Speech Language Pathology - Adjunct Faculty; Pool

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This is a flexible, semester-based faculty position within the Bethel University Speech-Language Pathology program (Undergraduate and Master's Programs). The faculty member's primary role is to contribute to the program's mission of preparing competent entry-level Speech-Language Pathologists through academic instruction, clinical supervision, and limited student advising. The specific teaching assignment and load will be determined collaboratively with the Program Director, based on the candidate's availability and the specific needs of the undergraduate or graduate curriculum and clinic.

This adjunct pool is being established to secure expert faculty for teaching and clinical supervision across our undergraduate and graduate SLP programs. The role primarily involves teaching one course per semester or providing on-campus clinical practicum supervision (3-credit-hour load). We are actively seeking instructors with specialization in areas such as Child Language/Literacy, Foundational Ethics, Speech Sound Disorders, and Advanced Adult/Pediatric Topics (e.g., AAC, Stuttering, Swallowing).

While applications are accepted continuously, the anticipated start date for the first contracted positions is the Fall 2026 semester.

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses (typically one course per semester as needed, including potential summer assignments), utilizing expertise in Speech-Language Pathology (SLP).
• Supervise on-campus clinical practicum experiences (approximately 5-6 hours per week for a 3-credit-hour load), focusing on clinical teaching and mentorship.
• Review student performance data, grades, and feedback to provide direct student assessment and collaboration in the remediation process for students under their direct supervision, ensuring timely support.
• Foster a collaborative learning environment by effectively interacting with students, clients/patients, faculty, and staff.

Skills: The successful candidate must possess expert knowledge of best practices in both didactic instruction and clinical supervision for SLP students. This expertise is vital for fulfilling contractual duties, which may include teaching undergraduate or graduate courses (typically one per semester, including summer, as needed) or supervising on-campus clinical practicum experiences (e.g., 5-6 hours per week for a 3-credit-hour load). The candidate must be skilled at utilizing student performance data to assess progress, provide feedback, and collaborate on remediation plans.

Furthermore, a high level of cultural and emotional intelligence is crucial to effectively build internal and external relationships and interact with diverse students and client populations.

Experience: Successful candidates must possess the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (ASHA CCC-SLP) for a minimum of two years at the time of the interview and must be eligible for state licensure in Speech-Language Pathology in Minnesota. A minimum of two years of experience in clinical service delivery and supervision is required. All areas of expertise will be considered (e.g., swallowing, articulation, language, social communication, literacy, counseling, special populations, AAC).

The candidate must have excellent oral and written communication…