Assistant or Associate Professor of Counseling Education
East Texas Baptist University
Application
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Posted: 30-Oct-24
Location: Marshall, Texas
Type: Full Time
Categories:
Faculty Careers - Other
Faculty Careers - Psychology
Faculty Careers - Sociology/Behavioral Studies
Internal Number: 278
POSITION:
Assistant or Associate Professor of Counseling Education
DESCRIPTION:
East Texas Baptist University invites applications for a full-time, career-track position in Counseling Education. The position begins August 2025 and will include teaching 24 credit hours per year of graduate courses for the Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Additional duties would be to serve as the Program Director for the program. Other expectations are participation in departmental meetings and review, contribution to curriculum development, recruiting, and student advising duties.
QUALIFICATIONS:
ETBU seeks a qualified individual with a terminal degree in Counseling Education from a CACREP accredited institution. Candidates should have teaching experience and a record of professional involvement and should have demonstrated leadership abilities. Candidates must have a strong commitment to academic scholarship and teaching, as well as the ability to communicate well with students and colleagues. Candidates must possess an appreciation and commitment to teach in Christian higher education through the integration of biblical faith and learning. Candidates must demonstrate a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Faculty must live lifestyles consistent with the University’s biblical standards of morality, temperance, stewardship, as well as membership and active participation in the faculty members’ local Christian church. ETBU faculty are required to participate in the life of the University via faculty/department/school meetings, University Chapel services, prayer emphases, discipleship group studies, committee participation, local community ministry involvement, and attendance at campus activities and events.
THE UNIVERSITY:
East Texas Baptist University is a Christ-centered liberal arts university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an institution affiliated with Texas Baptists (BGCT), ETBU uses the Bible and the 1963 Baptist Faith and Message as well as the Resolution on Sexual Ethics (2009) and the Resolution on Transgender Issues (2015) as the theological framework and basis for institutional mission, governance, and policy. In compliance with federal law, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, or military service in employment. Under federal law, East Texas Baptist University may discriminate on the basis of religion in order to fulfill its mission.
APPLICATIONS:
Complete the university application using the "Apply" button, and upload the following documents:
Letter of Application
Personal Testimony of Christian Faith
Curriculum Vita
Statement of Philosophy of Teaching which includes an articulation of a personal approach to the integration of biblical faith and learning through a Christian worldview
Official transcripts from all schools attended (Academic Affairs, East Texas Baptist University, One Tiger Drive, Marshall, TX 75670-1498 or to academicaffairs@etbu.edu)
Contact information (e-mail, mailing address, necessary phone numbers) for at least three professional references.
For additional information contact:
Dr. Laurie Smith, Dean, School of Natural and Social Sciences
East Texas Baptist University is located in Marshall, Texas. It is an institution affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas since 1912. Our purpose is the development of intellectual inquiry, social consciousness, wellness, skills for a contemporary society, global awareness, and Christian character, for we believe that these endeavors prepare students to accept the obligations and opportunities to serve humanity and the Kingdom of God. Our primary focus is on quality academic programs in the humanities, natural and social sciences, fine arts, and selected professional areas. We are committed to Christian stewardship and to providing and maintaining an environment conducive to learning, leadership development, and academic excellence. We affirm that the liberal arts form the surest foundation for education and that the Christian faith provides the surest foundation for life.
We strive to serve students of varied ages and of diverse socioeconomic, geographic, cultural, ethnic, and religious backgrounds. We seek students who demonstrate a potential for success in our supportive and challenging environment. We employ Christian faculty who are dedicated to teachi...ng, scholarship, advising, and service as they model the principles of the Christian faith. As a Baptist university we are committed to the integration of learning and Christian faith in the pursuit of truth.