The Educational Leadership and Counseling Department in the College of Education and Community Innovation at Grand Valley State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of School Counseling beginning August 2027. Qualifications include a Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Counselor Education, or closely related field. ABD candidates will be considered if completed by August 2027, and the candidate has leadership experience. Primary responsibilities include the following: teach graduate courses in the School Counseling program, pursue scholarly interests, and provide service to the university, profession, and community.
Salary & Benefits: $64,000-$66,000, commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, generous employer retirement contributions, wellness resources and tuition waiver effective on date of hire.
Primary Duties:
- Teach three graduate course equivalents in the Fall and Winter semesters in the School Counseling program
- Willingness to teach in multiple instructional modalities, including face-to-face on the Grand Rapids campus, online synchronous/asynchronous, and hybrid formats
- Supervise graduate students in School Counseling practica and/or internships
- Pursue scholarly activities such as research, publication, writing and professional presentations
- Provide service to the institution (GVSU), profession, and community
- Advise graduate students
- Collaborate with colleagues for curriculum planning and preparation for accreditation
- Travel to school counseling program internship sites when necessary
Required Qualifications and Education:
- Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision, Counselor Education, or closely related field
- Current endorsement as a School Counselor or a current School Counselor license. Successful candidates will need to obtain Michigan School Counselor credentials within 1 year of their hire date (if not previously held)
- Demonstrated potential for university teaching
- Demonstrated interest in pursuing a scholarly agenda
- Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills
Preferred Qualifications and Education:
- Successful university teaching experience at the graduate level (especially in school counseling)
- Evidence of accomplishment or strong potential of success in research, publication, grant writing, or scholarly writing
- Comprehensive understanding of the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) National Model
- Minimum of two years school counseling experience in a K-12 setting
- School counseling supervision experience
- Evidence of leadership and advocacy for the profession of school counseling
- Evidence of skills in curriculum development, assessment of college/university student learning, higher education accreditation, and clinical and school-based counseling practice
Working Conditions: Typical office environment, some travel may be required
How to Apply: Apply online at jobs.gvsu.edu and select "Apply now.
Completed applications must include:
- Cover letter addressing qualifications
- Curriculum vitae
- Names and contact information of three professional references
- Graduate transcripts (unofficial acceptable for application; official transcripts required prior to on-campus interview)
Applications missing required documents will not be considered. If you have questions about the position posting, please contact Dr. Karyn Rabourn, Search Committee Chair, at [email protected]. If you need technical assistance, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].
Application Deadline: Review of completed applications will begin on November 2, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. The posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/equalopportunity/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).
Grand Valley State University is an Antidiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.
