University of Virginia·Albemarle County, Virginia
The position involves teaching and providing content expertise for programs in Counselor Education. Appointments are typically for teaching a single course based on curriculum needs.
The University of Virginia's School of Education and Human Development seeks qualified applicants for the Department of Human Services to teach and provide content expertise for programs in Counselor Education during the 2025-2026 academic year and 2026 summer.
Positions will be filled on an as-needed basis according to curriculum needs and appointments are typically for teaching a single course.
If no position is currently available, we will retain submitted applications on file for future consideration through the 2025-2026 academic year and 2026 summer.
A terminal degree in an appropriate field of study for the course to be taught is required.
Applicants must have a strong commitment to teaching excellence.
Previous K-12 or higher education teaching experience in the course content area is strongly preferred.
To apply, please submit an application online at https://jobs.virginia.edu and search on requisition number: R0077736.
Attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three references.
Please indicate in your cover letter the discipline that you are interested in teaching.
Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website.
The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.
This position will require an Education Verification, Criminal History, Sexual Offender Registry Check.
This is a wage position that is not eligible for leave or other benefits and is limited to 1500 hours of work in a year.
For more information, refer to the Wage Employment link: http://uvapolicy.virginia.edu/policy/HRM-029 This position will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Questions related to the application process may be directed to Jen Krahn, Sr HR Specialist, at jak8w@virginia.edu The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer.
All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
A terminal degree in an appropriate field of study is required, along with a strong commitment to teaching excellence. Previous teaching experience in the course content area is strongly preferred.
Market context
Virginia counselor education lecturer roles are typically competitive because programs look for candidates who can teach effectively while supporting student preparation for licensure and practice. A terminal degree and prior teaching experience in the course content area strengthen an application, and candidates should review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full posting. Before applying, tailor your materials to show teaching excellence and direct alignment with the course content.