19 professor of practice jobs found in University Park

  Description   The Division of Psychology and Counseling at Governors State University in University Park, IL, United States, invites candidates to apply for an on-campus Lecturer  position in our CACREP accredited Counseling program. This position will begin mid-August 2026. This is a full-time, twelve-month teaching position with typically three courses each term (Fall, Spring, and Summer) for a total of 27 credits a year. There is additional compensation for teaching more credits. This is a continuing position as long as all retention criteria are met each year.   The faculty member may be assigned to teach courses on campus and occasionally online in the Master of Arts program and the doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision (CES) program.This position is for the specialization in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. The Master of Arts in Counseling program offers three sequences, which include Clinical Mental Health...

Description   Governors State University (GovState)   invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Social Work within the College of Health and Human Services . We seek candidates to teach courses across micro, mezzo, and macro levels of practice primarily in the BSW program, and as needed at the MSW level. This position will start in mid-August 2026.   The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to the Social Work Department ’s mission to provide “accessible and equitable education centered on developing competent social work leaders committed to social justice and transforming society one person, one community, and one system at a time.” Salary is competitive and will be commensurate with experience.  We seek an individual who has: A demonstrated record of excellence in teaching. Significant social work practice experience.  A commitment to social...

Description   The Division of Psychology and Counseling at Governors State University in University Park, IL, United States, invites candidates to apply for an on-campus Lecturer  position in our CACREP accredited Counseling program. This position will begin mid-August 2026. This is a full-time, twelve-month teaching position with typically three courses each term (Fall, Spring, and Summer) for a total of 27 credits a year. There is additional compensation for teaching more credits. This is a continuing position as long as all retention criteria are met each year.   The faculty member may be assigned to teach courses on campus and occasionally online in the Master of Arts program and the doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision (CES) program.This position is for the specialization in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. The Master of Arts in Counseling program offers three sequences, which include Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC);...

  Description   Governors State University (GovState)   invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in the Department of Social Work within the College of Health and Human Services . We seek candidates to teach courses across micro, mezzo, and macro levels of practice primarily in the BSW program, and as needed at the MSW level. This position will start in mid-August 2026.   The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to the Social Work Department ’s mission to provide “accessible and equitable education centered on developing competent social work leaders committed to social justice and transforming society one person, one community, and one system at a time.” Salary is competitive and will be commensurate with experience.  We seek an individual who has: A demonstrated record of excellence in teaching. Significant social work practice experience.  A commitment...

  Description Adjuncts are hired on a course basis each term. Salary Range for Adjuncts teaching in this academic area is $500.00 - $3,500.00 per course.  Governors State University’s College of Health and Human Services seeks to create an available pool of Adjunct Faculty candidates to teach courses in our  Department of Occupational Therapy .  Courses taught by adjunct faculty in the above programs are for undergraduates, graduates, or a combination of both. Please visit our website for more information about the programs and courses offered for undergraduates and graduates.  Interested individuals are invited to complete a faculty profile, attach a curriculum vitae, and transcripts for consideration.  At Governors State University, adjunct faculty are hired as temporary faculty with teaching responsibilities for a specific course in a semester or summer session....

  Description Adjuncts are hired on a course basis each term. Salary Range for Adjuncts teaching in this academic area is $2,100.00 - $2,500.00 per course. Governors State University’s  College of Health and Human Services  seeks to create an available pool of Adjunct Faculty candidates to teach  BSW  and  MSW  Foundation Level courses and Field Practicum and Integrative Seminars. The major responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member are to have extensive practice experience, knowledge in the assigned teaching area and participate in all related curricular meetings as needed. Interested individuals are invited to complete a faculty profile, attach a curriculum vitae, and transcripts for consideration. At Governors State University, adjunct faculty are hired as temporary faculty with teaching responsibilities for a specific course in a semester or summer session....

