Clinical Associate Professor & Program Leader

University of Colorado Denver

Working Title: Clinical Associate Professor & Program Leader Clinical Teaching Track

FTE: Full-time

Salary Range: $85000 - $88000

Position # Requisition #38389

About the University of Colorado - Denver

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Job Description

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The School of Education & Human Development at the University of Colorado Denver is seeking nominations and applications for the position of Assistant Professor Clinical Teaching Track in the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) accredited Counseling Program.

The School of Education & Human Development at the University of Colorado Denver is a statewide and national leader for educational quality access and equity across the education lifespan from birth through higher education. Members of the school community have been informing policy and practice while addressing the most important challenges faced by individuals schools and communities for more than 50 years. We prepare inclusive educational community family and mental health practitioners scholars and leaders dedicated to championing change that leads to well-being opportunity and life-long learning in the diverse urban rural and global communities that we serve. Our Inclusive Excellence Plan reflects our efforts to ensure that those we serve have access to an excellent education through inclusive practice and scholarship in a climate that is responsive to their needs.

The schools degree programs engage students in a strategic and interrelated combination of course work and internships in schools agencies and community-based organizations. The school offers three doctoral level programs an educational specialist degree 13 masters degrees in multiple program areas and two undergraduate degrees along with many licenses endorsements and certificates. The undergraduate and graduate programs prepare and inspire education and mental health leaders to have a profound impact on fostering opportunity achievement and success across rural urban and diverse communities. Programs are designed to be highly impactful for working professionals and distance learners with evening online and hybrid class options.

Community-engaged and global partnerships are the heartbeat of SEHD. Innovative initiatives co-constructed with school districts community colleges and service organizations draw upon personnel strengths in education human well-being and equity-centered and community-focused research. These partnerships foster and celebrate diverse community voices relevant student learning opportunities that build careers positive outcomes for partner institutions and outstanding research publications cited around the world.

In 2024 SEHD was recognized as the number one graduate online education program in Colorado and among the top graduate education programs in the nation according to U.S. News and World Report.

The School of Education & Human Developments strategic plan outlines its commitment to academic excellence inclusive practices and community engagement. It emphasizes fostering innovation in teaching research and service to meet the evolving needs of students and society. To read the full statement click here: Associate Professor Clinical Teaching Track

What you will do:

• This position is focused on teaching and program leadership
• Provide program leadership and administration including course scheduling program development and assessment lecturer hiring and leading accreditation and reporting.
• Teach graduate courses in the Counseling Program in Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) core areas specifically: foundations techniques of counseling advanced techniques career counseling group counseling multicultural and social justice counseling supervision of practicum and internship. Infuse multicultural and diversity issues in all courses.
• Participate in faculty meetings; provide committee service in the Counseling Program and the School of Education & Human Development.
• Teach face to face and hybrid classes comfort working with multiple platforms used for course delivery

This is a full-time academic year non-tenure-track position. Opportunity for summer teaching is available.

Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• A doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision from a CACREP accredited program.
• Commitment to the professional fields of Counseling and Counselor Education as evidenced by education teaching clinical experience and professional affiliations (such as Association for Counselor Education and Supervision and the American Counseling Association).
• Demonstrated success or potential success for graduate-level teaching and advising and undergraduate teaching
• Licensed or license eligible as a Licensed Professional Counselor or School Counselor in the state of Colorado. If hired must be able to obtain a license in Colorado within 6 months.

Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)

• Evidence of cultural competency and inclusion in clinical work.
• Demonstrated bilingual (Spanish and English) competencies in working with culturally and linguistically diverse individuals and families.
• Clear evidence that race ethnicity class gender sexual orientation religion and veteran status and/or other social justice issues are addressed in syllabi teaching and supervision.
• Evidence of program management and leadership experience in CACREP accredited or similar program
• Experience with CACAREP accreditation reporting student advising training clinic management and program planning
• Experience working with graduate students in instruction supervision and mentoring activities.
• Experience working in and/or managing campus counseling clinic

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at .

Employment Sponsorship

Please be advised that this position is not eligible now or in the future for visa sponsorship.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $85000 - $88000. The administrative stipend for summer is 10% of 9-month base salary.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity experience education specialty and training.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the Universitys good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Benefits statement to include in all benefits-eligible positions. See Eligibility Matrix.

Benefits: Compensation Calculator: Deadline

• Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to complete applications received by January 30 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Required Application Materials:

To apply please visit: and attach:

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position.
• Curriculum vitae / Resume outlining experience(s).
• Five professional references including name address phone number (mobile number if appropriate) and email address. (We will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references).
• Additional materials can be added here if applicable.

Questions should be directed to SEHD HR -

Background Check Policy

The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational clinical research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must therefore consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment.