Earned doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision or Counseling Psychology with a specialization in School Counseling, or a closely related field from a CACREP or an APA accredited program (ABD considered for Assistant Professor with degree completed by date of appointment).
Eligibility to seek Indiana licensure by start date.
Strong potential for excellence in teaching.
Evidence of scholarship appropriate to rank, with a clear research agenda.
Indiana School Counselor license
At least two semesters / 8 months of experience in K-12 school counseling practice.
Understanding and demonstrated capacity for application of the ASCA National Model
At least one semester / 8 months of university teaching or serving as a teaching assistant, preferably at the graduate level.
Committee membership or leadership on groups charged with program coordination, accreditation, or curriculum development.
At least one semester / 4 months of serving as a supervisor, preferably of graduate student counselors or psychologists in training.
Demonstrated ability or strong potential for collaboration with school districts and community partners.
Commitment to the ethical and professional values of school counselors in regard to advocacy for the equitable treatment of all students and establishing inclusive learning environments in which all students can reach their full potential.
Required Certifications:
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How to apply:
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I mportant: Please follow upload instructions for attaching all required documents listed below . Only complete applications will be considered.
REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS:
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae - *Please do not use the Autofill feature for your resume/vitae
Statement of teaching philosophy
Statement of research agenda
Note: Within the application, you will be asked to provide names and contact information for three (3) professional references.
This position will remain open until filled with a consideration date of April 13, 2026. Candidates submitting application materials on or before this date will receive full consideration. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
Benefits
Department:Educational PsychologyStart Date:08/01/2026About this opportunity:The ideal candidate will provide visionary academic leadership for the program while maintaining an active program of scholarship, high-quality teaching, and service aligned with departmental, college, and university expectations.Salary range: $70,000 - $80,000Employer will consider sponsorship.What you'll do and what you will bring:Position Function:Provide visionary academic leadership for the program while maintaining an active program of scholarship, high-quality teaching, and service aligned with departmental, college, and university expectations.Duties/Responsibilities:Program LeadershipServe as Director of the M.A. in School Counseling program.Lead curriculum review and continuous program improvement to ensure alignment with Indiana and national licensure requirements and national accreditation standards.Coordinate program assessment, data collection, reporting, and external review processes.Oversee recruitment, admissions, and student advising within the program.Represent the program in college, university, and state-level meetings as needed.TeachingTeach graduate courses in school counseling, which could include both content and field experience courses.Engage in curriculum innovation.ScholarshipMaintain an active and productive research agenda in school counseling or a related area.Seek external funding to support both research and community/school service delivery as available.Publish in peer-reviewed outlets and present at national and regional conferences.ServiceProvide service to the department, college, university, and profession.Engage with state and national professional organizations.Support partnerships with local schools and youth serving agencies.At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's wVision insurance
Additional Information
Position Title:
Assistant Professor / Associate Professor of School Counseling and Educational Psychology
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