Part-Time Faculty: MFT Play Therapy Children and Families; Summer

Part-Time Faculty: MFT 686 Play Therapy with Children and Families (Summer 2026)

Job Title:

Part-Time Faculty: MFT 686 Play Therapy with Children and Families (Summer 2026)

Location:

Syracuse, NY

Campus:
Syracuse, NY

Commitment to On-Campus

Experience:

Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus.

Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.

Pay Range: $1,440 per credit hour

Pay Determination:
Salary offers at Syracuse University will be based on education, experience, and relevant skills, as well as the academic or professional discipline of the position in the context of the home department, school, or college. Salary offers may also be influenced by prior relevant work or industry experience, where applicable. Faculty pay ranges are for 8.5 months' salary unless otherwise specified.

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Hours:

As determined by department/chair. Office hours required.

Job Type: Part-time

Rank: PTI/Adjunct

Unionized Position Code: UA

Job Description:

Marriage & Family Therapy is seeking a part-time instructor to teach MFT
686 Play Therapy with Children and Families (3 credits) – Summer 2026 – In person, Monday/Wednesday 09:00 AM – 12:45 PM. Class runs May 11 to August 14, 2026. The course examines the assessment and psychotherapeutic treatment of children and families through play therapy. Working with children and families in crisis including loss, abuse, and illness, is a particular focus. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined based on their per-credit-rate-history within the hiring department.

All course offerings are subject to funding availability and enrollment.

Qualifications:

MA or PhD, and previous teaching experience. LMFT or equivalent.

Responsibilities:
Developing and/or updating class syllabus;
Preparation of lectures, projects or other student assignments;
Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours;
Presenting instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course;
Meeting all designated class periods;
Submitting completed mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations;
Grading student assignments and exams in a timely manner;
Providing departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations;
Building a positive rapport with students and other faculty.

Application Instructions:
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a curriculum vitae and cover letter.