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Oakland University

Special Instructor - Counseling

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 2 days ago

Location: Rochester, MI (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 day ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/20/2026

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What they do

A Psychology Professor teaches foundational psychological ideas, truths, and methods to students through a combination of classroom instruction, field experience, and assignments at colleges, trade schools or other institutes. May assist or lead in the creation of the curriculum to be taught. In addition to instruction, they may assist or lead in research initiatives relating to their field. In some cases, psychology professors will perform therapeutic services.

$81,723 / year median in Michigan

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Description Summary:

The Department of Counseling at Oakland University, Rochester, Michigan is seeking applicants for a Special Instructor Faculty Position (Clinical Mental Health or School Counseling). The position is a full-time appointment with the possibility of summer teaching starting January 1, 2026. Special Instructor positions emphasize teaching and service activities. We will begin reviewing applications on October 1, 2025 and continue reviewing applications until the position is filled. The primary responsibilities of the position include: Teach courses (4/4) at the masters and doctoral-levels:

Teach across the CACREP curriculum including core and clinical courses
Advise students
Engage with curriculum planning and development

Service:

Engage in service assignments at the Department, School, and University level
Engage in program accreditation
Engage in professional leadership within the counseling profession

Minimum Qualifications:

Doctorate in Counselor Education/Counseling ( CACREP or CACREP equivalent); eligibility for a Michigan license as a professional counselor and/or school counselor; teaching experience. Demonstration of strong teaching and clinical experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong teaching record in core counseling courses. Strong communication skills. Special Instructions to

Applicants:

: Review of applications will begin on October 1, 2025, until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a cover letter/letter of intent, a statement of teaching, a curriculum vitae (CV), transcripts (unofficial), and contact information for three references. The teaching statement should include a description of teaching experiences with a list of graduate courses taught in a CACREP CACREP-accredited program at the MA (School and Mental Health) and/or doctoral levels.