Work Schedule : Standard College Hours : M-F, 8 : 30am-5pm
Number of Openings : 1
Job Description
Performs a full range of academic, personal, career, and transfer counseling activities with diverse student populations. These include but are not limited to, assisting college students (which may include College Credit Plus students) in developing academic and career goals; creating and developing educational plans to degree / certificate completion and / or transfer; identifying and developing strategies and skills for adapting to the educational environment, and providing academic counseling to students in academic curriculum areas. Assists with New Student Orientations by providing individual academic counseling appointments and New Student Orientation presentations. May provide crisis intervention. Assignment includes day, evening and weekend hours. May teach General Studies courses and student success workshops as needed. Full-time contracted faculty may be assigned committee responsibilities, departmental and community service responsibilities.
- Engages in a wide range of academic, personal, and career counseling during individual student appointments
- Engages in outreach efforts with instructional faculty and staff, as needed, to educate students and employees in areas of expertise
- Keeps updated on developments in the field by reading current literature, speaking with colleagues and participating in professional conferences development
- Maintains licensure in professional field
- Serves on academic and / or administrative committees that focus on institutional policies / procedures, department matters and academic issues
- Collaborates with Student Affairs and Academic Success personnel to document and share information that allows staff members to effectively support students and meet their needs. Collaborate with Student Affairs and Academic Success partners to effectively leverage technology to support student success efforts at the College.
- Participates in campus and community events
- Assists students with Degree Completion, including work with Registrar on Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) and College Credit Plus cohorts
- Maintains academic counseling records using SARS, QuadC, DegreeWorks, Banner, One Record, and other College systems, when appropriate
(When teaching credit or non-credit courses)
Prepares and delivers lectures to students on various topics in relation to a specific discipline – General Studies / Counseling areasPrepares course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handoutsEvaluates and grades students' class work, assignments and papersMaintains student attendance records, grades and other required recordsAs needed, advises students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issuesPlans, evaluates and revises curricula, course content and course materials and methods of instructionCompiles, administers and grades examinationsCollaborates with colleagues to address teaching and research issuesMaintains regularly scheduled office hours to counsel and assist studentsSelects and obtains materials and supplies such as textbooksInitiates, facilitates and moderates classroom discussionsRequired Qualifications
Master's Degree in Counseling, Social Work or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate-level course hours in Counseling or Social WorkOne year of higher education experience in counseling as well as two semesters of teaching which may or may not occur concurrentlyLicensed / Licensed-Eligible from the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist BoardA strong background in working with a student population and sensitivity to respond to their needsSkilled at building relationships / partnerships within and across in an organization and communityDemonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Suite (or equivalent)Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for studentsAdvanced communication (verbal, written and interpersonal) and organizational skillsLogic and reasoning skills to identify solutions, conclusions or approaches to problemsSensitivity to appropriately respond to the needs of students and the communityPreferred Qualifications
Higher education counseling in the areas of academic program counseling, transfer counseling, study skills, student assessment, career development, career exploration, personal growth, personal counseling, employment search, college success strategies, college navigation, and crisis interventionBelief that individuals can make a difference in the lives of studentsExcellence in facilitating the learning process for students, learning and using new technology, and applying diverse strategies in response to using new technology, and applying diverse instructional strategies in response to learner demographics and learning stylesBelief in the value of working and learning in a diverse environmentAbility to adapt to dynamic multi-campus organizational work environmentsUnderstanding and embracing the mission of the community collegePossessing the energy and persistence to motivate and support others to pursue a larger goalBeing skilled in building strategic alliances both within and across disciplines, and within and outside the CollegeKnowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for studentsAbility to serve as a strong advocate for College initiatives and new curriculum that promote student successCommunity college teaching experienceThis is a full-time tenure track faculty opportunity. The selected faculty member hired for this position could teach at any one of the College's campuses or sites.
Application Timeline
Review of applications will begin on October 21, 2025.
Required Attachments
The following documents must be attached to your online employment application : Current resume, cover letter, a one-page statement explaining how you promote student learning and achievement, scanned copies of your transcript (original, unofficial, or photocopy) for the required degree and copies of current required licenses / certifications. Please indicate your current name on the transcript if it differs from the name on the transcript. Applicants selected for an interview must provide official transcripts for the required degree at the time of interview. Please note that the required degree must be conferred / completed prior to submission of your application. Do not include other transcripts or documents not requested, such as letters of reference or paste evaluations. Only the transcript and required licenses / certifications will be forwarded to the search committee. No faxed transcripts, licenses, or certifications will be accepted.
Total Compensation & Benefits : Target Hiring Rate / Salary : $57,589 with B.A. plus 30 semester hours (45 quarter credits) or M.A. degree; Education less than or more than stated will affect minimum salary. This salary reflects a nine (9) month contract period. Faculty can work during summer sessions to earn additional wages. Includes a comprehensive and flexible benefits package comprised of paid time off, affordable medical / dental / vision plan coverage, disability benefits, life / accidental / critical illness insurance, State Teachers Retirement System and other retirement plan options. Coverage for dependents, spouses and domestic partners also available.
Special Note : If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location / campus to respond to onsite work demands upon the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354 : 1-40-01.1 Recruitment and Selection Procedure.
Special Instructions to Applicants : During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and / or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.
Equal Opportunity Statement : Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment / educational opportunity institution.
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