ClemsonLIFE Basic Program Instructor

WELCOME TO CLEMSON!

Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call? One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others. Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond. So,... are you ready?

JOB SUMMARY

The ClemsonLIFE Basic Program Instructor (BPI) will be responsible for providing direct classroom instruction to ClemsonLIFE students, facilitating ongoing curriculum development, providing regular student support and engagement, collecting and documenting data, and communicating frequently with internal and external stakeholders. The BPI will also engage in program development and professional collaboration and will perform other duties as assigned.

JOB DUTIES

40%

• Essential

• Instruction & Curriculum:

  Designs and delivers inclusive, age-appropriate instruction aligned with ClemsonLIFE program goals, supporting student growth in academics, employment readiness, independent living, and self-advocacy through evidence-based and accessible teaching practices. 20%
• Essential
• Individual Employment and/or

Independent Living Support:

Provides individualized coaching and support to help students develop, practice, and generalize employment and/or independent living skills across campus, community, and work-based settings. 20%

• Essential

• Student Support & Engagement:

  Builds positive, supportive relationships with students to promote engagement, motivation, self-confidence, and belonging, while responding to individual needs and fostering participation across academic, social, and campus environments. 10%
• Essential

• Data, Documentation, and Communication:

  Collects and documents student progress using program data systems, contributes to progress monitoring and reporting, and communicates effectively with students, families, staff, and campus partners. 10%
• Essential

•

Program Development & Professional Collaboration:

Collaborates with ClemsonLIFE staff, faculty, and campus and community partners to support program implementation, continuous improvement, and a shared commitment to inclusive postsecondary education. Actively participates in the student admissions and interview process for applicants to the PSE program, contributing to application review, interviews, and selection decisions to ensure alignment with program expectations and student success outcomes.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Bachelor's Degree Certifications
• Teaching Certification Work Experience
• 1+ years of relevant teaching experience

RESPONSIBILITIES JOB KNOWLEDGE

Fundamental Job Knowledge

• Fundamental working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

No Supervisory Duties

• Not responsible for supervising employees.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES

No Budget Responsibilities

• No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

75%

• Walk or move about 90%
• Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself 90%
• Recognize or inspect visually 90%
• Perceive, observe, clarity of vision

WORKING CONDITIONS

No Work Conditions

WORK SCHEDULE

Standard Hours:

37.5 COMPENSATION

INFORMATION

Anticipated Hiring Range:

$50,600

• $58,000 Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL

Normal Operations Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION

Clemson, SC

APPLICATION DEADLINE

March 31, 2026 MILITARY

AND VETERAN

MILITARY

EQUIVALENCY

Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

VETERAN PREFERENCE

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources. To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.

CLOSING STATEMENT

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.