Assistant Professor of Counselling (Tenure Track)

Tyndale University invites candidates to apply for a full-time, tenure track faculty position at the seminary.

Position Description

The selected candidate will be part of a department offering a full range of clinical counselling courses recognized by the CRPO that integrate rigorous theoretical understanding with applied psychotherapy methods and skills. The counselling program, one of the largest programs in the seminary, prepares students for professional clinical practice in counselling and psychotherapy. The integration of spirituality and practice is a program distinctive. The incumbent will teach foundational courses in Counselling Theories and Methods, Gender and Socioeconomic Perspectives, Cross-Cultural Perspectives, Professional Ethics, as well as courses in one’s area of specialization. This position is expected to start on July 1, 2025.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Teaching, scholarship, and service comprise the three-fold responsibilities of all faculty members
• Teach a full load of courses (six per academic year)
• Participate in counselling department and general seminary faculty meetings and committee work as assigned
• Engage in advising students and the supervision of student research projects (either in the MDiv or MA tracks)
• Pursue research and scholarship in their areas of interest

Position Qualifications:

Education:

• Ideal candidate should have undergraduate degree in Psychology, master’s degree in counselling, doctoral degree (or in progress) in counselling or a related field
• Registered Psychotherapist with the CRPO (or equivalent)
• Degree or some courses in Bible, Theology; competencies in Integration of Psychology and Theology (preferred)

Experience:

• Clinical experience as a Registered Psychotherapist
• Proven experience in supervising student research projects
• Teaching experience for students at the post-secondary level
• Engaged in academic research projects 

Skills and Abilities:

• Possesses strong clinical skills
• Demonstrates competency in teaching (with proven background experience)
• Able to communicate clearly
• Able to collaborate and work as a team
• Integrates clinical practice with theology and faith

Personal Characteristics:

• Demonstrate mature character
• Able to adapt successfully to changing situations & conditions
• Self-motivated "team player" who will take responsibility for his/her actions and work
• A passion for higher education and the desire to play a key role in attracting and preparing students to become exceptional members of society
• A keen desire to serve family, church, work and community.
• A firm commitment to Tyndale’s mission, values, Statement of Faith and Community Standards

Physical and Mental Demands:

• Moderate to high level of stress.
• Respond to inquiries with a high degree of patience and diplomacy.
• May encounter challenging people from time to time.

Salary Range: $65,000 - $77,000, commensurate with experience.

How to Apply

External candidates can apply for the position at the External Career Center. While we thank all those interested, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Internal candidates can apply on ADP Workforce Now through the Career Centre. The Career Center can be accessed through the path Myself > Talent > Career Center.