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Job Title Instructor of Speech & Hearing Sciences Agency West Texas A&M University Department Communication Disorders Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Canyon, Texas Job Type Faculty Job Description NOTICE - All posted positions are subject to budget approval.

Job Summary:

The Department of Speech & Hearing Sciences (formerly Communication Disorders) at West Texas A&M University is excited to announce a non-tenured full-time (9 month) instructor position teaching courses in the undergraduate and graduate programs including clinical supervision/education. The position begins as early as January 2027 for the spring semester. This position focuses exclusively on teaching at least 2 didactic courses and providing clinical instruction in the fall and spring semesters with possible additional teaching in the summer.

Work Performed:

Create a positive and professional environment for undergraduate and graduate students to learn. Teach undergraduate courses in speech, language, and hearing sciences. Occasional course assignments may include graduate courses as permitted by accreditation and related regulations. Educate and train graduate students in speech-language pathology in assigned practicum sites. Participate in recruitment, retention, and related activities necessary for departmental and college operations. Engage in university activities including service and scholarly activity. As a non-tenured position, individual publication and research is not expected. Collaboration on scholarly work including continuing education and presentations is strongly encouraged of all faculty. Meet with students according to university policies and procedures. Report to and complete assigned tasks from department chair/program director regarding accreditation and related initiatives/requirements. Collaborate with peers and administration. Support departmental, college-level, university, and system level mission and initiatives.

Necessary Qualifications:

Master's degree in speech-language pathology, speech and hearing sciences, communication disorders, or related field. ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) Texas Department of Licensure and Regulation (TDLR) license in speech-language pathology or ability to obtain. A minimum of 2 to 3 professional years of clinical experience as a speech-language pathologist in any setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience supervising and providing clinical instruction to graduate speech-language pathology/speech therapy students and clinical fellows in various settings with various populations. Previous teaching and related education experience in any format or modality including classroom instruction, webinars, workshops, continuing education seminars, or professional in-services. Although expertise across service models, settings, and scope of practice is welcome, preference may be given to candidates with a strong medical background including but not limited to adult dysphagia and pediatric feeding. Versatility/willingness to work with a variety of special/unique adult and pediatric populations as needed is also highly desirable.

Applicant Instructions:

We require the following: Letter of interest or cover letter Curriculum Vitae Portfolio of creative work (where applicable) Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts are expected to be submitted promptly by the successful candidate) Three professional references Please attach all documents in the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page before continuing through the application. Please use the "Upload" button to add each document individually. All revisions must be made prior to application submission. If you need assistance with uploading documents, please contact WTAMU Human Resources at hr@wtamu.edu . Texas law requires that males age 18 through 25 be properly registered with the Selective Service System in order to be eligible for employment. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. The A&M System strives to maintain a competitive, high-quality benefit package to support the health and wellness needs of our workforce. This includes comprehensive health and welfare insurance plans, additional health and lifestyle programs, and optional retirement savings opportunities. Eligible employees will have access to paid leave programs in addition to 13-15 paid holidays each year. For more information regarding the benefit package go to:

West Texas A&M University:

Human Resources Benefits All applicants must attest they are not employed by and do not have any connection or continuous connections to any government entity or political apparatus of a country listed in 15 C.F.R. § 791.4 . Due to budgetary reasons, West Texas A&M University will not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. For additional questions or information regarding this position, please contact:

Search Committee Chair:

Zeth Collom Department:

Speech & Hearing Sciences Phone:

806-651-5114

Email:

zcollom@wtamu.edu All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.