Part-Time Instructor, Counseling and Student Development

Mott Community College; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Mott Community College in Flint, MI seeks Counseling and Student Development instructors to facilitate coursework that strengthens personal development, self-awareness, academic persistence, and life skills. Courses guide students in goal setting, learning styles, values, and actionable strategies for success in academic and personal life.

Instructors model inclusive, student-centered teaching; emphasize self-management, decision-making, communication, and emotional intelligence; engage students

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling from an accredited university.
• Licensed as LLPC or LPC by the State of Michigan at hire.
• Two years’ experience using Blackboard and/or Canvas.

Responsibilities

• Identify personal strengths and barriers to success.
• Build effective study habits and critical thinking skills.
• Understand importance of mental wellness, inclusion and resource utilization.

Skills

Teaching experience

Student development

Instructional learning platforms

Education

Master’s degree in Counseling

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or LLPC

Tools

Blackboard

Canvas

Job description

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Position Summary Information

Position Summary

Purpose, Scope & Dimension of Job: Faculty facilitate student learning and initiate and participate in efforts to consistently improve the level of student success. As learning facilitators, faculty consistently assess learning outcomes and their own teaching effectiveness (pedagogy). As professionals, faculty adhere to the ethical standards of their profession as outlined, for example, by the NEA and the State of Michigan. Where applicable, faculty maintain licensure and certifications. In addition, faculty have the following key responsibilities which are described more fully below in the Essential Duties/Major Accountabilities section:

• Professional development


• Collegial Responsibilities


• Actively participate in efforts focused on the College’s operational success.


• Communication


• Safety

Specific Teaching Assignment

Counseling and Student Development (CASD) Instructors support student achievement by facilitating coursework that strengthens personal development, self-awareness, academic persistence, and life skills. These courses are designed to guide students in setting meaningful goals, understanding their own learning styles and values, and developing actionable strategies for success in both academic and non-academic areas of life.

Instruction emphasizes skill-building in self-management, decision-making, communication, time management, and educational planning. Students will also engage in reflective practices that promote emotional intelligence, equity-minded thinking, and personal responsibility.

The Instructor Will Help Students

• Identify personal strengths and barriers to success


• Build effective study habits and critical thinking skills


• Understand the importance of mental wellness, inclusion, and resource utilization

CASD courses are foundational to MCC’s Guided Pathways and student retention efforts. Instructors will model inclusive, student-centered teaching practices and foster a supportive classroom environment that encourages engagement and resilience.

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree in Counseling from an accredited University


• Must be licensed as a Limited License Professional Counselor (LLPC) or a Licensed Professional


• Counselor (LPC) in the State of Michigan at the time of hire as a probationary Faculty member.


• Must possess or be eligible as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) by the State of Michigan upon completion of the required Mott Community College Faculty probationary process as outlined in the Faculty Master Contract.


• Must be able to work day and evening hours.


• Two years' experience utilizing instructional learning platforms including Blackboard and/or Canvas


• Understanding of and commitment to community college teaching, mission and philosophy.


• Innovative, flexible, and positive teaching style and understanding the needs of students from diverse backgrounds.


• Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.


• Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.


• Technology Skills: Ability to integrate computer applications into teaching.


• Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and college objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned. Ability to establish and maintain collegial relationships with students, peers, staff, and administrators; skill in oral and written communication.


• A foreign degree must be certified, at the candidate's expense, by a professional evaluation service.

Additional Desirable Qualifications

• Two years teaching at a Community College.


• Experience utilizing technology to enhance teaching (i.e., online/digital resources & course management software).

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• The employee must be able to move about 2/3 of the time and be stationary about 1/3 of the time. S/he is required to mobile around campus for participant involvement/activities.


• S/he must be able to converse with individuals on a regular basis with the ability to read, analyze, and interpret their needs via phone conversations, face-to-face conversations, or written documentation.


• The employee must be able to utilize all programs on a computer independently and efficiently (particularly the internet, Word, and the student database).


• S/he must be able to present information in an instructional setting and respond to questions from groups.


• Must be able to tolerate frequent exposure to a wide variety of chemicals which are common to the industry. Must be able to handle and mix chemicals properly and safely; and wear appropriate gloves and other personal protective equipment.

Work Schedule

The person hired for this position would need to be able to teach in-person.

While part-time faculty are not required to hold regular office hours during the semesters they teach, they are required to make provisions for student consultations as may be necessary and reasonable.

Additional Information

Must be available to teach onsite; opportunities do not exist to teach online courses only.

This is a position we anticipate filling for future semesters. Specific part-time teaching needs for future semesters may not be known until the end of class registration.

If selected for an interview, candidates may need to provide a professional portfolio. Specific instructions will be shared prior to the interview.

Visa sponsorship is not available.

Additional Application Deadline Information

The College reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified.

Application Deadline Continuously accepting applications Equal Opportunity Summary

As an equal opportunity institution, the College encourages diversity and provides equal opportunity in education, employment, all of its programs, and the use of its facilities. The College does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran’s status, age, disability unrelated to an individual’s ability to perform adequately, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Title IX Coordinator Contact Information: 1401 E. Court St., Prahl College Center (PCC- 2030G), Flint, MI 48503, [phone]. Title II, ADA, Coordinator Contact Information: 1401 E. Court St., Curtice-Mott Complex (CM-1024), Flint, MI 48503, [phone]. Section 504 Coordinator Contact Information: 1401 E. Court St., Prahl College Center (PCC- 1130), Flint, MI 48503, [phone].

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