Adjunct Faculty - Assessment

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Position Title: Adjunct Faculty - Assessment # of Positions to Fill: 1 Department/Program: MTC 12040 Remote Work Authorization: 100% On-Site Campus Location: Nalanda Campus Reports to: Program Chair FLSA Classification: Exempt/Salaried FTE: 8% (3 hrs/week) Compensation: $4,500 Application Deadline 11/30 or until filled Job Summary The Mindfulness-Based Transpersonal Counseling department seeks an Adjunct Faculty Member to teach graduate level courses during the Spring 2027 semester. Adjunct Faculty are provided established curriculum/syllabus to work with and develop in collaboration with existing Core Faculty. This is a one-semester appointment assigned to a specific course. Logistics of this specific position - Dates and Details This is a 3-credit course offered in the Mindfulness-Based Transpersonal Counseling concentration, to be taught in-person from January 11 - May 7, 2027: Mondays 11:45-2:35pm or Wednesdays 3:00-5:50pm Course Description CMHC 608 Assessment (3) An overview of individual and group approaches to assessment and evaluation, as these have developed historically from a traditional educational and psychological perspective through a more focused counseling perspective, with suggested applications appropriate for transpersonal and contemplative practitioners. The course covers basic topics of standardized and non-standardized testing and other assessment techniques including inventories, observations, and computer managed methods. Topics include psychometric statistics, factors related to the assessment and evaluation of individuals, groups, and special populations, case conceptualization, assessment, and diagnosis. Ethical and legal considerations are integrated throughout the course. Issues of diversity related to development of and selection of assessment instruments are also explored. Job Duties & Responsibilities Teaches with a professional level of preparedness for the duration of the semester. In collaboration with course area Core Faculty, reviews syllabus according to the Academic Affairs syllabi instructions and submit the syllabus via Canvas to the Office of Academic Affairs by the established deadline. Obtains permission from the copyright owner for any copyrighted material to be used in sourcebooks. Grades all assignments, provides feedback to students in a timely manner, and submits final grades by the deadline established by the Registrar. Submits grading and attendance data into the Learning Management System (LMS) in a timely manner. Provides one hour of office hours each week plus availability to students by appointment. Mentors students outside of class through meetings, phone or e-mail, as needed. Supports the Core Curriculum assessment process as assigned. As appropriate, works with staff and other faculty members to manage and/or mediate student issues and educational obstacles and handles probationary issues in accordance with program/GSCP policies and procedures and completes related paperwork. Completes any and all trainings as required by Human Resources or the Office of Academic Affairs within the time period set for completion by those departments. Attends faculty meetings as required. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications EITHER a doctorate in Counseling, Counselor Education & Supervision, Psychology, related area relevant to mental health (e.g., Counseling Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy) or related to the course specialization; OR these three requirements:Master's degree in Counseling or a related field; Licensed or eligible for licensure at the Professional Counselor or equivalent level; and Equivalent of two years' full-time employment in a clinical capacity in a mental health related setting (private practice, agency, or related setting) in the last five years. Significant teaching experience including lecture, facilitating discussion, and experiential exercises. Ability to demonstrate course content area knowledge and understanding of its application in counseling. High degree of emotional intelligence, critical thinking, and assertive communication skills. Willingness to participate in professional development, including openness to feedback and ongoing self-examination. Ability to create and maintain a positive team environment and behave professionally with everyone encountered in the course and scope of the job duties. Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with transpersonal psychology, mindfulness approaches, and/or contemplative education. Experience in training counselors at the graduate level. Recent and/or current experience in the counseling field. Physical Requirements & Environmental Conditions Faculty members spend most of their time in their classrooms or in virtual meetings with some time in offices. In the classrooms and on campus may experience: interruptions, distractions, heat, cold, dust and/or dampness. As a faculty member, you may spend extended periods in front of students and speaking as well as: Reading academic texts and materials, student papers, etc. Operating personal computer and audio-visual equipment. Standing or sitting for hours at a time. Moving around campus for classes and meetings. Naropa recognizes the following holidays throughout the year: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Fall Break, 4th Thursday and Friday in November, and Winter Break, the last two weeks in December encompassing the Christmas holiday as well as New Year's. Naropa's health and welfare benefits include the following: medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability, employer-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment, an employer-sponsored pre-tax retirement savings plan, and a variety of voluntary, employee-paid supplemental insurance plans. A comprehensive benefits package is available to full-time employees who work a minimum of 30 hours each week. Employees who work 20 - 29 hours each week are eligi

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