Role Description
Assistant Professors are full-time employed faculty who provide a variety of educational services to degree, certificate, and non-degree learners. They are responsible for meeting the expectations and requirements of Capella University while establishing and maintaining effective relationships with learners, colleagues, staff, and administration. Assistant Professors ensure that learners receive quality educational experiences consistent with stated course outcomes as well as HLC and any program accreditation standards.
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Teaching (online)
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Mentor and committee work (graduate level only)
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Contributing to curriculum development
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Participating in school governance through faculty committees
Qualifications
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Three or more years teaching in an online setting
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Experience teaching in higher education
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Experience mentoring doctoral students
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Experience writing curriculum
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Membership/affiliation in an educational leadership organization on a national, regional, and/or local level
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Demonstrated commitment to service and practice in the field of educational leadership
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Experience with leadership through team engagement
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Evidence of supporting learner success and a commitment to quality teaching outcomes
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Experience presenting at professional conferences on a national and/or local level
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Experience with scholarly writing and use of APA 6th edition
Requirements
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An earned doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision, preferably from a CACREP-accredited program
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Current active license/certification in mental health counseling is required
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Clinical supervisor credential preferred
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Must be available for travel involved with teaching masterβs residencies, commencement, or other activities several times per year for up to a week at a time
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Ability to work onsite in Corporate or Campus location may be required based on role
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Must be able to meet critical thinking and problem solving aspects aligned to job duties
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Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs warrant
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Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States
Benefits
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Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans
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Well-being incentives
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Parental leave
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Paid time off and certain paid holidays
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Tax saving accounts (FSA, HSA)
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401(k) retirement benefit
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Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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Tuition assistance
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Entertainment and retail discounts
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Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay, if applicable