Lecturer in Counseling

Oakland University; Northern, Rochester (KY, MI); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Oakland University in Rochester Hills, Michigan, seeks part-time lecturers to teach courses in its CACREP-accredited MA and Ph.D. Counseling programs.

Responsibilities include delivering in-person and online courses, and supporting student learning across diverse populations. Preferred candidates hold a doctorate or ABD in Counselor Education/Counseling or closely related field, with at least 3 years of clinical or school counseling experience and graduate teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline, preferably counseling, but psychology and social work may be considered.
• Competence in working with students from diverse populations and backgrounds.
• Willingness to use a web-based learning management system.
• Familiarity with navigating video conferencing platforms (such as Zoom) with the intent to use in some classroom or other interpersonal settings.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in MA and Ph.D. CACREP-accredited programs on a part-time basis.
• Deliver courses in-class and online.
• Position availability varies by semester, depending on departmental needs.

Skills

Diverse student populations

Online teaching

Video conferencing (Zoom)

Education

Master’s degree in counseling or related field

Doctorate or ABD in Counselor Education/Counseling or closely related field

Tools

Zoom

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please attach any relevant certifications and/or licenses.

Position Approval Information

First Section

School/College:

School/College: School of Education & Human Services

Department:

Department: 1770 - Counseling

Position Title:

Position Title: Lecturer in Counseling

Field of Specialty:

Field of Specialty: Counseling

Name of Department Chair:

Name of Department Chair: Jennifer Matthews

Expected Hire Date: 09/01/2026

Position Information

Job Title:

Job Title: Lecturer in Counseling

Job Description Summary:

The Department of Counseling at Oakland University, Rochester, Michigan is seeking applicants for part-time Lecturers to teach courses in their MA and Ph.D. CACREP -accredited programs.
Preferred qualifications include a) a doctorate or ABD in Counselor Education/Counseling or closely related field; b) a minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in school or clinical mental health counseling; c) graduate-level teaching experience; d) the ability to deliver courses in-class and online.
The review of applications is ongoing and continuous. Position availability varies by semester, depending on the needs of the department.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in a relevant discipline, preferably counseling, but psychology and social work may be considered
Competence in working with students from diverse populations and backgrounds
Willingness to use a web-based learning management system
Familiarity with navigating video conferencing platforms (such as Zoom) with the intent to use in some classroom or other interpersonal settings

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please attach any relevant certificates and/or licenses.

Oakland University Standard Language

Oakland University is a nationally recognized doctoral university of high research activity located on 1,443 acres of scenic land in the cities of Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills in Oakland County, Michigan. The University has 142 bachelor’s degree programs and 138 graduate degree and certificate programs. Academics include programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business Administration, School of Education and Human Services, School of Engineering and Computer Science, School of Health Sciences, School of Medicine and School of Nursing.

Open Date:

Open Date: 09/16/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Job Category:

Job Category: Part-time Faculty

EEO Statement:

Oakland University is an Equal Opportunity institution.

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Transcripts (unofficial)

Optional Documents

• Licenses/Certifications

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