[Hiring] Counselor Education & Supervision Adjunct Faculty @Nelson University

Role Description Nelson University seeks a highly qualified adjunct faculty member with a PhD in Counselor Education & Supervision from a CACREP-accredited program to begin teaching in Fall 2027. This position is within the Department of Behavioral Sciences and Community Services.

• Teach assigned counseling and counselor education courses beginning Fall 2027.
• Deliver instruction aligned with CACREP standards where applicable.
• Integrate Christian faith and professional counseling identity in course engagement.
• Facilitate applied learning, case analysis, and professional skill development.
• Provide timely, substantive feedback to students.
• Submit required course documentation and assessment materials.

Qualifications

• Earned doctoral degree in Counselor Education & Supervision
• Graduate of a CACREP-accredited program
• Preferred: State licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor
• Minimum 3 years teaching experience in a college or university setting
• Documented professional counseling/clinical experience
• Experience teaching in an online format preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to engage students from diverse backgrounds
• Commitment to collaboration and program development

Faith Commitment

• Personal faith consistent with Nelson University’s evangelical Christian mission
• Active participation in a local church community; Assemblies of God affiliation preferred

Application Process

• Complete the fields to the right of this screen under “Apply here”. These fields contain intake information.
• After clicking submit application, you will be taken to the Nelson Employment Application where you will be asked to list references and previous employment positions.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Your resume may be included when submitting the application to the Human Resources Office.
• Copies of transcripts from all higher education institutions attended.
• A 3 to 5-page graduate-level writing sample.
• A written philosophy of Christian higher education.
• Two letters of reference, including one pastoral reference, if available.
• Completion of the Faculty Application Survey on Faith and Mission Alignment.

Employment Classification This position is classified as exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Contact Dr. John Savell Chair, Behavioral Sciences and Community Services [email protected] 972-825-4666 Apply tot his job Apply To this Job