Counselor Associate (Part-time) Pool 2026 - 2027

Posting Details

Before applying, be sure to read the "Application Procedure" section below.

Posting Summary


Job Title
Counselor Associate (Part-time) Pool 2026 - 2027


Type of Assignment
Part-Time Faculty


Assignment Category
Temporary Assignment


Position Details


MiraCosta College is accepting applications to build a pool of instructors for possible future part-time assignments at all locations. The department chairperson or designee will review applications only if vacancies become available.

Instructors may be assigned to any campus or authorized facility. Assignments may include days, evenings, or weekends.

Applications are valid through June 30, 2027, at which time they will expire. A new posting for this pool will be posted on July 1, 2027, and those still interested will need to reapply at that time.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT:

MiraCosta College Board Policy 7800: Employee Residency requires all associate faculty employees to maintain and permanently reside in a principal place of residence in the state of California that is within two-hundred (200) road miles from the employee's regularly assigned district worksite. The purpose of the policy is to promote efficiency and continuity throughout all campus administrative functions, provide students with high quality assistance and accessibility to all academic and campus services, ensure that students receive an engaging education, and respond to emerging student needs.

Associate faculty who have a fully online assignment with the District must reside within the state of California, but may live beyond two-hundred (200) road miles from their designated District worksite without requiring the exception detailed below.

The District may consider an individual request to temporarily reside outside of the State of California or outside the 200-mile limit on a case-by-case basis, not to exceed twelve consecutive months.

Location City
Oceanside, Cardiff, and/or Carlsbad


Location State
California


Student Demographics


MiraCosta College serves a diverse student population.

The credit student population in Fall 2025 is as follows: by ethnicity, 44% Latinx, 8% Asian, 3% Black/African American, 1% Middle Eastern or North African, 1% Pacific Islander, 0% American Indian/Alaska Native, 32% White, 9% two or more races, and 2% unknown; by gender, 57% female, 40% male, 0% nonbinary, and 3% unknown; and by age category (average age 25.1), 66% ages under 17-24, 23% ages 25-39, and 10% age 40 and over.

Diversity is also evidenced by student-veterans, re-entry students, students with disabilities, international students, and students who identify as LGBTQIA+.

Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility (IDEA)


MiraCosta College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing an educational environment that affirms and supports diversity in its faculty, staff, and administration, and promoting an environment of inclusion. The college's commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility is expressed in board policy 3400 found on the MiraCosta College Board of Trustees webpage: .


MiraCosta College is committed to creating a racially just campus climate. Individuals and their diverse cultures and identities are welcomed, nurtured, and validated. MiraCosta College takes institutional responsibility for closing the equity gap for disproportionately impacted populations including Latinx and Chicanx communities, Black and African American communities, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities, Native American communities, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer/questioning, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQIA+) communities, veteran communities, former foster youth, adult students, and students from low socioeconomic statuses. MiraCosta will continue to serve all constituents with values rooted in equity, diversity, inclusion, and community. MiraCosta College's Mission, Vision, Commitment, and Institutional Values & Goals can be viewed at .


The college was designated as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) in 2013. This designation reflects the great responsibility that MiraCosta has to the educational attainment and economic well-being of the surrounding community. We are a veteran and military supportive institution and an Achieving the Dream Leader College. New associate faculty will join a campus that exhibits its dedication to all students and faculty through offering robust, culturally-responsive events, including speaker series dedicated to heritage month events through the Social Justice and Equity Center.

About the Department


MiraCosta College believes that cultural competency with regard to ethnic, cultural, social, and economic backgrounds is an essential skill for success in today's workplace. Our faculty often collaborate on ways to integrate this competency requirement into their department's program through equity-minded teaching strategies both in and out of the classroom.

In many MiraCosta departments, desirable qualifications for their faculty include relevant work, community service, advising, extracurricular experience and/or academic preparation that demonstrates an understanding of minoritized and underrepresented students such as African American, Latinx, Pacific Islander, undocumented/mixed status, LGBTQIA+, first generation, or formerly incarcerated individuals.

Compensation


$77.27 to $94.01 per hour. Initial class placement is based on education. All new associate faculty start at step 1.

