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Adjunct Faculty Job Number: ADJ202500029 Division: Psychology and Counseling Department: Psychology & Counseling Opening Date: 12/12/2025 FLSA: Exempt Bargaining Unit: 0 Description Adjuncts are ...

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Adjunct Faculty Job Number: ADJ202500031 Division: Psychology and Counseling Department: Psychology & Counseling Opening Date: 12/15/2025 FLSA: Exempt Bargaining Unit: 0 Description Adjuncts are ...

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How much do adjunct counseling jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for adjunct counseling in the United States is $52.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35.82 and $67.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an adjunct counseling?

Adjunct Counseling positions are part-time or temporary roles within educational institutions, where professionals provide counseling services to students. These counselors assist with academic, career, and personal issues, supporting students' overall well-being and success. Adjunct counselors typically work on a contract basis and may have flexible schedules, often covering peak periods or specific needs. They collaborate with faculty and staff to help students navigate challenges and achieve their goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an adjunct counseling instructor, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Adjunct Counseling Instructor, you typically need a master's degree in counseling or a related field, along with relevant licensure or certification. Familiarity with learning management systems (such as Canvas or Blackboard), teletherapy platforms, and student information systems is important for course delivery and student support. Excellent interpersonal skills, cultural competency, and the ability to foster a supportive learning environment are essential soft skills. These competencies ensure effective instruction, student engagement, and ethical guidance in academic and counseling settings.

What are some common challenges adjunct counseling faculty face, and how can they be addressed?

Adjunct counseling faculty often face challenges such as balancing multiple part-time positions, limited access to campus resources, and integrating into established counseling teams. These professionals may also encounter fluctuating caseloads and variable student demand from semester to semester. Building strong communication with full-time staff, seeking mentorship, and participating in professional development opportunities can help adjunct counselors navigate these challenges while staying connected to campus support networks and advancing their careers.

What is the difference between Adjunct Counseling vs Part-Time Counseling?

AspectAdjunct CounselingPart-Time Counseling
CredentialsMaster's degree in counseling or related field, licensure often preferredMaster's degree, licensure varies by employer
Work EnvironmentEducational institutions, colleges, universitiesVarious settings including clinics, schools, community centers
Employment TypeContract-based, limited hours, semester or course-specificPart-time employment, flexible hours, ongoing or project-based
UsageCommon in academia for teaching and counseling studentsCommon in healthcare and community services for client support

Adjunct Counseling typically involves teaching and providing counseling within educational institutions on a contract basis, often tied to academic terms. Part-Time Counseling is a broader term covering counseling roles in various settings with flexible hours. While both roles may require similar credentials, their work environments and employment structures differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Adjunct Counseling job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 62% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 36% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,920 per year, or $52.8 per hour.

School Counseling Adjunct

Edmond, OK • On-site

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL OKLAHOMA
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 1 - 5K employees

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8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

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Job description

Position Overview:
Note: Adjunct positions at UCO are part-time teaching positions. This posting is to create a pool of interested applicants from which the Department may draw as sections become open at any point in the current academic year. This posting may or may not result in the hiring of adjuncts. Adjunct Faculty - provides a quality learning experience for students on a semester basis. Adjunct faculty reports to a dean or chair and performs instruction-related duties and responsibilities in a timely manner and in accordance with the mission, policies and procedures of the college. The relationship of the adjunct faculty member to the student is one of teacher and facilitator of learning.
College/Department Overview:
The College of Education and Professional Studies currently has 100 full-time and over 100 part-time faculty organized in seven departments. The college offers 23 undergraduate majors and 28 graduate majors. All teacher education programs are CAEP accredited. Other programs are recognized at the state and national levels with accreditations by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the American Dietetic Association (ADA), the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA), the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), the National Council on Family Relations (NCFR), and the Oklahoma Educational Quality and Accountability Commission (OEQA). UCO's College of Education and Professional Studies has an enrollment of nearly 4,800 students, about one-fourth of whom are graduate students. For further information see our website at http://www.uco.edu/ceps
Department Specific Essential Job Functions:
Teaching introductory and graduate courses in School Counseling program.
Experience Required:
Possesses at least a master's degree in the field specified in the position announcement (exceptions require Academic Affairs approval). Possesses excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Experience Preferred:
Master's or Doctorate degree in School Counseling or related field.
Previous experience in School Counseling or related field.
Higher education teaching experience.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Ability to provide a quality learning experience for students. Adjunct positions at UCO are part-time, in-classroom teaching positions on a semester by semester basis.
Physical Demands:
Repetitive movement of hands and fingers - typing and/or writing. Frequent standing, and/or sitting. Occasional walking, stooping, kneeling or crouching. Reach with hands and arms. Visually identify, observe and assess. Ability to communicate with supervisor/students/colleagues. Regular physical attendance required. The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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