Spring 2027 Adjunct Faculty COUN 733- 01/SPSY 712 Systems Consultation

Global Launch; Moraga, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 3,000 - 6,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Mary's College of California in Moraga invites applications for per-course adjunct faculty in the Kalmanovitz School of Education, Department of Counseling to teach COUN 733-01/SPSY 712-01. Courses run Feb 8–May 28, 2027, Wednesdays 4:15–7 pm. Candidates must hold an MS/MA/PhD in School Psychology or be credentialed in California, with at least 3 years of practice; PhD preferred and teaching at graduate level valued. Saint Mary's is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• M.S., M.A., or Ph.D. in School Psychology or CA credential in School Psychology/Counseling.
• CA credential with at least 3 years of practice in schools.
• Ph.D. in School Psychology and graduate-level teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach COUN 733-01/SPSY 712-01 in the Counseling program.
• Support student learning and supervise class activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues to maintain program quality and inclusive excellence.

Skills

Graduate teaching

Counseling in schools

Multicultural competence

Education

MS/MA/PhD in School Psychology

California credential in school psychology/counseling

Job description

Saint Mary's College of California: ADJUNCT FACULTY SAINT MARY'S COLLEGE OF CALIFORNIA: Kalmanovitz School of Education (KSOE): Department of Counseling

Open Date

Sep 20, 2026

Description

Per course adjunct faculty for the Counseling program's course, COUN 733-01/SPSY 712 -01.

February 8-May 28, 2027 Wednesdays, 4:15-7pm

Founded in 1863, Saint Mary's is a residential campus nestled 20 miles east of San Francisco in the picturesque Moraga Valley. Based in the Catholic, Lasallian and Liberal Arts traditions, Saint Mary's currently enrolls more than 4,000 students from diverse backgrounds in undergraduate and graduate programs. The De La Salle Christian Brothers, the largest teaching order of the Roman Catholic Church, guide the spiritual and academic character of the College.

As a comprehensive and independent institution, Saint Mary’s offers undergraduate and graduate programs integrating liberal and professional education. Saint Mary’s reputation for excellence, innovation, and responsiveness in education stems from its vibrant heritage as a Catholic, Lasallian and Liberal Arts institution. An outstanding, committed faculty and staff that value shared inquiry, integrative learning, and student interaction bring these traditions to life in the 21st century. The College is committed to the educational benefits of diversity.

Qualifications

Counseling 733- 01/SPSY 712-01 Systems Consultation (3 units)

This three (3)-unit graduate counseling course serves as an analysis of organizational systems and organizational development consulting skills. There is an emphasis on the individual and team consultation processes. In addition, students will strengthen methods of initiating and maintaining consultative relationships with and among teachers, staff, and parents to prevent school failure and increase the success, of pupils who have physical, social, intellectual, and emotional needs. The course will begin with an overview of consultation and collaboration, including the generic model of consultation and the various stages of the consultative process. Students will examine the school as an organization and the issues and trends that face schools from a psychosocial perspective. As the theoretical and functional foundations are laid, students will begin to develop their understanding of the many roles school counselors and school psychologists take within school-based settings, and how they can serve as catalysts for systems change and social justice through their facilitation of multi-tiered systems of support that promote resilience, ameliorate risk, and create a positive learning environment for all students. Lastly, students will become familiar with models of counselor intervention, collaboration, and consultation with special emphases on Caplan’s mental health and behavioral models and Lambert’s model of consultee-centered mental health consultation in school-based settings.

Required Qualifications: Candidates must have M.S., M.A., or Ph.D. in School Psychology and be a credentialed school psychologist or school counselor in the state of California with a minimum of 3 years experience as a practicing school psychologist or school counselor. Faculty who teach any PPS specialization course will need to have worked in prek-12 school settings in the last three years.

Preferred Qualifications: A Ph.D. in School Psychology is highly desirable. A successful record of teaching experience at the graduate level. Current license in Marriage & Family Therapy, Professional Clinical Counseling, Educational Psychology, or Psychology and/or National Certification in School Psychology from the National Association of School Psychologists. A demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence, multicultural/international competence, social justice, clinical expertise, and familiarity with counseling & psychological theory and practice. At least 5 years of school team management experience that includes the coordination of care for students with mental health, behavioral, or academic needs.

Application Process

This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conductthis search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossieraccount and can send all application materials, includingconfidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

Saint Mary's is an equal employment opportunity employer. We support inclusive excellence and are committed to creating a safe and welcoming community for all.

College policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, gender stereotyping, and gender identity, taking a protected leave (e.g. family medical or pregnancy leave), or on any other basis protected by applicable laws.

Saint Mary's College annually collects information about campus crimes and other reportable incidents in accordance with the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. To view the Saint Mary's College Report, please go to the Public Safety website at http://www.stmarys-ca.edu/public-safety/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report-0 . To request a paper copy please call Public Safety at [phone]. The report includes the type of crime, venue, and number of occurrences.