Assistant Teaching Professor - Psychology (Counseling Psychology)

Full‑time, non‑tenure‑track (9‑month) appointment, renewable annually. Remote position based in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania. Start date: August 2027. Applicants must reside in MD, ME, NJ, NC, PA, or VA and be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Teach four graduate‑level courses each fall and spring semester, using a combination of synchronous online, in‑person, and asynchronous instruction.
• Offer evening course sections.
• Teach foundational and advanced courses such as Social and Cultural Foundations of Practice, Group Therapy, Psychopathology, Lifespan Development, and Trauma‑Informed Practices.
• Advise graduate students.
• Contribute to departmental and institutional service.
• Support program admissions and accreditation activities.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and maintain membership in professional organizations.

Requirements

• Graduate degree (Master’s or Doctoral) in Counseling Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Counselor Education, or a closely related discipline.
• Licensed or license‑eligible as an LPC or Licensed Psychologist in Pennsylvania (preferred).
• Candidates expected to complete their degree by August 2027 will be considered.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship).

About the Program

The Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology (MCP) program prepares highly skilled mental‑health practitioners who integrate evidence‑based practices and multicultural competencies.

About the College

Elizabethtown College is a private, residential liberal‑arts institution with approximately 2,000 students and a 13:1 student‑to‑faculty ratio. It is located in south‑central Pennsylvania, a short drive from Lancaster, Hershey, and Harrisburg.

Contact

Mike Shook, Director of Clinical Training – shookm@etown.edu