Instructor of Counseling Psychology (Part-Time) at Avila University – Kansas City, Missouri

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Please upload the following documents as a single PDF in the “Cover Letter” section of the application portal: a cover letter that addresses your teaching and clinical experiences and interests, unofficial graduate transcripts, and any additional relevant supplemental materials (e.g., student evaluations of your teaching). Upload your CV separately in the “Resume” section. Please provide at least two professional references where requested in the application portal.

POSITION SUMMARY
The Avila University School of Psychology in the College of Arts and Sciences, guided by the mission of excellence in teaching and learning, and dedicated to the service to the Dear Neighbor, is actively seeking a part-time instructor in Counseling Psychology. The successful candidate would be prepared to teach courses at the Master’s level in the Counseling Psychology Program. We welcome candidates with expertise in engaging students from diverse backgrounds, particularly first-generation students.

The part-time instructor is expected to hold this role at Avila University as their primary employment, working approximately 25 hours per week in this position during the academic contract from mid-August through the end of May.

Responsibilities:
• Teach an equivalent of 18 credit hours over the academic year (may include summer if desired) in our Masters of Science in Counseling Psychology (MSCP) Program. Courses to be assigned based on expertise and program needs.
• Serve as faculty mentor to MSCP students.
• Participate in course, curriculum, and program development, and student training.
• Attend university, department, and program meetings and events.
• Create an environment in the classroom that facilitates effective student learning.
• Champion diversity, build an inclusive culture and learning experience, and maintain an equitable learning environment.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
• Earned master’s degree in Counseling Psychology, Counselor Education, or closely related area required.
• Doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology, Counselor Education, or closely related area preferred.
• Must hold an active license (e.g., Licensed Psychologist or Licensed Professional Counselor) or be license eligible in Kansas or Missouri.
• Ongoing engagement in clinical practice required.
• Experience teaching undergraduate or graduate students required.
• Experience supervising clinical activities of students or clinicians required.
• Experience advising and mentoring undergraduate or graduate students preferred.
• Ability to work effectively with others in a wide variety of settings.
• Multilingual skills highly preferred.
• Successful candidates should showcase their work and experience in contributing to a climate that supports a diverse student body, serves first-generation college students, multilingual learners, and contributions to equity and social justice through their work.

Successful candidates should be committed to contributing to a climate that supports a diverse student body, serves first-generation college students, multilingual learners, and contributions to equity and social justice through their work.

Benefits:
This is a Part-Time position, eligible for the usual and customary benefits. Avila University’s comprehensive benefit package includes a generous holiday schedule, tuition remission for employee and dependents, vacation and sick leave, retirement benefits and health insurance.

The Community:
Kansas City, a two-state metropolitan area with a population of nearly two million, offers a wide variety of cultural, educational and social life opportunities. Avila University, a Catholic university founded and inspired by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, provides undergraduate and graduate education in the liberal arts and professional studies, preparing lifelong learners who make meaningful contributions to the global community.

Additional Employment Information:
Avila University is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of, sex, race, religion, age, color, sexual orientation, disability, national or ethnic origin, marital status, veteran's status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

You must be at least 18 years of age to be employed by Avila University.

All new employees will be required to complete an "Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9)” and produce requested documentation after employment.

In compliance with the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, the university's annual security and crime statistics report is available at https://www.avila.edu/campus-resources/campus-safety. A copy of this report is available upon request from the Campus Safety Office in the Whitfield building any weekday between 8am and 5pm.

Avila University requires the successful completion of a background check as a condition of employment.