Instructional Assistant Professor-Communication Sciences and Disorders-Pool

Illinois State University; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 14,000 - 16,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance benefits

Retirement options

Tuition waiver benefits

Paid benefit time

Job summary

Illinois State University is maintaining a pool of qualified applicants for non-tenure-track instructional positions in the Communication Sciences and Disorders department. This posting covers potential openings for part-time, non-tenure-track teaching of 3-credit-hour courses during the academic year and summer sessions.

Applicants should note that vacancies may not exist at the time of application. Positions are non-tenure-track and serve as instructional assistant professor roles in the

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-language pathology or Doctoral degree in Audiology is required.
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in the field.
• Must demonstrate oral proficiency in English as required by state law.

Skills

Oral English proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-language pathology

Doctoral degree in Audiology

Job description

Title: Instructional Assistant Professor-Communication Sciences and Disorders-Pool
Employee Classification: Instructional Asst Professor
Division Name: Academic Affairs
College/Unit: College of Arts and Sciences
Department: Communication Sciences and Disorders
Campus Location: Normal, IL

Job Summary

In anticipation of possible course instructor openings throughout the academic year and summer sessions, the Communication Sciences and Disorders Department maintains a pool of qualified persons interested in non-tenure-track teaching positions. Applications are accepted continuously for part-time non-tenure-track positions and reviewed as vacancies become available. There may not be an actual vacancy at the time you apply.

University Benefit Highlights

• Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life (eligibility determination)
• Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
• Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
• Paid benefit time

Additional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/

Additional Information

Illinois State University: Illinois State University, IllinoisState.edu, was founded in 1857 as Illinois’ first public university. We enroll approximately 21,000 students in six colleges. Our new strategic plan, Excellence by Design: 2024-2029, lists our seven core values: Excellence in Teaching, Learning, and Scholarship; Individualized Attention; Equity, Diversity, Access, and Belonging; Collaboration; Community and Civic Engagement; Respect; and Integrity. By acting on these values, we create a learning environment that results in our university being the first-choice public university in Illinois for high-achieving, motivated students who seek an individualized educational experience combined with the resources of a large university. Learn more about Illinois State’s Metrics of Excellence at IllinoisState.edu/PointsofPride.

Bloomington-Normal: Illinois State University is located in the growing twin cities of Bloomington and Normal, with a metro population of approximately 172,000. The community is also home to Illinois Wesleyan University, Heartland Community College, St. Joseph Medical Center, Carle BroMenn Medical Center, COUNTRY Financial, State Farm Insurance’s International Headquarters, Central Illinois Regional Airport, and electric truck manufacturer Rivian Motors. The community has distinguished itself for its outstanding school systems, and its citizens’ high level of educational attainment, as well as its parks and recreation, health care, vibrant fine arts scene, job growth, economic opportunity, historic sites, and low crime rates. Bloomington made Livability’s top 100 Best Places to Live (2024) and ranked No. 3 on College Values Online’s list of Best Small College Towns in America (2024). Bloomington-Normal is conveniently located about three hours from Indianapolis; two hours from both Chicago and St. Louis; and an hour from Peoria, Champaign-Urbana, Decatur, and Springfield. Many of these locations are accessible from Bloomington-Normal via Amtrak, which is located one block from Illinois State’s campus. For more information on our community, visit visitbn.org.

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$1,288 (non-terminal degree rate) - $1,417 (terminal degree rate) per month per 3 credit hour course commensurate with experience.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-language pathology or Doctoral degree in Audiology
• 2 or more years of experiences working in the field
• Candidates must be able to demonstrate oral proficiency in the English language as a requirement for this position, as mandated by state law.

Preferred Qualifications

• ASHA CCC-SLP or ASHA CCC-AUD

Work Hours

Varies

Proposed Starting Date

TBD

Required Applicant Documents

• Cover letter
• Reference list (at least three professional references with contact information)
• Resume/C.V.

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Special Instructions for Applicants

Sponsorship: Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for Illinois State University in the United States. Illinois State University will not sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. Illinois State University is not a qualifying employer for the STEM OPT benefit: only the 12-month OPT may be used to work at Illinois State University.

Contact Information for Applicants

Mindi Marcum
[e-mail]

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at [phone]. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at [phone].