  Description GOVERNORS STATE UNIVERSITY SEEKS VISITING DIRECTOR FOR FALL 2025 SEMESTER Governors State University’s Theatre and Performance Studies program invites applications for a Visiting Director position for the 2025-2026 season, specifically Fall 2025. A $2,700.00 stipend will be offered for this assignment.   The undergraduate program in Theatre and Performance Studies  (TAPS), launched in 2014, provides students with an innovative and engaged approach to performance. Bridging theory with practice, the verbal with the visual, the major situates performance—from theatrical presentations proper to acts of everyday life—as a transformative agent of social, cultural, political, and personal change. Committed to the art of storytelling, TAPS considers performing the stories of others, as well as of the self, imperative for initiating and sustaining a dialogue of...

Description   Governors State University  invites qualified candidates to submit their credentials for consideration to fill the position of Chief Operating Officer and Senior Associate Vice President (COO).  Reporting to the President of Governors State University and serving on the cabinet, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) serves as a senior administrative leader responsible for ensuring the effective, efficient, and strategic operation of Governors State University’s core administrative and operational functions. Overseeing Facilities Management (FDM) , Procurement and Business Services , Information Technology Services (ITS) , and the Public Safety Department , and other auxiliary responsibilities as assigned by the president. The COO ensures that the university’s infrastructure, services, and systems operate seamlessly in support of academic excellence and student success. This role provides cross-divisional leadership to advance...

  Description   Governors State University  invites qualified candidates to submit their credentials for consideration to fill the position of Chief Operating Officer and Senior Associate Vice President (COO).  Reporting to the President of Governors State University and serving on the cabinet, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) serves as a senior administrative leader responsible for ensuring the effective, efficient, and strategic operation of Governors State University’s core administrative and operational functions. Overseeing Facilities Management (FDM) , Procurement and Business Services , Information Technology Services (ITS) , and the Public Safety Department , and other auxiliary responsibilities as assigned by the president. The COO ensures that the university’s infrastructure, services, and systems operate seamlessly in support of academic excellence and student success. This role provides cross-divisional leadership...

  Description   Governors State University (GSU) is a minority-serving institution and emerging Hispanic-serving institution in the Chicago Southland region seeking to hire 1 full-time, tenure track position. The rank for the full-time position will be Assistant/Associate. Employment will start for the Fall 2026 semester with hiring continuing until positions are filled. Qualified applicants will have an earned Doctoral Degree in Behavioral Health, Community or Public Health, Rehabilitation, Health Sciences, or a closely related field. We are seeking candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas:   Community Health Systems and Theories Behavioral Health Interventions and Treatment Public Health Policy and Administration Health Promotion Evaluation and Implementation Social Determinants of Health Disability and Rehabilitation Science Chronic Illness and Disease Management  and / or Chronic...

  Description   Governors State University (GSU) is a minority-serving institution and emerging Hispanic-serving institution in the Chicago Southland region seeking to hire 1 full-time, tenure track position. The rank for the full-time position will be Assistant/Associate. Employment will start for the Fall 2026 semester with hiring continuing until positions are filled. Qualified applicants will have an earned Doctoral Degree in Behavioral Health, Community or Public Health, Rehabilitation, Health Sciences, or a closely related field. We are seeking candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas:   Community Health Systems and Theories Behavioral Health Interventions and Treatment Public Health Policy and Administration Health Promotion Evaluation and Implementation Social Determinants of Health Disability and Rehabilitation Science Chronic Illness and Disease Management  and / or Chronic...

  Description   Governors State University (University Park, IL) is a minority serving institution inviting applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Social Sciences and Secondary Education  beginning the Fall 2026 semester.    This full-time position will have the following responsibilities: teaching undergraduate and graduate social science methods courses  supervising Social Science student teachers  teaching history content area courses   Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in history, education, or a closely related field or an Ed.D. with advanced content in history or a closely related field. The candidate must hold a secondary teacher license and have a subfield or extensive training and experience in teacher education.     Qualifications include advanced knowledge in educational technology, curriculum design, and best instructional practices for teaching diverse...

  Description Adjuncts are hired on a course basis each term. Salary Range for Adjuncts teaching in this academic area is $300.00 - $4,500.00 per course. Governors State University’s  College of Health and Human Services seeks to create an available pool of Adjunct Clinical and Teaching Faculty candidates to supervise graduate students and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the Communication Disorders program. The major responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member would include one or more of the following: 1. to serve as university supervisor of graduate students in external practica in speech-language pathology (i.e., serve as liaison between university and external practicum site); 2. to serve as a clinical supervisor of graduate students in a pre-practicum course in speech-language in pediatric and adult community settings; 3. to teach undergraduate and/or...

