Visiting Assistant Professor​/Instructor, School Counseling

Salary: $50,722.00 - $63,719.00 Annually
Location : Whitworth University Campus
Job Type: Faculty (Visiting)
Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Education
Opening Date: 04/09/2026
FLSA: Determined by Position
FTE: 1.0

Whitworth University is a residential campus shaped by learning, curiosity, and community life. This role is based on campus and requires consistent, in-person engagement.
Position Summary
Whitworth University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor position in the School Counseling program. This faculty role is central to preparing graduate students for impactful and ethical practice in K-12 school counseling settings.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching, a commitment to student mentorship, and active engagement in program development and accreditation. As a member of a collaborative academic community, the faculty member will contribute to Whitworth's mission of faith, excellence, and service, integrating these values into teaching, scholarship, and service.

We are seeking a dynamic and student-centered professional who values collaboration, strives for teaching excellence, and is committed to the growth and success of the School Counseling program.
Contract dates:
July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027.
Core Responsibilities
The Visiting Assistant Professor will carry a teaching load of 21 credits per academic year and will:

• Design and deliver engaging, student-centered graduate courses in school counseling
• Develop course syllabi, assignments, and assessments aligned with program outcomes
• Utilize the university's learning management system and instructional technologies effectively
• Provide timely and constructive feedback on student work

In addition, the faculty member will:

• Advise and mentor graduate students
• Maintain regular office hours and support student success
• Assist in coordinating and supporting student field placements

Program and Institutional Contributions:

• Collaborate with faculty to assess and enhance curriculum
• Support accreditation efforts (e.g., CACREP) through documentation and continuous improvement
• Participate in departmental, school, and university meetings and assessment activities
• Engage in service to the program, university, and profession consistent with faculty expectations

Other duties may be assigned by the Director of the School Counseling Program.

Qualifications and Core Competencies

• Earned terminal degree (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in Counselor Education from an accredited institution.
  • ABD candidates will be considered for the rank of Instructor if the degree is conferred by summer 2027.
  • Preference for graduates of CACREP-accredited programs
• Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching at the graduate or undergraduate level
• A personal commitment to the Christian faith and to the integration of faith and learning
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
• Commitment to Whitworth University's mission as a Christian liberal arts institution affiliated with the Presbyterian Church

Core Competencies

• Excellence in student-centered teaching and pedagogy
• Ability to integrate technology and reflective practice to enhance learning outcomes
• Collaborative approach to curriculum development and program improvement
• Commitment to inclusive excellence and student success
• Capacity to support accreditation standards and continuous quality improvement

Preferred

• Minimum of five (5) years of K-12 school counseling experience
• Eligibility for school counseling certification in Washington State
• Experience with data-informed decision-making in educational settings
• Evidence of leadership in school counseling practice or programs
• Ongoing engagement with current professional literature in school counseling
• Active membership in relevant professional organizations (e.g., ASCA, ACA)

Other Details

Salary Information
Visiting Assistant Professor, School Counseling
Term: 9 months
Contract

Start Date:

July 1, 2026
Appointment Length:
One-year visiting appointment
Hiring range: $59,572 to $63,718
Commensurate with years of credited service. 1.75% increase to the minimum salary is granted for each year of credited service at the rank of assistant professor.

Visiting Instructor, School Counseling
Term: 9 months
Contract

Start Date:

July 1, 2026
Appointment Length:
One-year visiting appointment
Hiring salary: $50,722
Commensurate with years of credited service. 1.75% increase to the minimum salary is granted for each year of credited service at the rank of insructor.

Applicants will be asked to submit the following:

• A cover letter addressing their qualifications and interest in the position.
• Curriculum vitae.
• A statement of teaching philosophy.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness.
• A statement describing how their Christian faith shapes their approach to teaching and scholarship.
• Names and contact information of three references.

A background check, sexual misconduct check, and confirmation of degrees earned will be required of the successful candidate.

Please note that Whitworth will not provide employer visa sponsorship for this…