Counseling Education: Assistant Professor of Practice

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley seeks an Assistant Professor of Practice in the Department of Counseling for the 2027-2028 academic year, starting in Laredo. The position focuses on teaching Master of Education courses in Clinical Mental Health Counseling or School Counseling, with possible practicum supervision and service duties.

The ideal candidate will hold a doctoral degree in counselor education (CACREP-accredited preferred), have licensure eligibility, and demonstrate ongoing

Qualifications

• Earned doctoral degree in counselor education; ABD considered if degree conferred before start date.
• Relevant professional counseling credentials or eligibility for licensure as LPC.
• Evidence of sustained professional engagement and service in counseling.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction to Master of Education students in Clinical Mental Health or School Counseling.
• Possibly supervise practicum or internship students; participate in program activities and admissions.
• Contribute to service to department, college, and university; scholarly activity not required.

Skills

Professional counseling organizations

Licensed Professional Counselor candid

Bilingual (Spanish-English)

Graduate-level teaching experience

Clinical supervision experience

Education

Doctoral degree in Counselor Education

CACREP-accredited program

Job description

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley seeks an Assistant Professor of Practice in the Department of Counseling for the 2027-2028 academic year, starting in Laredo. The position focuses on teaching Master of Education courses in Clinical Mental Health Counseling or School Counseling, with possible practicum supervision and service duties.

The ideal candidate will hold a doctoral degree in counselor education (CACREP-accredited preferred), have licensure eligibility, and demonstrate ongoing