Job location: San Antonio TAMUSA

Employment Type: Full-time
Posted data: 2020-10-21
Req: R-033279
Job Title

Assistant Professor in Counseling

Agency

Texas A&M University - San Antonio

Department

Department Of Counseling, Health & Kinesiology

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

San Antonio, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

Texas A&M University- San Antonio invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor of Counseling faculty position in the Department of Counseling, Health, and Kinesiology to begin Fall 2021. Applicants must be certified in School Counseling and have documented experience as a Professional School Counselor in a public-school setting.

The successful candidate will teach graduate classes in the Counseling Program and will assist in the development/teaching of School Counseling; maintain an active research agenda; supervise master's level students; assist with CACREP accreditation process; fulfill service responsibilities to the Department and the University; and contribute to advancing the counseling profession. Responsibilities also include working collaboratively with other colleagues in the Department, the College of Education and Human Development, and the University; as well as with community partners. Faculty members will also be expected to supervise practicum students.

Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Earned doctorate in counselor education, with an emphasis in professional school counseling from a CACREP accredited program

• 18 graduate hours specifically related to School Counseling

• Professional School Counselor Certification

• Documented experience as a Professional School Counselor in a public-school setting

• Commitment to the professional field of School Counseling and Counselor Education, demonstrated by membership in state, regional, and/or national counseling organizations

• Evidence of scholarly potential/productivity

• Experience working with culturally diverse populations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of Texas Model for Comprehensive School Counseling Programs and ASCA National Model

• Experience with CACREP accreditation process

• Teaching experience in higher education including advising and supervising graduate students

• A minimum of five years of experience as a Professional School Counselor in a public-school setting

• Professional School Counselor (PSC) and National Certified School Counselor (NCSC)

Texas A&M University–San Antonio: A&M-SA is a comprehensive university with over 6,600 students (Fall 2019) enrolled in undergraduate programs and graduate programs. The successful candidate will join this rapidly growing Hispanic-Serving Institution.

Part of the statewide Texas A&M University System, A&M-SA is located on 694 acres in south San Antonio and serves a diverse student body. Self-reported demographic data indicate 41% of students are the first generation in their family to attend college, 73% are Hispanic, and 63% are women. The faculty and staff are working to implement data driven and high impact practices in teaching and learning that lead to student persistence and college completion. It seeks faculty who are committed to this vision, are willing to innovate and experiment, and create a national model for student success.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

For External Applicants: Applications are accepted only through the online job portal at: https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/TAMUSA_External

Applicants must complete online:

(1) the application/Faculty Form, and upload (2) the letter of interest, (3) curriculum vita, and (4) unofficial copies of transcripts.

If assistance is required, please contact an HR representative at 210-784-2058.

Make sure that all the required documents are uploaded prior to submitting the application. If you have issues with adding documents with your application, please contact HR at (210) 784-2058.

Once your application is submitted, no changes or revisions can be made.

Summary of Employee Benefits

http://www.tamusa.edu/documents/hr/summary-of-employee-benefits-2019.pdf

In compliance with ADA, if accommodations are needed for the application process, please contact HR at (210) 784-2058.

The priority date for applications is December 1, 2020. The position is open until filled.

Finalists must request at least three current letters of recommendation to be sent directly by the author to the Search Committee Chair, via USPS or email delivery. If selected, finalists must pass a pre-employment background investigation to be hired.

Official transcripts must be on file with the Office of the Provost, and sent directly from each degree-granting institution to Texas A&M University-San Antonio at the address listed below. We cannot accept transcripts issued directly to the candidate. If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator.

Texas A&M University-San Antonio

Department of Counseling, Health, and Kinesiology

ATTN: Michael Moyer

One University Way

Classroom Hall Bldg. Suite 214

San Antonio, Texas 78224

Please direct any questions to Dr. Michael Moyer at michael.moyer@tamusa.edu

The university is committed to inclusive excellence and invites applications from all qualified applicants. A&M-SA is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.