"Assistant Teaching Professor - Counseling and Human Services"

Assistant Teaching Professor - Counseling and Human Services

University of Colorado Colorado Springs

Description

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position.

Assistant Teaching Professor

Department of Counseling and Human Services, College of Education

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Who We Are

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking an assistant teaching professor to join our team! UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth, and the holistic development of its students.

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This position is available to begin summer 2026 or fall 2026.

Salary Range: $50,000 - $55,000 / academic year. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.

Work Location: Primarily In person, on campus

Benefits at a Glance

At UCCS, our employees are our most valued asset. We're proud to offer: Generous Time Off... [benefits list abbreviated for brevity]

Summary

The Department of Counseling and Human Services in the College of Education at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs invites applications for a non-tenure track, full-time Instructor position in the CACREP-accredited Clinical Mental Health and School Counseling programs. Preferred candidates will hold a Master's Degree or higher with training and experience with undergraduate students and remote or distance delivery of instruction; (4/4 teaching load; undergraduate courses in human services and summer teaching are also available); maintaining an advising caseload of graduate and undergraduate students; supervising practicum and internship students; and providing service to support the department, college, and university (when relevant).

Essential Functions

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in counseling and human services using trauma-informed, inclusive, and culturally responsive pedagogies...
• Design and deliver engaging lessons across multiple formats...
• Work collaboratively with faculty in curriculum design...
• Provide student-centered academic advising and career mentorship...
• Participate in departmental governance...

Tentative Search Timeline

• Potential first virtual interview dates: Early February, 2026
• Potential final in person interview dates: Mid February - late February, 2026
• Potential start date dates: Summer or Fall 2026

Qualifications

• Must have a Master's Degree from a CACREP-Accredited Institution OR earned Doctoral Degree from a CACREP-Accredited Institution
• Ideal candidate is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Colorado, or are license-eligible in Colorado. ABD and/or currently enrolled in a CACREP accredited Ph.D. program
• Experience with undergraduate students is highly desirable

Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by 11:59 PM, January 26, 2026, will receive priority review. Position open until filled...