Part-Time Lecturer in Counseling

The Department of Counseling at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) occasionally has the need to hire non-tenure track, part-time Lecturers to teach in its Masters of Counseling program for the academic year  . Responsibilities include delivering quality instruction within the program.

About UTRGV:

UTRGV serves the Rio Grande Valley and beyond via an innovative and unique multicultural education dedicated to student access and success. By championing leading research, healthcare, and application of University discoveries, we support sustainable development, community engagement, and well-being. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) is committed to building and sustaining a highly qualified and talented faculty to pursue excellence in everything that we do, including teaching, research, and service.

Drawing on our unique identity as the leading Hispanic-Serving Institution in a bilingual and bicultural environment, UTRGV will promote student access and success by building from strength in education and creating a vibrant campus experience. By 2027, we will accelerate transformation in the Rio Grande Valley and beyond by driving meaningful advancements in research and creative works, expanding access to high-quality and affordable healthcare, and fostering authentic community engagement and integration.

UTRGV is a distributed campus, one university spanning four counties and multiple locations. Our purpose is to be a university for the entire Rio Grande Valley and beyond. Over 91% of the students enrolled at UTRGV identify as Hispanic, making UTRGV one of the top 3 universities with the highest percentage of Hispanic students. For additional information, please visit our website.

Minimum Qualifications

The qualifications to be considered as a non-tenure track, part-time lecturer are a master's degree in Counselor Education or a related field of study from an accredited institution and years of experience the area of course content. Candidates also must meet SACSCOS primary or alternate qualifications (e.g., licensure and/or school counseling certification, 5 years of experience in course content) to teach certain counseling courses.

Discipline Specific

Required Qualifications Preferred Qualification

Doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision or a related field of study from an accredited institution. Teaching and practical experience in the area of course content is desirable, as well as the ability to use technology to support teaching and learning. Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and/or Certified School Counselor is preferred but required for certain counseling courses.

Salary Part-time Lecturers are paid per course taught commensurate with experience and/or qualifications. License or Certification Required? No

Number of Vacancies Varies Desired Start Date 09/01/2025