Job Description

Appointment Type: Faculty

FTE: 100

Position Summary:

The University of Wisconsin – River Falls invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in School Counseling within the Counseling and School Psychology Department. This CACREP -accredited program educates school counselors only. Candidates for this position must hold a doctoral degree in Counselor Education or complete a degree in Counselor Education within 6 months of official start date, and meet CACREP core faculty eligibility requirements. The successful candidate will (1) teach 3 school counseling graduate courses (9 credits) per semester, (2) maintain an advising caseload of graduate students, (3) conduct program-related applied research and scholarly activities, (4) supervise practicum and internship students, (5) engage in scholarly activities (e.g., research, professional presentation in conferences, participate in various counseling associations), and (6) be actively involved in departmental, college and university committees as well as in community service. Experience as a school counselor and teaching experience at the college level is preferred. Candidates should have, or be eligible for, relevant counseling credentials (e.g., school counselor licensure, LPC , NCC ). The position is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track position with an option for summer teaching.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Qualifications Required:

• Candidates must hold a doctoral degree in Counselor Education or complete a degree in Counselor Education within 6 months of the official start date and meet CACREP core faculty eligibility requirements.
• Demonstrated success in graduate level teaching is preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to diverse student populations and ability to contribute to the University's commitment to enhancing student awareness and appreciation of diverse cultures, backgrounds, and identities.
• Willingness to work as part of collaborative team within the University and with external stakeholders

Qualifications Preferred:

• Employed experience as a school counselor; internships may be considered.
• Experience in teaching core school counseling courses.
• Experience with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience working with graduate students in instruction, advising, mentoring, and research related activities.
• Commitment to the professional field of school counseling and counselor education as evidenced by education, teaching, school experience, research, community service, and professional affiliations, such as ASCA , ACES , and ACA .
• Demonstrated experience conducting program-related research, grant writing, and scholarship.
• Experience working as part of a collaborative team within the University and with external stakeholders.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)
• Names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of at least three references who can specifically comment upon your teaching ability, experience and professional preparation (references)

Inquiries should be addressed to:
Scott Woitaszewski

Professor and Director of School Psychology Program,
Department Chair – Counseling & School Psychology, and Search Chair
[email protected]

Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or December 8, 2024.

Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.90%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to

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