Adjunct Faculty - Professional Counseling and Leadership (Fall 2025 - Spring 2026)

Jacksonville State University

Adjunct Faculty

Professional Counseling and Leadership

Job Summary

The Department of Professional Counseling and Leadership is seeking adjunct faculty members to teach courses in the program areas of School Counseling and Clinical Mental Health Counseling. These courses are offered inperson hybrid and online with experience in all three instruction methods preferred.

We also seek adjuncts to serve as supervisors for candidates completing field and clinical experiences (practicum and internship). Adjuncts applying for the position of university supervisor must be flexible and able to travel to placement sites.

College Information

The College of Education and Professional Studies (CEPS) prepares professionals and leaders at every level from preschool to college equipping graduates with the knowledge skills and dispositions to make a positive impact from the moment they begin their career. Tracing our roots back to the creation of the university as a teaching institution our college is recognized for its long history of preparing the best firstday ready educators in the State of Alabama. Additionally graduates of our professional studies programs are highly esteemed for their outstanding performance and contributions in their career fields.

Required Qualifications

• An Ed.S. (or higher) degree in counseling or field related to the program area for which employment is sought.
• Recent experience practicing in the program or related field. Individuals serving as administrators are qualified if they also have experience in the program area for which employment is sought.
• Proficiency in the use of basic instructional technology including Outlook Word Excel Power Point and other common instructional and education management systems.
• Knowledge of State and Federal laws and regulations concerning Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) Section 504 IDEA 1997 amendments and the ADA for transition and employment.
• Excellent interpersonal and human relations skills as well as excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience working with diverse populations.

Required Application Documents

• Cover Letter
• CV
• Teaching Philosophy
• Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts required upon hire)

About Jax State

Founded in 1883 Jacksonville State University is a learningcentered university in Jacksonville Alabama whose mission is to provide distinctive educational cultural and social experiences for a diverse student population.

Located in the Appalachian foothills of northeast Alabama midway between Birmingham and Atlanta Jax State is home to over 9900 students representing 63 countries. As a learningcentered university it strives to challenge students academically in a responsive environment meeting their educational career and personal goals. As an academic institution it seeks to produce broadly educated graduates prepared for global engagement. As a public comprehensive university it promotes excellence in scholarly and service activities consistent with its academic and professional strengths. For a complete list of Goals Core Values and Strategies to fulfill this Mission go to the Jax State Strategic Plan home page.

Academically Jax State offers 113 academic programs and concentrations including bachelors masters postbaccalaureate doctoral and advanced certificate programs in a variety of disciplines that prepare graduates for meaningful careers and ongoing education. More than 40 online programs are offered. The University features six colleges on its 459acre campus Arts Humanities and Sciences; Business and Industry; Education and Professional Studies; Health Professions and Wellness; Social and Behavioral Sciences; and Library. Most academic programs have disciplinespecific accreditations a reflection of their quality and Jax States commitment to excellence.

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