To calculate pay for non-classroom assignments use the following formula:

Hourly Pay Rate x # of Hours Worked = Total Pay

Benefits
• Sick leave
• Retirement benefits under the California State Teachers' Retirement System (CalSTRS)
• Health insurance option for qualifying associate faculty assignments
• Free and confidential employee assistance program
• Wellness Program
• Professional Development Opportunities

Application Procedure


In order to be considered for this position, you must submit the following:

1. An application.

2. A cover letter discussing methods, theories, or technologies especially relevant to your teaching style and describing any qualifications not evident in your resume or curriculum vitae.

3. A resume/CV summarizing your educational background and experience.

4. Transcripts

a. Transcripts of ALL college degrees/coursework needed to qualify for this position; unofficial or legible copies are acceptable but must indicate that the degree(s) has been conferred, if applicable.

If you do not possess the EXACT degree major(s) listed in the Minimum Qualifications section, you will need to submit an equivalency narrative and supporting documentation if and when the department decides to hire you. At that point, Human Resources will work with you to submit the request. If you would like to submit a brief statement outlining how you are equivalent at the time of application, please feel free to do so, but the full request and supporting documents are not required for application purposes. View the instructions for equivalency requests on the Equivalency Committee webpage:


All degrees and units used to satisfy the minimum qualifications must be from postsecondary institutions accredited by an accreditation agency recognized by either the U.S. Department of Education or the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation. If your degree/coursework is from a college or university anywhere outside of the United States, you must submit a detailed evaluation from a professional evaluation agency. A partial list of agencies can be found at . Transcripts or translations in English still require the evaluation to show the U.S. equivalence of your degree.

b. If needed to meet the minimum qualifications, a copy (front and back) of your fully satisfied, lifetime California Community College credential authorizing service in the appropriate discipline.

Applicants will not be contacted unless selected for interview. Offer of employment to the persons selected for these positions is contingent upon: 1) submission of a current TB test clearance; 2) proof of eligibility to work in the United States; 3) fingerprint clearance; and 4) submission of official transcripts indicating appropriate degree(s) awarded or submission of a valid appropriate California Community College credential.

Minimum Qualifications


The transcripts you are attaching to provide evidence that you meet the minimum qualifications below must state the degree title, major, and date awarded.

(1) Master's degree in counseling, career development, educational counseling, guidance counseling, counseling psychology, rehabilitation counseling, clinical psychology, social work, marriage and family therapy, or marriage, family and child counseling;

(2) OR a Master's degree in Education, Concentration: Counseling; Education: Counseling Option; Education: Counseling and Guidance Concentration; Education: Educational and Clinical Counseling; Education: Educational Counseling; Education: School Counseling; Social Welfare; Guidance and Counseling; or Marriage & Family Counseling (approved comparable degree majors at MiraCosta College);

(3) OR a Bachelor's degree in any of the majors listed in (1) above AND a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) license valid in California;

(4) OR a valid appropriate California Community College Credential in the discipline area.

(5) OR the equivalent*.

AND have sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

*Applicants wishing to claim equivalence to the minimum qualifications should follow the instructions and guidelines on the Equivalency Committee webpage:

Desirable Qualifications

Basic Function


Under direction, provide counseling services to students with a wide variety of backgrounds and variety of needs; develop education plans with students to achieve their academic goals; plan, organize and teach assigned counseling courses in accordance with approved course outlines, education code requirements and faculty contract provisions; provide feedback and guidance to students and evaluate student performance; and perform related duties as assigned.

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Essential Duties & Responsibilities


The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

1. Meet with students on an appointment and drop-in basis to assess their academic and career goals and personal situations and needs; work with students to tailor abbreviated (one semester) or comprehensive education plans, advising them on courses required, sequencing of courses and other requirements for meeting their academic and career goals; perform unofficial prior course credit evaluations in order to advise students; document counseling notes and plans.

2. Explain district policies and procedures and assist students in completing a wide variety of forms required to meet their needs, including petitions for graduation and academic renewal, prior course credit transcript evaluation requests, alternatives to matriculation and others; provide information on transfer and other requirements.

3. Assist students in exploring and evaluating career options based on individual skills and interests; provide student counseling with regard to personal needs and situations; provide referrals to student support services and other departments to assist students in meeting their needs.

