Missouri Valley University invites applications from qualified mental health professionals and counselor educators to serve as adjunct instructors in the Master of Arts in Community Counseling (MACC) graduate program.
We seek dedicated professionals who are passionate about preparing the next generation of professional counselors through rigorous academic instruction, meaningful clinical application, and personalized student engagement.
Successful candidates will demonstrate collegiality, professionalism, expertise in their disciplines, and a strong commitment to teaching excellence, ethical counseling practice, and the mission of Missouri Valley University: Personalized education for life skills and career success.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities
- Teach assigned graduate counseling courses in accordance with approved curricula, course schedules, and contractual expectations.
- Provide engaging, academically rigorous instruction that integrates counseling theory, research, ethical practice, and practical clinical applications.
- Prepare and distribute comprehensive course syllabi consistent with institutional and program guidelines.
- Support student achievement through personalized instruction, professional mentoring, constructive feedback, and intellectual inquiry.
- Assess student learning outcomes and contribute to ongoing program assessment and continuous improvement.
- Incorporate current counseling research, evidence-based practices, and applicable professional and ethical standards into instruction.
- Maintain a positive, respectful, inclusive, and professionally appropriate learning environment.
- Respond to student communications, assignments, and academic concerns in a timely manner.
- Collaborate with MACC program leadership and faculty to maintain curricular consistency and support program objectives.
- Maintain accurate academic records and complete required administrative responsibilities by established deadlines.
- Comply with university policies, professional ethical standards, and applicable accreditation expectations.
- For clinical courses, provide appropriate supervision, evaluation, and professional development support consistent with program requirements.
These responsibilities are representative but not all-inclusive of the duties associated with the position.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Earned master’s degree or higher in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Counselor Education, Counseling Psychology, Clinical Psychology, or a closely related discipline from an appropriately accredited institution.
- Demonstrated graduate-level academic preparation and/or professional expertise directly related to the assigned course.
- Knowledge of professional counseling ethics, clinical practices, and contemporary mental health issues.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and instructional skills.
- Ability to effectively engage graduate students in an academically rigorous and supportive learning environment.
- Ability to use a learning management system, such as Canvas, and appropriate instructional technology.
- For clinical supervision assignments, documented qualifications consistent with applicable professional standards, program policies, and professional supervision requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- Earned doctorate (Ph.D., Ed.D., Psy.D., or other appropriate terminal degree) in Counselor Education and Supervision, Clinical Psychology, Counseling Psychology, or a closely related discipline.
- Current professional licensure or relevant clinical credential, such as Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Psychologist, or other applicable professional credential.
- Previous graduate-level teaching experience.
- Experience providing clinical counseling services, supervision, or counselor training.
- Familiarity with professional standards and graduate counselor preparation.
- Demonstrated experience teaching in online or synchronous learning environments.
Missouri Valley University may consider a combination of academic preparation, professional licensure, specialized training, clinical experience, and teaching experience when evaluating candidates, consistent with institutional faculty qualification policies and applicable accreditation standards.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to foster meaningful student engagement and promote academic and professional excellence.
- Commitment to ethical counseling practice and the development of competent, reflective counseling professionals.
- Ability to integrate theory with practical clinical applications.
- Strong critical-thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, university leadership, and community partners.
- Ability to work independently while maintaining consistent communication with program leadership.
- Working knowledge of Google Workspace preferred.
- Proficiency with Canvas or a comparable learning management system required.
- Ability to successfully complete the MVU Online Masterclass, when applicable.
- Commitment to the university’s mission and student-centered educational philosophy.
Physical Demands
- Ability to teach and facilitate courses as scheduled.
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods, as appropriate to instructional responsibilities.
- Regular attendance and reliable participation in scheduled instructional activities are essential.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Work Environment
- Remote or home office setting for online instructors.
- General classroom and office settings for on-campus instructors.
- Synchronous evening instruction may be required depending on course assignments.
Required Technology (Online Instructors Only)
- Desktop or laptop computer with a working webcam and microphone.
- Reliable high-speed internet access.
- Google Chrome browser.
- Ability to use Canvas and university-approved instructional technologies.
Application Instructions
To apply, email the following to hr@moval.edu:
- A cover letter identifying the course(s) you are qualified and interested in teaching
- Current curriculum vitae or resume
- Unofficial graduate transcripts
- Documentation of applicable professional licensure or certifications
- Contact information for three professional references
References will not be contacted without prior knowledge and approval of candidates.
Additional Information
As a pre-condition of employment, applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Employment at MVU is contingent upon satisfactory reference and background checks. Compensation varies by course based on student enrollment and program type. Teaching assignments are subject to institutional needs, course availability, enrollment, and verification of faculty qualifications.