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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for visiting assistant professor in Boca Raton, FL is $75,743.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,800.00 and $86,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Visiting Assistant Professors often encounter challenges such as adapting quickly to a new institution's culture, balancing teaching loads with research expectations, and building relationships within a limited timeframe. Navigating unfamiliar administrative processes and integrating into established departmental communities can also pose difficulties. To address these, it's helpful to proactively seek mentorship from permanent faculty, participate in departmental meetings and events, and prioritize clear communication with both students and colleagues. Taking initiative in engaging with the academic community can make the transition smoother and enhance professional development during the appointment.

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To thrive as a Visiting Assistant Professor, you need a terminal degree (such as a PhD) in your discipline, demonstrated teaching ability, and a track record of scholarly research. Familiarity with learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard) and academic publishing platforms is often required. Strong communication, adaptability, and collaboration skills help you engage students and work effectively with colleagues. These competencies are essential for delivering quality education, contributing to departmental goals, and navigating the temporary and varied nature of visiting academic appointments.

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A Visiting Assistant Professor is a temporary faculty member at a college or university, typically hired for a limited-term appointment (often one to three years). They are usually early-career scholars or recent Ph.D. graduates who teach courses, conduct research, and participate in academic service. Unlike tenure-track professors, their positions are not permanent, and they may be filling in for faculty on leave or helping to meet short-term teaching needs. These roles can provide valuable experience and may serve as a stepping stone to more permanent academic positions.
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Visiting Assistant Professor, CMHC

Lynn University

Boca Raton, FL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Summary:
The College of Arts and Sciences is currently accepting applications for the position of Visiting Professor in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) program. This position will serve for one year as a core faculty member in the CMHC program. The position is a primary teaching role in the graduate CMHC program which includes teaching a 4-4 load in fall and spring terms. Opportunities to teach in the undergraduate psychology program may also be included. Applicants with research, clinical, supervision, advocacy, social justice, and substance abuse experiences will be considered strong candidates for this position.
Job Description:
Essential duties and responsibilities
  • Teach courses in accordance with college guidelines
  • Participate in the college's assessment program of student performance
  • Timely response to student questions and concerns
  • Timely submission of university reports and requirements, such as attendance, grades, and student progress reports

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities
  • Candidates must be proficient with using technology for instructional delivery, such as learning management systems (e.g. Canvas) and presentation software (e.g. PowerPoint)
  • Candidates must have an appreciation of different learning styles to incorporate into their instructional delivery
  • Candidates must have excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills

Minimum qualifications
  • Candidates must have graduated with a Ph.D. in Counseling, Counselor Education, or a Counselor Education and Supervision program; or have a related doctoral degree and have been employed as a faculty member in a counselor education training program for approximately one academic year. Candidates who have completed degrees from a CACREP-accredited program will be preferred.
  • All degrees must have been completed at a regionally accredited institution

To Apply
Completed applications will be reviewed upon receipt for match to potential needs. Only completed applications will be reviewed, which must include a short cover letter, resume or CV with detailed academic credentials, three letters of reference, and copies of all college transcripts. Before an applicant is approved to teach official transcripts will also be required.
Accreditation and equal opportunity
Lynn University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy, parenting status, veteran status or retirement status in its activities and programs. In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Lynn University does not discriminate on the basis of sex. Inquiries concerning the application of the non-discrimination policy may be directed to the Lynn University Compliance Officer/Title IX Coordinator at 3601 N. Military Trail, Boca Raton, FL 33431, titleixcoordinator@lynn.edu, or +1 561-237-7727; or to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Lynn University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate, master's and doctoral degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call +1 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Lynn University. 2020 Lynn University
Americans with Disabilities Act
Please notify us at least five days in advance if a reasonable accommodation for a disability is needed by calling +1 561-237-7639.
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with the Clery Act, the University annually provides a report to each student and current employee, as well as to prospective employees and students, that provides a detailed disclosure of information regarding campus security practices (including Emergency Response Plan, Timely Warnings, Emergency Warnings, Missing Persons, fire safety policies, fire prevention data, and Crime Log policies), as well as crime and fire-related incident statistics for the preceding year. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at lynn.edu/securityreport
For your health, Lynn University is smoke- and tobacco-free.

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