

It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.

Background Check Statement

The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.