Assistant/Associate Professor, Counseling and Human Development

Keypath Education

Assistant/Associate Professor teaching in Counseling and Human Development program at Walsh University. Contributing to academic excellence, student success, and program operations in an online environment.

Posted 6/11/2026full-timeNorth Canton • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Teach graduate-level courses in counseling, with a focus on content areas aligned with the candidate’s clinical expertise (addictions background and dual licensure a plus)
Assist in the ongoing review, development, and refinement of curriculum in collaboration with the Program Chair and faculty team
Utilize engaging, inclusive, and evidence-based instructional strategies in both synchronous and asynchronous learning environments
Advise and mentor graduate students in both academic and professional development
Participate in student remediation and retention efforts, focusing on using a developmental, strengths-based, student-centered approach
Maintain an active scholarly agenda relevant to counseling practice or counselor education
Serve on school and/or university-level committees
Engage in professional development and contribute to the profession through active membership in relevant associations
Collaborate with faculty colleagues to support accreditation efforts and program operations
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by university and program leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

Education: PhD in Counselor Education & Supervision from a CACREP accredited institution (ABD considered for exceptional candidates, with an expected degree completion date of December 2025 from a CACREP accredited institution)
Meet CACREP expectations for core faculty
Eligible for licensure as an LPC and/or school counselor in the state of Ohio
Addictions / Chemical Dependency experience and credentials a plus
Demonstrated experience as a licensed clinical practitioner in community mental health settings or as a licensed school counselor
Prior teaching experience at the graduate level (especially in a CACREP accredited graduate program) is preferred
Experience in curriculum/course development preferred
Experience with online teaching
Professional demeanor, positive attitude, and commitment to student-centered education and development.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and contribute to complex projects in a collaborative manner.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work considered

ATS Keywords

✓ Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

curriculum developmentonline teachingclinical practiceaddictions counselingdual licensurestudent remediationevidence-based instructional strategiesacademic advisingprofessional developmentcommunity mental health

Soft Skills

mentoringcollaborationstudent-centered approachpositive attitudeprofessional demeanorability to manage prioritiescommitment to educationengagementcommunicationleadership

Certifications

PhD in Counselor Education & SupervisionLPC licensureschool counselor licensure