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Introducing Houston Christian University

At Houston Christian University, our Christian liberal arts, professional, and graduate programs have equipped students to lead, collaborate, and discover out of a deep sense of purpose for more than 60 years. We are driven forward by our central confession, Jesus Christ is Lord, and defined by our Ten Pillars core convictions. From this foundation we guide students confidently into discerning discovery, preparing them to think biblically, critically, and holistically about how to engage the world. We aspire to care for every student by meeting their academic, spiritual, and social needs with mentorship and support. At HCU, we are cultivating a culture of excellence that will mold a new generation of leaders in their communities, standard-setters in their professions, and fruitful disciples in their churches.

HCU is set in the heart of one of the most diverse and fastest-growing cities in the nationand our growth and diversity match the dynamism of the city we call home. We continue to enroll strong freshmen classes, our graduate programs have more than doubled in the past decade, and we are significantly expanding our online programs as well.

Adjunct Faculty (Online) - Counseling

Department

Counseling Department, College of Educational and Behavioral Sciences

Location

Houston, TX

Type of Position

Academic

Reports to: Chair, Counseling Department, and Dean, College of Education and Behavioral Sciences

Job status: Exempt

Position Summary

The Counseling Department is inviting applications for adjunct faculty for its online programs. The online programs of the Counseling Department are an M.A. in Clinical Mental Health, an M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy, an M.A. in Human Services, and an M.Ed. in Professional School Counseling. Adjunct faculty are hired in a part-time capacity on a semester-by-semester basis, contingent upon the needs of the University. HCU accepts application material year-round from qualified applicants willing to teach on a part-time basis. Adjunct (part-time) faculty hiring is based on student demand. We offer day and evening classes.

Job Responsibilities

• Actively seeks to incorporate Christian faith into his or her role as an adjunct faculty.

• Implements a course syllabus for each course, following established institutional guidelines.

• Provides timely, quality access and feedback to students via electronic communication and other appropriate methods.

• Evaluates students by a variety of means to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and inform them in a timely manner of their progress.

• Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.

• Submits grades, paperwork and forms in a timely fashion.

• Performs other duties as needed.

Qualifications

• A doctoral degree in Counselor Education is preferred, but a doctoral degree in a related-field (psychology, marriage and family therapy, etc.) will be seriously considered.

• Candidates should be a licensed mental health professional (LPC, LMFT, or LP) or a certified School Counselor.

• Previous college or university teaching experience preferred.

Additional Information

Houston Christian University is an independent, private Christian liberal arts university dedicated to the development of moral character, the enrichment of spiritual lives, and perpetuation of growth in Christian ideals. HCU is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

Houston Christian University is committed to maintaining a teaching faculty and staff who share an active Christian faith. The Preamble to the By-Laws of the University, Scripture and a Christian Worldview, and the Ten Pillars Core Convictions of HCU set forth a statement of belief which each University employee is expected to support and personify as an essential function of their employment at the University. Your submittal of an application for employment indicates your acceptance and affirmation of these statements.

As one of the most diverse universities in the nation, Houston Christian University also strives to build a faculty and staff team that provides role models who embody biblical orthodoxy and ethics for all our students, whatever their background or life experience.

As with all open positions at the University, a contract or employment offer will only be extended when the budget for the position has been confirmed.

**Disclaimer**

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