Faculty - Tenure Track, Graduate Education, School Counseling

The School of Education at Utah Valley University invites applications for a full-time,
three-semester tenure-track faculty position in the Graduate Education Department
, specializing in School Counseling
. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated knowledge of counselor education principles and practices as well as several years of relevant K-12 school counseling experience. This individual will primarily teach graduate courses in school counselor education and/or other courses as deemed appropriate, based on their training and experience. Successful applicants will be expected to obtain International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Certification within one year of hire if they are not already ISTE Certified, as part of our School of Education’s commitment to innovation and excellence in digital teaching and learning.

The position will begin on August 1st, 2026.

UVU’s School of Education prepares forward-thinking educators and leaders through innovative teaching, reflective teaching practice, cutting-edge research, ethical AI integration, and impactful partnerships with schools, communities, and industries. The School of Education seeks to build on a tradition of excellence in school counselor preparation while looking to the future. Growing changes and global connectedness require individuals who are open to new platforms for teaching and learning.

The Graduate Education Department within the School of Education currently offers graduate degrees in Secondary Education, K‑12 Education Leadership, School Counseling, Applied Behavior Analysis, Advancement in Teaching and Learning, Endorsement Plus, Higher Education Leadership, and other graduate certificates and endorsements. These degrees help fill the growing demand for educator professionals across the state of Utah.

Utah Valley University is a comprehensive state institution of higher education with over 46,000 students and offers highly competitive benefits to faculty. UVU, located in Orem, Utah, near some of the premier outdoor activity areas in the country.

Orem is on the western front of the Wasatch Mountains and offers access to numerous outdoor activities, including snow sports, hiking, mountain biking, and hunting. The UVU campus is served by a wonderful public transit system, including a rail line that runs along the entire Wasatch Front urban corridor. The UVU School of Education has strong ties with other universities and with professionals within and outside of Utah.

UVU and the School of Education support students in engaged learning by offering many experiential learning opportunities.

The application must include a cover letter, CV, graduate transcript, and a statement of teaching philosophy. A PhD in a field closely related to the field of instruction must be completed by the date of appointment.

• Teach a 4‑4 course load consisting primarily of graduate classes within the school counseling program and/or other courses as deemed appropriate.
• Demonstrate flexibility in modalities and schedules that accommodate graduate students’ availability and work commitments.
• Maintain and submit accurate and current reports and records involving student accountability, attendance, performance, and follow‑up. Establish and maintain office hours. Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.
• Maintain currency in fields of expertise/research/pedagogy. Assist department chair, faculty, and staff in maintaining an effective program, including advisement and recruitment of students, curriculum development, program changes, etc. Serve on committees and attend meetings as assigned. Conduct oneself in a professional manner.

• Graduation from an accredited institution with a doctorate degree in a field closely related to the field of instruction (or ABD with dissertation defense scheduled – degree must be in hand by position start date).
• At least two years of relevant K‑12 school counseling experience.
• Current School Counseling License.

• At least two years of college/university teaching experience.
• Earned relevant professional license or credentials.
• Evidence of scholarly pursuits and…