Position Number:

F0421W

Assistant or Associate Professor of Counselor Education

We transform students, schools, and communities through professional preparation, collaborative partnerships, and the translation of research into action.

The William & Mary School of Education invites applications for a tenure-track position in the Counselor Education campus-based program beginning in the Fall 2025 -2026 academic year. The Counselor Education program includes CACREP-Accredited master and doctoral programs in School Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and Counselor Education and Supervision. Under the umbrella of the Clinical Mental Health Counseling track, the program offers specializations in Addictions Counseling; Military & Veterans Counseling; and Relationship, Marriage, and Family Counseling. We offer part-time online and full-time face-to-face learning options for the master-level programs, while the doctoral program is face-to-face. This position focuses on faculty contribution to the Military and Veterans Counseling program area.



Responsibilities of this Position:The Assistant or Associate Professor of Counselor Education is a 9-month position with summer teaching opportunities. The position includes serving as program area lead for the Military Veteran Counseling (MVC) specialization. The successful candidate will be committed to advancing MVC counseling research, excellence in counselor training, and remaining active in professional service. The essential duties of the position include developing and maintaining a record of research and scholarship; teaching masters and doctoral level courses in counselor education; advising students, including Ph.D. students in their dissertation process; providing supervision; and providing service to the department, university, and counseling profession.


The School of Education is housed in a state-of-the-art teaching facility that includes the in-house Flanagan Counselor Education Clinic and the Thrive Research and Intervention Center. These projects allow students and faculty to engage with the local community through counseling and educational services.The School of Education faculty maintains close connections with local public schools and professional organizations and actively pursues involvement with externally funded grants. Further information about William & Mary, the School of Education, and the Counselor Education programs can be found at the following website:
http://education.wm.edu.Counselor Education Program Mission StatementThe Counselor Education Program at William & Mary prepares professional counselors and counselor educators who represent diverse identities; serve local, national, and global communities; advocate for social justice and antiracist policies; and demonstrate exemplary practices.

The successful candidate must have:

• An earned doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision from a CACREP-Accredited program by August 2025.


• A clear and well-articulated counselor educator identity.


• Currently licensed and/or eligible to obtain Virginia licensure.


• Experience with equity, Social Justice, and diversity in counseling.


• A research identity and record of scholarship commensurate with experience level, including contributions to refereed publications, national presentations, and grants/contracts.


• A professional orientation that champions diversity and social justice in the counseling field.


• Demonstrated propensity for, active engagement and leadership in academia and the counseling profession.


• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

Preference will be given to those who have:

• Experience with CACREP accreditation and the 2024 CACREP Standards.


• Research focused on issues of importance to the Military and Veteran community.


• Experience counseling military and/or veteran populations and/or family members.


• Experience supervising, advising, and mentoring counseling students.

3M1000 Education Operations

William & Mary

12/17/2024

01/20/2025

Yes

Faculty

We will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this vacancy.
Review of applications will begin January 20, 2025. For full consideration, materials must be received by this date. Materials received after the review date will be reviewed only if needed.


Application materials should include:1. A cover letter that explains professional education, experience, and suitability for the position2. A full curriculum vitae3. A statement on how your teaching, research, and/or outreach will support the university's diversity, equity, and inclusion goals4. The names, addresses (including titles and institutions), and telephone numbers of three professional references


Specific questions regarding this position should be directed to Dr. Denita Hudson via email (dhudson02@wm.edu) or phone (757-221- 2236).

William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

William & Mary offers our employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program).


Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/uhr/benefits/index.php?type=none