Part-Time Faculty - COU 672 - Counseling Children and Adolescents (Spring 2027)

Job Description The School of Education is looking for Part-time faculty for COU 672 Counseling Children and Adolescents (3 credits). Focuses on specialized knowledge, skills and awareness necessary for counseling children and adolescents within individual, group and family counseling modalities, in schools, private practice, and agency settings. Addresses developing a therapeutic relationship including children and adolescents in “at risk” situations and the importance of consultation and collaboration within the counseling process. Qualifications Ph.D. in Counseling/Counselor Education or in a related discipline. This position requires teaching in person on the Syracuse University campus in Syracuse, New York. Please confirm that you are available and able to teach in person on campus if selected for this position. Job Specific Qualifications Background/knowledge with counseling children and adolescentsPrevious graduate-level teaching experience in CACREP-Accredited program is preferred. Responsibilities Developing and/or updating a class syllabus in alignment with university expectations and CACREP KPI requirements.Ordering the appropriate books and materials in advance of the class start date.Preparing lectures, class activities, projects, or other student assignments.Meeting all designated class periods.Presenting instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course.Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours.Grading student assignments and exams in a timely manner.Collecting and submitting student assessment data for university and CACREP accreditation purposes in a timely manner.Submitting completed mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations.Providing an updated CV annually or upon request of the department or school.Participating in unit PTI meetings or workshops, as needed.Building a positive rapport with students and other faculty. 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