Clinical Instructor - Counselor Education - 21810 (UWW INTERNAL ONLY)
ATTENTION:
The Department of Counselor Education in the College of Education and Professional Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks one clinical faculty position in school counseling for a start date of August 2025.
This full-time position includes responsibilities for teaching graduate courses, advising and coordination in the Education in School Counseling Post Master's Certificate program and teaching courses in the Counselor Education master's program.
This is an internal posting for current UW-Whitewater employees. Applicants who currently are not employed by UW-Whitewater in a qualifying category will not be considered. After review of internal applicants, the position may be opened for public application.
JOB DETAILS:
The successful applicants will join a group of committed and vibrant faculty who deliver innovative learning opportunities to a diverse student body. They will teach core courses in the department, through a rigorous academic curriculum that includes experiential and self-reflective learning. The candidate is expected to engage program coordination, including development, marketing and evaluation of a successful post master's certificate leading to licensure in the state of Wisconsin.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ph.D. or EdD or master's degree in counseling
- Background in clinical mental health and/or school counseling
- Eligible for licensure as an LPC and/or School Counselor in the state of Wisconsin
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with program organization and coordination
- Teaching experience that includes online synchronous and asynchronous formats
- Ability to work with Spanish-speaking clients and students.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training drills.
- Ability to interact respectfully with people from diverse socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities include teaching courses in counselor education, courses in the clinical mental health counseling emphasis and/or school counseling emphasis and the post master's certificate in education in school counseling. Providing service to the university, participating in department activities, and advising students, using Slate and Navigate. It also includes supervision of students in practicum and internship; implementing program requirements; Ability to integrate technology, using Canvas and innovative practices into instruction. Commitment to social justice and inclusivity is essential.
DEPARTMENT INFORMATION:
The Counselor Education Department has 5 full-time faculty members and a counseling services manager. The master's program includes a 60-credit program for Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a 60-credit program for School Counseling. The counseling program has been accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Counseling and other Related Educational Programs (CACREP) since 2000. The school counseling program and post master's certificate is approved by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI). For more information about the department, our students and our strategic plan, visit our web site at https://www.uww.edu/coeps/departments/counselored
The department is housed in the College of Education and Professional Studies (COEPS) along with other graduate degree programs in business education, communication sciences and disorders, educational leadership, professional development, and special education. The college also has an extensive offering of undergraduate courses in education and teaching. For more information about the college visit the web site at https://www.uww.edu/coeps/
UNIVERSITY INFORMATION:
UW-Whitewater is a thriving public university located in southeastern Wisconsin. It leads the way in providing world-class, affordable higher education programs to more students than neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin System. A collaborative team of 1,300 faculty and staff are devoted to the success of the university's 11,000 students at its main and Rock County campuses. The team provides high-impact practices and academic programs - online and in person - from associate to doctoral levels. Recognized nationally for affordability, inclusion, and career development, UWW has approximately one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many areas, especially business and education. The campus and community embrace the Warhawk Family spirit, supporting the university's arts and nationally recognized NCAA Division-III level championship athletics. As a proud institution of access, more than 10 percent of undergraduate students use the acclaimed Center for Students with Disabilities - a priority mission since the 1970s.
UW-Whitewater's campuses are located centrally near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, offering easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Near both Lake Geneva and the Wisconsin Dells, the area attracts numerous visitors from across the country. Whitewater is a vibrant college community near the Kettle Moraine State Forest offering area residents seasonal outdoor enjoyment. The nearby Rock County campus is located in Janesville, a town of 60,000 located on the Rock River and known as Wisconsin's Park Place.
Belonging and mattering are central to the university's culture, and UW-Whitewater strives to maintain an environment where individual and collective efforts are valued and celebrated. The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and actively seeks and encourages applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans.
ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of the 13-campus University of Wisconsin System (https://www.wisconsin.edu).
Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(b) provides that applicants may indicate in writing that their identity should be kept confidential. In response to a public records request, the University will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wisconsin Statute 19.36(7)(a).
Per Regent Policy Document 20-19, University of Wisconsin System Criminal Background Check Policy and UW System Administrative Policy 1275 Recruitment Policies, UW-Whitewater requires criminal background checks as a contingency to employment. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater requires that all employees be active participants in following applicable safety rules and regulations including necessary training and drills.
For UW-Whitewater Campus safety information and crime statistics/annual Security Report, see Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. If you would like a paper copy of the report please contact the UW-Whitewater Police at 262-472-4660.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary commensurate with the candidate's education, related experience, and qualifications.
UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW System's comprehensive benefit package, review the UW System Employee Benefits Brochure.
CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources. UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer, therefore STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:
Applications received by April 24th, 2025 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at (262) 472-1024 or hr@uww.edu
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Eileen Troemel
TO APPLY:
Only complete application packages will be considered. This includes online submission of the following documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Name and contact information for three professional references
This Job ID is 21810
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