COUNSELOR (GENERAL/ STUDENT ATHLETICS)

San Jose-Evergreen Community College District; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

Paid sick leave

Job summary

San Jose/Evergreen Community College District seeks a Counselor (General/Student Athletics) at San Jose City College. The role is full-time, 11-month, non-tenured, with responsibilities across counseling duties and student-athlete eligibility.

Responsibilities include meeting record-keeping, professional development, and collaboration with athletics staff. Requires a Master’s in counseling or equivalent with MFT license option; bilingual ability preferred.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counseling or related field as listed in the education section.
• Equivalent qualification allows Bachelor's with MFT license as alternative per title 5, section 53410.1.
• Bilingual ability in English and Spanish or Vietnamese is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in assigned discipline by communicating subject matter clearly and effectively.
• Adapt methodologies for students with special needs and different learning styles.
• Participate in faculty responsibilities such as course and curriculum development and review, student learning outcomes assessment, and program review.

Skills

Bilingual ability (English/Spanish or;

Education

Master's degree in Counseling, Rehabilitation Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Guidance Counseling, Educational Counseling, Social Work, Career Development, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Marriage, Family and Child Counseling

Equivalent: Bachelor's in one of the listed degrees and MFT license

Job description

COUNSELOR (GENERAL/ STUDENT ATHLETICS)

San Jose/Evergreen Community College District

Close/First Review Date: 10/18/2026

Work Location: San Jose City College

Position Description

This faculty position is a full-time, 100% FTETemporary, One Year, Non-tenured (11 Months, August – June) asCounselor (General/Student Athletics) in the Division of Counselingand Matriculation located at San Jose City College.

Assignment may include day and evening responsibilities. Someworkdays may be assigned outside the eleven-month academiccalendar.

This position is represented by the San Jose/Evergreen Federationof Teachers, AFT 6157.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Teach courses in assigned discipline by communicating subjectmatter clearly and effectively.


2. Adapt methodologies for students with special needs anddifferent learning styles.


3. Demonstrate commitment to professional development, includingbut not limited to activities such as: participation inprofessional conferences, workshops, seminars, membership inprofessional organizations, research projects, publishing academicwork, participation in statewide committees or organizations,etc.


4. Demonstrate sensitivity in working with students and staff ofdiverse racial, ethnic, academic and socioeconomic backgrounds,sexual orientation, and disabilities by showing respect fordifferences and the dignity of others.


5. Participate in faculty responsibilities such as: course andcurriculum development and review, student learning outcomes andassessment, program review, committees, research and specialprojects as needed in the discipline/department or district.


6. Attend and participate in department, division and collegemeetings and keep posted office hours.


7. Meet record keeping obligations on time, e.g. grades, census,reports, rosters, textbook orders, and requisitions.


8. Maintain and provide current course syllabi as required byCalifornia Education Code and Board policy.


9. Foster a professional work and learning environment.


10. Attend and participate in meetings as needed with studentathletics personnel.


11. Stay current on requirements for maintaining eligibility forathletic competition, and serve as an expert on this subject for other counselingfaculty.


12. Perform other duties as required by the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Required Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Master's degree in Counseling, Rehabilitation Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Guidance Counseling, Educational Counseling, Social Work, Career Development, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Marriage, Family and Child Counseling


• OR


• *The Equivalent (Note: A Bachelor's degree in one of the above listed degrees and a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) is an alternative qualification for this discipline, pursuant to title 5, section 53410.1.)

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated skill, knowledge, and ability to support student athletes to achieve student success including transfer and maintaining athletic eligibility to compete in their sport through meeting academic success standards.


• Knowledge of academic standards required to maintain academic eligibility to compete in community college level athletics and successfully transfer into a university level athletic program.


• Bilingual ability – English and Spanish or Vietnamese.

District's Diversity Requirements

• Demonstrated sensitivity, knowledge and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender identity, sexual orientation, cultural, disability, and ethnic background of groups historically underrepresented, and groups who may have experienced discrimination.


• Success integrating diversity as appropriate into the major duties outlined in the job description and in the duties listed in the District's hiring policy; or demonstrated equivalent transferable skills to do so.

Salary Range: $110,451 to $151,619 Entry Level Annual Salary (Academic SalarySchedule 2026- 2027); Maximum Salary Potential $196,722. Note:Actual Salary placement is based on candidate's verified educationand experience.

Benefits: Excellent fringe benefit package includes a pension, medical,dental, vision, EAP (employee assistance plan) and life insurancefor employee and eligible dependents, and income protection.Voluntary plans include supplemental life insurance, FlexibleSpending Accounts, 403b and 457 Deferred Compensation Accounts.Faculty also receive paid sick leave.

About San Jose/Evergreen Community College District The District is represented by dedicated and talented employees whoare passionate about providing our student population with the besteducational experience possible. The District recognizes thatcultural diversity in the academic environment promotes academicexcellence; fosters cultural, racial and human understanding;provides positive roles models for all students, and creates aninclusive and supportive educational and work environment for itsemployees, students, and the community it serves.

As of fall 2017, with enrollment of approximately 18,500 persemester, and an extremely diverse student population(Hispanic/Latino 44%, Black/African-American 4%, Asian/PacificIslander 32%, American Indian/Native American 0.5%, White/Caucasian11%) attaining educational goals reflecting 45% – AA Degree andTransfer to a 4-Year College/ University, the District's emphasison student success makes it a recognized educational leader in theState.

The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants to serve ascolleagues to an existing diverse group of managers, supervisorsand confidential staff consisting of 29 % Hispanic/Latino, 13%Asian/Pacific Islander, 7% Black/African American, 23%White/Caucasian, and as well as encouraging applications from allqualified, outstanding applicants.