Asst. Professor - Communication jobs in Tampa, FL

Adjunct Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders 

Job Category: Adjunct Faculty 

REPORTS TO: Chair, Department of Natural Sciences 

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Southeastern University is currently seeking qualified candidates to be cleared and added to our bachelor of science in communication disorders adjunct availability pool. Qualified applicants, transcripts, and documents will be reviewed and processed in preparation for upcoming terms. Select adjuncts from the pool are contracted term-by-term based on course/section needs and availability. It is preferred that adjuncts teach at least one course each academic year. Southeastern University reserves the right to not schedule and/or cancel courses based on enrollment. Qualified applicants should be willing to teach undergraduate-level courses in one or more of the areas listed below: 

• Speech and Hearing Science
• Anatomy and Physiology of Speech, Language, and Hearing
• Audiology & Aural Rehabilitation
• Phonetics, Articulation & Phonology
• Language Disorders, Literacy Disorders
• Clinical Methods, Diagnostic Methods
• Voice and Fluency Disorders
• Multicultural Communication/Cultural and Linguistic Diversity

Education Required 

Master’s degree or higher in communication disorders, speech language pathology or audiology as appropriate based on course

Major Responsibilities: 

Teach assigned courses as contracted. Must be able to teach both online and face-to-face sections. Face to face classes meet twice per week (Tuesday/Thursday) or three times per week (Monday, Wednesday, Friday), at Southeastern University’s main campus, in Lakeland, FL. Priority given to face-to-face availability at this time. 

Provide all necessary information and teach materials as outlined in the syllabus. 

Communicate regularly with the Department Chair/ Program Coordinator regarding program updates and/or student-related concerns. 

Meet for all scheduled class meetings for the assigned term. 

Abide by and uphold university core values and mission. 

Maintain appropriate ethical conduct as outlined by the ASHA Code of Ethics. Submit final grades within one week of the end of term. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Manage and teach 8-week classes or 16-week communication sciences and disorders classes composed of undergraduate students working toward a Bachelor of Science in CSD. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Face-to-face or online teaching experience
• Clinical experience in related areas
• Day or late afternoon availability for face to face classes

Essential Qualifications: 

• Earned Master’s Degree in speech pathology/ communication sciences and disorders
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in good standing
• Outstanding Christian character
• Positive recommendations from previous employers
• Evidence of successful experience teaching and mentoring
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations
• Knowledge and skills relevant to face-to-face course development and delivery.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Documents for Submission: 

• Complete the Employment Application 
• Include a cover page 
• Include an updated resume or curriculum vitae 
• Include a 500-word or less teaching philosophy narrative 
• Include unofficial transcripts for master and doctoral degrees. Final candidates will be required to provide official transcripts at the time the successful candidate is added to the adjunct pool.

Southeastern University is a Christian liberal arts university affiliated with the Assemblies of God. Candidates must be compatible with the institution’s Christian mission and purpose.