POSITION: Full-Time
DATE POSTED: 2024-09-10 18:49:51

West Virginia Wesleyan College is seeking interested and qualified candidates to apply for a full-time faculty position at the level of Assistant Professor for the Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. The hybrid program consists of online courses with one residency in Buckhannon, WV per year, and one virtual residency. Candidates should have an earned doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision, preferably from a CACREP-accredited program, or have a related doctoral degree and have been employed as a full-time faculty member in a counselor education program for a minimum of one full academic year before July 1, 2013.

 

Experience with the CACREP accreditation process and/or mid-cycle review is preferred.  Appointment to tenure track will be considered if the qualifications of the successful applicant and the needs of the institution align. The salary for this 12-month position is commensurate with professional and academic experience. Professional development funds will also be provided. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2025.

Responsibilities include:

  • Teaching 9-10 courses a year in Fall, Spring and Summer terms
  • Advising and mentoring of Masters Counseling students (may include reduction in teaching load)
  • Participating in professional development activities including scholarship, research, and community service
  • Assisting with the admissions process in interviewing, evaluating, and selecting qualified applicants
  • Participating in ongoing assessment of the curriculum and student learning

Founded in 1890, West Virginia Wesleyan is a private residential liberal arts college located in the foothills of the Appalachians in Buckhannon, WV, named one of the “100 Best Small Towns in America.” The College is related to the United Methodist Church, with a curriculum committed to intellectual rigor, self-discovery, human dignity, mutual support, social justice, self-discipline, mental and physical wellness, the appreciation of diversity and the natural world, and the judicious use of resources. The College has over 40 undergraduate academic majors, six graduate programs, 22 NCAA Division II sports, comprehensive student life, community engagement, and outdoor recreational programs.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, e-mail a single PDF containing a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts (can be unofficial), teaching and supervision statement to include social justice work to date, and contact information for three references.

Application materials should be sent to Dr. Lynn M. Linder, Provost at academicaffairs@wvwc.edu. Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background check.

Questions about the position should be directed to Dr. Jen Randall Reyes, Director of the School of Counseling & Psychology at randall.j@wvwc.edu.