Mental Health Counseling Theories — Adjunct (Spring 2027)

Lesley; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 9,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Lesley University in Cambridge, MA invites applications for an adjunct faculty member to teach GEXTH 6416: Theories of Mental Health Counseling for Spring Semester 2027. The class is held in person on campus, with a single section on Wednesdays from 12:55 pm to 3:25 pm, focusing on major theories and their application to clinical practice.

The successful candidate will bring current knowledge of counseling theories, graduate teaching experience, and a commitment to inclusive, student-centered

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required; PhD preferred.
• Professional/clinical/teaching experience in Expressive Therapies.
• Knowledge of counseling theories and their clinical application.
• Graduate-level teaching experience; experience teaching adult or nontraditional learners.
• Commitment to student-centered, inclusive and equitable teaching.
• Ability to support diverse learners and learning needs.
• Experience using LMS and instructional technology to support learning.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach GEXTH 6416 - Theories of Mental Health Counseling, Spring Semester 2027, in-person on-campus.
• Lead the section each week: Wednesdays, 12:55 pm – 3:25 pm.
• Facilitate critical examination of major counseling theories and their clinical application.
• Support students in defining their theoretical orientation and engaging diverse learners.

Skills

Graduate teaching experience

Adult learners

Strong communication

Inclusive teaching practices

Diversity & inclusion

Instructional technology

Education

Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling or related field

PhD or terminal degree (preferred)

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Instructional technology

Job description

Lesley University in Cambridge, MA invites applications for an adjunct faculty member to teach GEXTH 6416: Theories of Mental Health Counseling for Spring Semester 2027. The class is held in person on campus, with a single section on Wednesdays from 12:55 pm to 3:25 pm, focusing on major theories and their application to clinical practice.

The successful candidate will bring current knowledge of counseling theories, graduate teaching experience, and a commitment to inclusive, student-centered