4. Plan, organize and develop instructional materials including presentations, lectures, demonstrations, homework assignments, laboratory exercises and project assignments consistent with approved course outlines; teach courses utilizing sound pedagogical methods and instructional strategies most appropriate to communicating subject matter to students to meet learning objectives; modify, as necessary, instructional methods to meet diverse student needs; use available instructional technologies such as the internet, online learning and interactive technologies to enrich and facilitate student learning; participate in the review and selection of textbooks and other student materials for assigned courses.

5. Provide prompt feedback on student assignments; evaluate student performance fairly and consistently; assign grades and maintain course/student records in accordance with district standards, policies and procedures; submit and post grades and submit other records following appropriate procedures by established deadlines.

6. Be available to students by telephone, email, Blackboard or personal conference to answer questions and provide encouragement and assistance in completing course assignments and projects; meet scheduled meeting and office hours as established for assigned courses; maintain a flexible schedule to meet student needs; refer students to other faculty or campus resources to resolve problems/issues beyond the purview of faculty.

7. Maintain accurate and complete course records as required by law, regulations and district policies and procedures; record student attendance and other data using course management software; submit attendance and other records by required deadlines.

8. Maintain the confidentiality of student information.

9. Contribute to maintaining a collegial environment and collaborate with department chairs and other faculty to participate in developing policies, standards, curricula changes and other matters; demonstrate willingness to substitute for other faculty when needed to meet college or student needs.

10. Play an active role in campus life; attend faculty and staff meetings; participate in activities that contribute to the educational goals of the college and its constituents; serve on campus committees or task forces.

11. Meet professional responsibilities in accordance with contractual obligations.

Other Duties


1. Stay current in academic or program discipline, including maintaining licensure, certification or continuing education requirements where appropriate.

2. May make arrangements for and lead field trips and attendance at other events associated with course of study.

3. Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of


1. Theory, concepts, principles, techniques and conventions applicable to assigned academic disciplines and courses at an advanced level.

2. Teaching and instructional techniques and strategies applicable to student learning at varying levels of subject matter and language proficiency.

3. Trends, developments and uses of educational technologies including online learning and course management systems such as Blackboard.

4. State education code, Title 5 and other applicable laws related to curriculum requirements and approval and reporting processes.

5. Instructional and tutorial techniques and methods applicable to a diverse range of students including those with physical, emotional and learning disabilities.

6. District organization, operations, policies and objectives, and resources available to support student success.

7. Safety policies and safe work practices applicable to the work.

Ability to


1. Evaluate student goals, interests and needs and provide student and educational counseling services to students from diverse educational and personal backgrounds with compassion and sensitivity.

2. Clearly convey, interpret and explain theories, concepts, principles, course content and detailed strategies and plans to a diverse student population.

3. Employ available instructional technologies in ways that maximize student learning.

4. Encourage the development of critical thinking, problem-solving and communication skills through the use of appropriate teaching strategies and student assignments.

5. Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently and return student work promptly to promote student progress.

6. Examine the effectiveness of teaching methodologies being used, in terms of student learning outcome measures and modify as appropriate to meet diverse student needs.

7. Maintain accurate records of student progress and submit grade and attendance records according to established deadlines.

8. Maintain the confidentiality of student information.

9. Meet all teaching and other scheduled responsibilities such as office hours and meetings at the designated times, while keeping a flexible schedule to facilitate student access and learning.

10. Stay abreast of current scholarship and other developments in assigned academic fields through professional development activities.

11. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

12. Operate a computer and standard business software.

13. Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic and disability issues.

14. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all those encountered in the course of work.

Physical Effort


The physical efforts described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Primarily sedentary with intermittent standing, walking, bending and stooping; occasional light lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds; ability to work at a computer, including repetitive use of a computer keyboard, mouse and other control devices; ability to travel to a variety of locations on and off campus as needed to conduct district business.

Emotional Effort


Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships involving interactions and communications personally, by phone and in writing with a variety of individuals and/or groups from diverse backgrounds on a regular, ongoing basis; ability to work effectively under pressure on a variety of tasks concurrently while meeting established deadlines and changing priorities.

Working Conditions


Primarily classroom and business office environments; subject to frequent public contact and interruption; intermittent exposure to individuals acting in a disagreeable fashion; may work at any district location or authorized facility with occasional evenings and/or weekends on an as-needed basis. Occasional local travel may be requested.

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number
AF_25/26_100_P


Human Resources Contact Information
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Job Close Date
06/30/2027


Open Until Filled

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