Adjunct Faculty, Counselor

Lake Tahoe Community College is committed to recruiting individuals that embody its commitment to diversity (BP 7100) by:

• actively demonstrating a commitment to embracing and celebrating diversity;
• committing to collaboration, effective communication and the development of strong working relationships;
• promoting purposeful inclusion of all groups and the free exchange of ideas in a respectful, trusting and considerate environment; and
• demonstrating a commitment to an environment where all students achieve their goals and have access to equitable resources and opportunities.

The ideal candidates for this position is an equity-minded individual who understands the importance of holding ourselves accountable for closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practices both in and out of the classroom. LTCC strives to attract candidates who view the elimination of inequities as an individual and collective responsibility and who are able to reframe inequities as a problem of practice. In addition, the ideal candidate is able to demonstrate a commitment to student-centered teaching practices, effective cross-disciplinary and cross campus collaboration, transparent decision-making, and purposeful service to the community. The ideal candidate embraces the role of an educator who is continually learning anti-racist pedagogy and adapting to the needs of a diverse student population.

The ideal candidates will have the ability to utilize culturally responsive teaching and pedagogy to support students.

Starting at $54.36 per hour, see salary schedule 15-00 Part-Time Academic for compensation information.

Description

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:Under the direction of the Vice President of Student Services.

• Provide academic counseling services to general and special program student populations.
• Assist students with problems related to academic progress.
• Participate in faculty and departmental meetings.
• Participate in all faculty training days.
• Ability to develop working relationships with college faculty, staff, and community groups.
• Observe, support, and enforce the regulations, policies and programs of the District.
• Refer students to appropriate college resources for information on other student services.
• Work cooperatively within the college community.
• Foster a positive working environment that is free from harassment, prejudice and/or bias.
• Demonstrate a respect for the dignity of everyone.

Minimum References Needed

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Minimum Qualification

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Requirements: All faculty must meet state-adopted minimum qualifications or the locally established equivalencies.

Counseling

• Masters in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy or marriage, family and child counseling,
• OR the equivalent.

AND

• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

(NOTE: A bachelors degree in one of the listed degrees and a license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) is an alternative qualification for this discipline.)