Rehabilitation Counseling Masters Program - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool

Western Washington U; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 1,603,526 - 2,003,030; Part time

Job summary

A reputable public university in Bellingham is seeking a qualified part-time Instructor for its MA in Rehabilitation Counseling program. Candidates must have a Doctoral degree in a related field and relevant teaching experience. The position involves teaching courses primarily in the late afternoon and evening hours, and the university values diversity and inclusiveness in its faculty. Competitive pay is offered based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or related field is required.
• Relevant experience in Rehabilitation Counseling field is needed.
• Experience working with diverse populations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach for the MA in Rehabilitation Counseling program on a temporary part-time basis.
• Courses are offered primarily in the late afternoon and/or evening hours.

Skills

Relevant experience in Rehabilitation Counseling

Experience working with diverse populations

Previous successful teaching experience

Basic competency with word processing and communication tools

Education

Doctoral degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or related field

Job description

Rehabilitation Counseling Masters Program - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool

Position Title: Rehabilitation Counseling Masters Program - Non-Tenure Track Faculty Vacancy Pool

About the University

Western Washington University, with over 15,000 students in seven colleges and the graduate school, is nationally recognized for its educational programs, students, and faculty. The campus is located in Bellingham, Washington, a coastal community of 90,000 overlooking Bellingham Bay, the San Juan Islands, and the North Cascades Mountain range. Western is recognized nationally as one of the top public master‑granting institutions in the Pacific Northwest for 25 years in a row by U.S. News & World Report. Western supports an inclusive governance structure and a learning and working environment in which everyone can thrive. All employees are expected to establish and maintain productive, inclusive working relationships and to operationalize sustainability concepts in all aspects of their job duties.

About the Department

The MA in Rehabilitation Counseling program is fully CACREP‑accredited and uses a combination of in‑person, hybrid, and asynchronous online courses. Each in‑person course meets once a week at the Everett University Center, while hybrid courses meet in‑person five times per quarter. The Woodring College of Education and the Department of Health and Community Studies support Western’s mission to make a positive impact in the state and the world with a shared focus on academic excellence and inclusive achievement. The department encourages applications from women, people of color, people with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented backgrounds.

About the Position

Woodring College of Education, Department of Health and Community Studies is seeking an exceptionally qualified faculty member at the rank of Instructor to teach for the MA in Rehabilitation Counseling program. Teaching positions are assigned for each quarter (fall, winter, spring, and summer) and are temporary and part‑time, based upon the needs of the program. In‑person courses are primarily offered during the late afternoon and/or evening hours.

Required Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Rehabilitation Counseling or related field from an accredited institution.
• Candidates appointed ABD must complete degree requirements by June 15th of the year of hire to be eligible for reappointment.
• Relevant experience in Rehabilitation Counseling.
• Relevant experience and/or training in course content area(s).
• Previous successful teaching experience.
• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Basic competency with word processing and communication tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching successfully in higher education.
• Experience with instructional technology.
• Experience teaching via distance education (web‑based instruction).

Conditions of Employment

All employees must comply with our immunization policies, including proof of rubeola and measles immunity within 60 days of hire. Please reach out to [e-mail] if you need information regarding medical or religious exemptions and applicable accommodations.

Salary range: $1,164–$1,454 per credit, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Application Requirements

As part of a complete application, you will be required to submit:

• Scanned unofficial academic transcript showing highest degree.
• Names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references (no reference letters).
• Cover letter addressing required and preferred qualifications and specific courses qualified to teach.

Closing Date Notes

Applications are accepted continuously for potential NTT faculty openings; please apply at your earliest convenience. Vacancy pool closes no later than December 31, 2026.

EEO Statement

Western Washington University (WWU) is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with applicable laws, WWU does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, citizenship or immigration status, pregnancy, use of protective leave, genetic status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, creed, religion, veteran or military status, disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law, in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. WWU is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.