University of Pittsburgh·Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Instruct courses in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and prepare appropriate course materials for students. Assist in revising curricula and ensuring the intellectual integrity of syllabi while participating in teaching effectiveness evaluations.
University of Pittsburgh, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (SHRS) Department of Counseling and Behavioral Health Adjunct Instructors
The Clinical Mental Health Counseling program, which is housed in the Department of Counseling and Behavioral Health, University of Pittsburgh, is looking for up to eight adjunct instructors for fall term (August 15-December 15, 2026).
The position reports to the Counseling Program Director.
Hiring is on a single semester basis, dependent on program needs.
Professional responsibilities of a part-time adjunct instructor include, but are not limited to teaching, preparing appropriate course materials, availability for student meetings, and maintaining a professional educational environment.
A syllabus that includes required course objectives, text book, course content, key assignments, and policies will be provided by the program.
Curriculum responsibilities include assisting with revising course curricula and syllabi, assisting with insuring intellectual integrity of curriculum and syllabi, and ensuring that all courses taught follow standard syllabus format.
Part-time instructors are required to participate in university, school, department, and program evaluations of teaching effectiveness, including OMETs and peer review, and to maintain regular communication with the Program Director.
Potential courses in need of instructors: Foundations of Counseling, Counseling Theories, Addictions Counseling, Culture, Diagnosis, Human Development, Ethics, Substance Abuse, Group Counseling, and Crisis Counseling.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, clinical mental health counseling adjunct roles are typically tied to ongoing program needs and can be competitive because schools look for instructors who combine graduate-level credentials with active licensure and teaching experience. This role requires a master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, or a related field, with a doctoral degree preferred, plus knowledge of teaching and learning. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and tailor your application to both clinical and classroom experience.