Part-Time Counselor (Pool)

Part-Time Counselor (Pool)

Applications for Part-Time, Associate Faculty/Counselor pools are continually accepted (unless otherwise specified) by the District and will be added to the application pool for review by hiring authorities on an as-needed basis. Should you be invited for an interview, you will be contacted by a District representative.

This position is a part-time position as an Associate Counselor. The assignments are as needed, during Spring, Summer, and/or Fall semesters. This position is represented by the West Valley-Mission Federation of Teachers (WVMFT), AFT6554. Work location: Mission College, Santa Clara, CA.

Salary is based on a percentage of workload, up to a maximum of 67% of a full-time load. Salary is prorated based on an initial hiring salary range of $38,464 – $55,582 per semester; and is based on academic achievement, teaching and related experience.

Education – Possess one of the following: Master's degree in counseling, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, counseling psychology, guidance counseling, educational counseling, social work, career development, marriage and family therapy or marriage, family and child counseling; OR Bachelor's degree in any of the above, AND a California License in Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT); OR the equivalent of the above. AND Demonstrated ability to effectively teach, counsel or work with persons of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds.

The ideal candidate will also demonstrate the following desired qualification(s): Experience in teaching study skills and career development classes.

Counseling duties and responsibilities are assigned in accordance with Article 19 of the faculty contract and may consist of one or more of the following: Counsel and advise students, on both an appointment and a drop-in basis. Perform specialized work duties as necessary during registration periods. Provide formal in-service training. Participate in program/service development activities. Perform other duties as required for the department and/or college. Counselors may also be assigned to teach one or more counseling courses during a semester. Counselors have the option of teaching outside their primary area on an overload basis. To be eligible for an assignment outside their area of primary responsibility, they must qualify through the established guidelines. Counselors who teach courses must comply with the same duties required of the instructors as outlined in their job description, including office hours in accordance with Article 100.7.

Interested applicants must submit online all materials requested, including: (1) A completed online West Valley-Mission Community College District application; (2) Resume; (3) Unofficial copies of transcripts; (4) District Equivalency Application, if applicable; and (5) Any requested licenses or certificates, if applicable. All sections of the online application, including Education and Educational Work History, must be completed thoroughly. Supervisor(s) name(s) and telephone numbers must be included in the application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Do NOT send unrequested materials. Unrequested materials will be removed from your application and will not be used for consideration of employment. The employment application and supporting documents represent you; it is to your advantage to fill out the application form carefully and completely.

If a minimum requirement is possession of a degree, then a copy of transcripts is required to be included with your application to verify the degree being awarded. If no transcripts are included, the application may be screened as not meeting minimum requirements. Degrees must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Council on Post-Secondary Accreditation and/or the U.S. Department of Education. Candidates with degrees earned outside of the United States must provide official certification of equivalency to U. S. degrees by a certified U. S. credential review service, must have a U.S. evaluation (course by course of the transcripts) and must be submitted with this online application. If you do not have an electronic version of the transcript, you can get it scanned at an office supply or copy store, then attach the electronic version of your transcript to this online application. Copies of diplomas, grade reports, graduation petitions, transcript evaluations requests, or similar documents WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of transcripts. When uploading transcripts, please ensure they are NOT encrypted, secured, or password-protected or they will be rejected by the system.

Applicants applying under equivalency bear the responsibility of submitting the District's Equivalency Application form with details and evidence of the factors (academic preparation and/or experience) that they believe to be equivalent of the required qualifications for this position. Application(s) for equivalency are required if degrees are not in exact discipline required. The Equivalency Application is included in the online application as an OPTIONAL form to complete. ONLY complete the Request for Equivalency application if degree does not match discipline(s) stated in the Minimum Qualifications. List accurately and completely the courses taken that match requirements of the required degree. Do NOT attach documents such as course evaluations. For reasonable accommodations and assistance, contact: Office of Human Resources, Attn: Recruitment 14000 Fruitvale Ave, Saratoga, CA 95070 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Fax: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io

Applications will be screened by appropriate department representatives on an as-needed basis. Qualified applicants who best meet the needs of the division will be contacted for an interview. Travel expenses to attend the interview are the responsibility of the candidate. Applications will remain in our online system for 1 year. Each year, part-time pools will be refreshed and applicants will be notified of the opportunity to re-submit application. Application materials become the property of the District and will not be returned or duplicated. The district reserves the right to contact former, current, the most recent employers, and others to investigate past employment records of applicants. Upon hire the successful candidate must provide the required documents of identity and authorization to work and attest he/she is authorized to work in the United States. Prior to employment, the selected candidate must submit official transcripts. The district does not provide visa sponsorship.

West Valley-Mission Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that seeks to employ a diverse workforce who will contribute to an inclusive and welcoming educational and employment environment. The District is committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, physical disability, mental disability, genetic information, ancestry, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, language, accent, citizenship status, transgender status, parental status, marital status, economic status, military or veteran status, and medical condition consistent with applicable federal and state laws.

Posting Number - FY13/14-078POOL

Open Date - 05/31/2024

Close Date

Open Until Filled - Yes

1. Describe your counseling skills, highlighting experience in each of the following areas: Educational / Academic Counseling Career Counseling / Career Development Personal Counseling
2. Describe your experience in teaching counseling courses in a community college or related setting.
3. Please describe your experience and skills in counseling a diverse population of students, including students with different abilities, cultural experiences, as well as students who are non-native English speakers.

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Additional Transcripts
2. Other Related Licenses or Certificates
3. Cover Letter
4. Supporting Documentation for Equivalency Request 1
5. Supporting Documentation for Equivalency Request 2
6. Supporting Documentation for Equivalency Request 3