Company Description
City University of Seattle (CityU) is a distinguished and comprehensive private nonprofit university and an affiliate of National University. We serve students regionally, nationally, and globally, reaching across borders to impart knowledge and empower individuals. With a focus on adult learners and online students, we provide flexible, accessible programs tailored to meet the needs of the modern learner. Offering over 60 academic degree programs, we are committed to expanding our student's…
knowledge, skills, and possibilities. Our mission is deeply rooted in the belief that education can improve lives. We invite you to join us in our commitment to fostering community, promoting diversity, and providing an environment where every student can thrive and achieve their educational goals.
Job Description
City University of Seattle in Canada's Master of Counselling (MC) program in Victoria, BC, is seeking experienced Associate Faculty to join a small, dedicated, and innovative team of educators.
The Victoria campus is located on the ancestral and unceded territories of the Lekwungen-speaking peoples, including the Esquimalt, Songhees, and W\_SNEC First Nations.
We are seeking counselling professionals who bring current clinical experience, strong teaching experience with adult learners, and expertise in a counselling-related practice area. Associate Faculty teach graduate-level courses on a course-by-course basis and play an important role in preparing future counselling professionals for clinical practice.
About the Role
Associate Faculty teach courses related to core counselling proficiencies, assessment, counselling skills, clinical practice, and other areas of the counselling field. Course assignments are based on program needs and faculty expertise; teaching assignments are not guaranteed from term to term or from academic year to academic year.
Successful Associate Faculty may have opportunities to take on additional or longer-term teaching responsibilities based on program needs, performance, and experience.
Examples of courses may include:
- Couples Counselling
- Group Counselling
- Psychopathology and Psychopharmacology
- Clinical Supervision
- Testing and Assessment
- Research Methods and Statistics
- Counselling Research Capstone
Teaching Responsibilities
Associate Faculty are expected to:
- Deliver high-quality, engaging instruction that supports graduate student learning.
- Connect academic theory, research, and clinical practice.
- Foster student development and professional growth.
- Maintain currency in their professional field and area of teaching.
- Participate in the academic community and work collaboratively with faculty and program leadership.
- Use appropriate teaching technologies and Learning Management Systems to support effective learning.
Requirements
What You'll Bring
We are particularly interested in candidates who have demonstrated success as both counselling professionals and educators.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree or doctoral degree in counselling, psychology, clinical social work, or a closely related field.
- Current registration with an appropriate professional regulatory body.
- At least five years of clinical practice after registration, plus meaningful professional experience in the counselling field.
- At least two years of experience providing instruction to adult learners in classroom and/or online settings.
- Demonstrated success and effectiveness as an instructor, educator, or facilitator.
- Demonstrated ability to bridge counselling theory and clinical practice in a graduate-level learning environment.
- Current knowledge and professional experience in at least one area relevant to counselling practice.
- Ability to work effectively within an established curriculum and course framework.
- Strong oral, written, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
- Ability to create an engaging learning environment for a diverse population of graduate students.
- Cultural competence and demonstrated ability to work respectfully with diverse students, faculty, and communities.
Additional Qualifications and Skills
- Experience teaching in a graduate counselling or related program is an asset.
- Doctoral degree is preferred.
- Familiarity with diverse pedagogical approaches and adult learning principles.
- Experience teaching both in-person and online courses is an asset.
- Comfort with digital teaching environments, including Learning Management Systems, presentation technology, and audiovisual equipment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other technology used to support teaching and learning.
- Ability to support students with academic-related questions and concerns and contribute to student success and retention.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and maintaining currency in the counselling profession.
Additional Information
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
City University of Seattle in Canada is committed to fostering a learning environment that reflects and respects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applicants who bring diverse perspectives, experiences, identities, and approaches to counselling education, including Indigenous Peoples, First Nations, Inuit, and Métis applicants.
Applicants must demonstrate their capacity to work collaboratively and respectfully within a diverse community of learners and educators.
Work Environment and Schedule
- Location: Victoria, British Columbia
- Delivery: In-person and mixed-mode
- Courses may be scheduled on weekdays, evenings, or weekends depending on program and student needs.
- A personal computer and reliable internet connection are required.
- Teaching assignments are made based on program needs and are not guaranteed from term to term.
Compensation
CAD 3,300 - 5,500 per course, depending on course level, professional registration, and experience.
Application Instructions
City University of Seattle accepts applications through this online process only. For consideration, please submit a complete application packet. A complete application is one that includes:
- Completed Electronic Application Form
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Once you have created a profile, please remember to record your password. If you use the 'Help Desk' feature, responses will be sent to your Interview Exchange account. Candidates with qualifications and experience most aligned with current needs will be contacted by a hiring manager. Once the position is filled, you will see a status update in your account profile.
If you encounter technical problems while applying for a position, please use the 'Help Desk' feature in your Interview Exchange account to submit the issue to technical support. For non-technical issues or questions, please email employment@cityu.edu.
City University of Seattle is an equal opportunity employer and is continuously working to build a diverse faculty and staff. City University strongly encourages inquiries from all qualified individuals interested in becoming part of the CityU team, including women, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.