Clinical Instructor (Temporary Employee Pool)

University of the Pacific; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 42,705 - 61,992; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in California is seeking a part-time Clinical Instructor to oversee student clinicians in the Department of Speech Language Pathology. Candidates should possess a master's degree and demonstrate teaching success. Responsibilities include providing supervision and feedback, designing educational programs, and advising students. The role offers a competitive pay range of $31-$45 per hour, dependent on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• A master’s degree or its equivalent in the field of specialization with promise of teaching success.
• No full-time continuous appointment for more than three years or more than two years with prior teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision for student clinicians, ensuring quality mentorship.
• Design and conduct educational programs in accordance with the university's policies.
• Advise students on academic progress and recommend candidates for degrees.

Education

Master’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Clinical Instructor (Temporary Employee Pool)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University

Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period. External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.

Position Information

Title: Clinical Instructor (Temporary Employee Pool)

Campus: Stockton

Department:

Posting Number: F00778

Full or Part Time: Part Time

Open Date: 07/04/2023

Close Date: Open Until Filled

Days Per Week:

Position Description

Primary Purpose and Essential Functions

The School of Health Sciences at the University of the Pacific invites applications for a part-time, non-tenure track position as a Clinical Instructor in the Department of Speech Language Pathology. Non-tenure-track faculty members collaborate in fulfilling the University’s mission to provide a superior, student-centered learning experience integrating liberal arts and professional education and preparing individuals for lasting achievement and responsible leadership in their careers and communities. Part-time faculty are appointed as needed by each unit and considered as less than full-time annual appointments as specified by each unit. Part-time is determined by the unit based on a comparison to year-long appointments. Time of service on a part-time appointment may not accrue to time for appointment with tenure. Appointments for full-time non-tenure-track faculty members may be issued as single-year or multi-year terms and may be renewable.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide supervision for a total of 1-5 hours per day (depending on your contract), typically supervising two student clinicians per hour. Occasionally a clinical instructor may be assigned three student clinicians per hour.
• Provide each student clinician with a minimum of 25% direct supervision. However, our expectation is for greater direct supervision as needed to meet the needs of the particular student clinician and/or client.
• Complete semester supervision log to document supervision time for ASHA accreditation requirements. Must submit written log to the clinic director and/or office manager on the last day of the semester.
• Provide written feedback towards clinical reports and observational assignments.

Essential Functions:

• Design and conduct educational programs and courses of instruction in accordance with the policies of the University.
• Actively participate in the planning or review of the development and quality improvement of the educational programs and courses of study; assist in the evaluation of effectiveness and make recommendations to the Deans and Provost.
• Recommend educational policies and degree requirements that effectively carry out the mission of the University.
• Advise students on academic progress and recommend student candidates for earned degrees.
• Participate in the selection, evaluation, and advancement of faculty and academic administrators.
• Contribute to the advancement of knowledge through open inquiry, creative activity, and research as appropriate.
• Participate in service as requested or required.

The faculty member may consider any matter related to the effectiveness and quality of the educational program or the professional welfare of the faculty, and may make recommendations to the department chair, academic dean, or provost concerning policies, programs, or procedures affecting the program or faculty welfare.

Each school and college may adopt by-laws and rules concerning organization, governance, and procedures within their own faculty, subject to Provost approval. Faculty function under the Dean and Provost and are subject to University policies.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion are foundational to the success of our students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that acknowledges and responds to socio-cultural factors related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc., that may impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• A master’s degree or its equivalent in the field of specialization with promise of teaching success and scholarly or artistic achievements; a candidate without a master’s degree must have equivalent educational or professional experience; the appointment must include a statement of equivalence. The rank of Instructor is not a tenure-eligible appointment.
• No one may hold the rank of instructor on a full-time continuous appointment for more than three (3) years or for more than two (2) years with one (1) or more years of prior full-time four (4) year college or university teaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written modalities.
• Annual HIPAA training, annual sexual harassment prevention training, and FERPA training.
• Criminal background check and Livescan fingerprinting as required.
• An earned doctorate or terminal degree in the field of specialization.
• Published research in the field of specialization.
• Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
• Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in work.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met to perform essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Requires extended periods of sitting and standing, bending and stooping, and occasional walking.

Work Environment/Work Week/Travel

Work is primarily performed in a standard clinic environment. Dependent on semester and course of hire.

Hiring Range

Hiring Range: $31-$45 per hour. We consider factors such as scope and responsibilities, candidate qualifications, internal equity, and market considerations when extending an offer.

Special Instructions

THIS POSTING IS NOT A GUARANTEE OF AN OPEN POSITION. Your application will be active for 90 days. Applications are accepted on a continuous basis and are reviewed as openings become available. To maintain your application within the system, you will need to re-apply.

Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application. Candidates who are called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed before the date of the interview. If a job-specific posting is created and you are interested in that position, please apply to that posting. Submitting materials does not guarantee consideration for future openings, which may be unpredictable and competitive.

Contact Information

For more information regarding positions at our children’s clinic, contact Professor Ashley Kramer [phone].

For information regarding positions at our adult clinic, contact Professor Megan Black [phone].

Reference Letter Information

Are Applicants Required to Submit References for This Posting? Yes

Minimum Number of References: 2

Maximum Number of References: 2

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening. AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any findings or ongoing matters related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.

Anti-Discrimination/EEO Policy Statement

University of the Pacific is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. Pacific does not discriminate in hiring or employment benefits on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or disability. All hiring decisions are based on merit.

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