  Description Adjuncts are hired on a course basis each term. Salary Range for Adjuncts teaching in this academic area is $500.00 - $3,750.00 per course. Governors State University’s  College of Arts and Sciences   seeks to create an available pool of local (Chicagoland area) Adjunct  Faculty candidates to teach undergraduate courses in Philosophy . Essential Responsibilities We are particularly interested in adjunct faculty to teach courses in the following areas: Ethics in Healthcare (online), Logic & Practical Reasoning (on-campus), and Philosophy of Religion (any modality).    Interested individuals are invited to complete a faculty profile, attach a curriculum vita, cover letter, transcripts and list of references for consideration. If available, please also include a sample syllabus.  At Governors State University, adjunct faculty are hired as...

  Description Adjuncts are hired on a course basis each term. Salary Range for Adjuncts teaching in this academic area is $500.00 - $3,750.00 per course. The  Theatre and Performance Studies (TAPS) program Production Manager is  responsible for the performance of a variety of managerial, supervisory, organizational, and assisted support duties as they relate to the three TAPS productions of each academic year. The Production Manager works closely with the Division Chair of the  Division of Arts and Letters (DAL) , the TAPS Artistic Director, the TAPS program faculty, and the Center of Performing Arts (CPA) technical, marketing, and box office staff. Essential Responsibilities Talent and Materials Procurement  (25%) · Coordinate selection of design, directing, consulting, and stage management staff as required per production. · Upon identification, work with...

  Description Position Overview Adjuncts are hired on a course basis each term. S alary Range for Non-Instructional Adjuncts in this academic area is $3,500.00 - $5,000.00 per course/assignment. The Division of Education and Leadership   in the College of Education and Human Development at Governors State University is seeking a dedicated Technical Support Specialist to serve as a Non-Instructional Adjunct Faculty Member in the Interdisciplinary Leadership (INLD) Program. This specialized position focuses exclusively on providing comprehensive dissertation development support to doctoral students throughout their research journey. Essential Responsibilities Primary Responsibilities Dissertation Support Services Guide doctoral students through the...

  Description The Family Development Center is looking to hire an Extra Help Cook. This position assists current staff with cooking and serving all meals per a specified menu and time schedule, maintains cleaning and sanitizing requirements, ensures kitchen inventories, and follows all compliance regulations of the State Board of Health regulations, CACFP guidelines, State of Illinois Child Care Regulations and Early Head Start regulations. Essential Responsibilities 1.        Cook and serve all meals per specified menu and time schedule 2.        Prepare PM snack and AM snack for evening and next morning, prior to leaving for the day  3.        Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and dishes after all meals and snacks 4.        Purchase necessary food items for snack and meal preparation 5.        Wash and sterilize bottles...

  Description Governors State University seeks to fill the position of Preschool Professional . Essential Responsibilities 75% 1. Under the direction of Early Childhood Teacher, implement an age appropriate, success oriented, and developmentally appropriate curriculum meeting all  NAEYC  requirements. Work as a team with the teaching team, and Lead Teacher to design an environment and activities to meet the need of individual children while remaining responsive and aware of group needs. 2. Follow and maintain daily routines and schedule for all individual children in the class. Maintain classroom management by being on the floor engaging all children in play, especially during routines such as diapering and feeding times. Create a warm and accepting environment for children, families, students, volunteers and community members. Follow all  DCFS  standards. 3. Ensure the...

  Description Governors State University seeks to fill the position of Closing Infant/Toddler Teacher . Salary is $37,537-$48,673 offer is based on experience and education. The successful candidate will have the responsibility to implement a success oriented, developmentally appropriate program for Early Head Start children in a mixed age classroom ages 6 weeks to 3 years. Early Head Start teachers integrate all aspects of Early Head Start Performance Standards,  NAEYC  standards, and Illinois Day Care Regulations into the schedule and curriculum for each child including any special items as directed including but not limited to nutrition, behavior, or Individual Family Service Plans. Early Head Start teachers work in teaching teams of two or three in conjunction with the Education Director to design the environment and create lesson plans to meet the individual health,...