Sessional Faculty, Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology

About Us:

We are looking for the visionaries, the change-makers, the self-starters who are seeking more from their career. Change begins with the small decisions we make, each day, to support each other and strive to create inspiring incredible educational experiences for all students, no matter where they are or how they learn. This concept connects deeply to the idea that, in choosing a career with Yorkville University, you will have the opportunity to push boundaries, flex your creativity and inspire positive change for so many people. It’s also a call-back to the transformative power of education itself. Seek a career that will challenge you to make a meaningful difference through work with a passionate, empowered team in an environment where your voice matters and your ideas are always important.

If you want to shine a light on academic excellence, be empowered to make an impact on the transformation of the Canadian post-secondary education landscape, and work collaboratively beyond levels, join us.

Who we need:

Our Faculty of Behavioral Sciences has started hiring for course openings in Winter, 2025. We are seeking Sessional/Part Time Professors to teach within our Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP) program for the practicum courses and skills-based courses which include online synchronous components. There will be an orientation and training provided prior to being assigned a teaching schedule.

With an earned doctoral degree in Counselling, Psychology, or related field from a recognized university, registration/certification with an appropriate professional regulatory body or association in your province/jurisdiction (in adherence to relevant provincial regulatory laws), and at least five years in the field of Counselling Psychology or a related profession, you will deliver university courses at the graduate level. You will draw on the most recent research and practices in Canadian counselling and psychology, and demonstrate sensitivity and education in equality, diversity, inclusion and decolonization and its impact on the field and teaching.

This is a remote opportunity with an online delivery platform (Moodle, Brightspace commencing winter 2025).

Applications must include current Clinical License along with Official Transcript from the Doctorate institution. Accepting applications from across Canada.

What you will do:

• Teaching and facilitating counselling psychology theory and skills courses
• Fostering student success through ongoing support and coaching
• Managing discussion forums and learning activities through the Brightspace platform
• Timely marking and feedback for all student assessments
• Respond to student inquiries and concerns
• Coordinate with Practicum Supervisors to complete Formative and Summative evaluations
• Facilitate online synchronous activities related to the curriculum
• Perform administrative tasks related to the course
• Support strategic program growth and ensure ongoing self-development in the field

What you bring:

• A conferred Doctorate degree in counselling, psychology, psychotherapy, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years work experience in counselling, psychology, psychotherapy, or related field
• Active clinical practice registration/certification/license with an appropriate professional regulatory body or association in your province/jurisdiction (in adherence to relevant provincial regulatory laws)
• Teaching experience at graduate level is a strong asset
• Experience using Moodle online delivery platform is a strong asset
• Exceptional English communication skills, both written and verbal

What's in it for you:

• A transformative, accessible and flexible higher education environment
• Working within a team that shares a passion for learning, teaching, and growing
• Supporting highly motivated and engaged learners
• An inclusive, supportive, and diverse work environment throughout our three campus locations

What does the best of all worlds mean at Yorkville University:

• An atmosphere that successfully blends an entrepreneurial culture with education. We value innovation and continuously look towards expanding our programming, working with the latest research, tools, and solutions. As a private school with government approval of our offerings, we have the opportunity to do more, stay current, and be future-forward.
• The chance to accelerate your career and disrupt education by responding to the needs you see and purposefully challenging the status quo. Everything we do here is about delighting and engaging our employees - and ultimately our students- from mentorship to teaching, from creative outlets to analytical ones.
• A place where all individuals feel welcomed in the academic and workplace environments and can bring their authentic selves to the educational and work spheres. We celebrate the full range of human diversity, and we acknowledge that equal access to opportunities and services may require the removal of barriers that equity-seeking communities experience in trying to obtain this access.
• The opportunity to grow with access to free courses, certifications, and programs - right up to our Doctorate offerings.
• An appreciation for the insights and skills you bring to work with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including a wide breadth of wellness services, and a work-life balance.

Join us:

We welcome and appreciate candidates with a range of backgrounds and experiences. If you have 70% of the qualifications we are looking for, express your interest now.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are a critical component of life at Yorkville Education Company and we are committed to making these values an integral part of our culture. We encourage applications from all qualified applicants, including women, persons with disabilities, Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC), people from the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transsexual, Queer, Questioning, Two-Spirit, Intersex, Asexual + (LGBTQ2SIA+) community, and other equity-seeking groups.

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