Instructor/Grant Coordinator - #201855
Job description
Posting Number:
FAC444P
Quick Link for Internal Postings:https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/15016
Classification Title:Instructor
Working Title:Instructor/Grant Coordinator - #201855
Department:Comm Sciences & Disorders
Position Summary:Western Carolina University is seeking a qualified applicant to fill an instructor position in the Communication Sciences and Disorders department. This is a grant funded, 12 months per year/4 days per week fixed term appointment. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a candidate has been selected for hire.
This position will assist with the delivery of a Department of Education Personnel Preparation grant including but not limited to budget management, data generation and reporting, activity scheduling, LEA coordination, and project faculty/student communication. The positon will also provide clinical supervision/instruction in WCU’s CAA accredited graduate program in Speech-Language Pathology.
Carnegie statement:WCU embraces its role as a regionally engaged university and is designated by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as a community engaged university. Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate a commitment to public engagement through their teaching, service, and scholarship.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position:Knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position include competence with budgeting processes, strong communication skills, team experience, and a MS/MA in Speech-Language Pathology with ASHA CCC-SLP certification.
Minimum Qualifications:MS/MA in Speech-Language Pathology and current ASHA CCC-SLP certification
Preferred Qualifications:Experience with budgeting, strong communication skills, and team-based experiences.
Position Type:Time-Limited Full-Time
Number of Hours Per Week:32
Number of Months Per Year:12
Open Date:02/12/2021
Open Until Filled:Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:This is a 12-month, time-limited position that is grant funded.
To be considered, you must apply online. Please include a Cover Letter expressing interest, CV, unofficial transcripts from terminal degree, and a list of at least three professional references to include their complete current contact information. Applicants should also upload a copy of their current ASHA CCC-SLP certification.
For more information, please contact Billy Ogletree at [email protected]
Background/E-Verify:Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.
Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.
Credential Verification:All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.
AA/EOE:Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program.
Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at [email protected]
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