Speech Language Pathology Clinical Director​/Instructor

Jacksonville State University seeks a dynamic and experienced Speech-Language Pathologist for a 12-month, instructor position as Clinical Director. This faculty appointment requires a leader who will design, implement, and oversee all clinical education components of the speech language pathology programs, in addition to holding a full faculty role with teaching, and service responsibilities, ensuring students receive high-quality clinical training that meets Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) standards.

The Clinical Director works in close partnership with the Program Director to build a program grounded in clinical excellence, ethical practice, and strong community partnerships.

• Design, implement, and continuously evaluate the clinical education curriculum in accordance with CAA standards and ASHA certification requirements
• Identify, establish, and maintain external practicum and clinical placement sites throughout the region
• Negotiate and manage affiliation agreements and contracts with clinical partner sites
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and accreditation regulations governing clinical practice and supervision (e.g., HIPAA, FERPA, ASHA Standards)
• Serve as a liaison between the university and clinical education partners, including hospitals, schools, private practices, and rehabilitation facilities

• Provide direct clinical supervision to students in on-campus and/or off-campus clinical settings
• Recruit, train, and evaluate off-site clinical supervisors and preceptors
• Monitor student clinical competency development and progress toward ASHA certification standards
• Track and document student clinical hours, ensuring compliance with CAA and ASHA requirements
• Address student remediation needs related to clinical performance in coordination with program faculty
• Maintain clinical education records and documentation systems for accreditation reporting

• Collaborate with the Program Director on strategic planning, curriculum integration, and accreditation self-study preparation
• Establish policies and procedures for clinical practicum, including student clinical handbooks and site agreements
• Participate in program assessment and continuous improvement processes related to clinical outcomes
• Prepare clinical education reports required for CAA accreditation and other regulatory bodies

• Teach courses in speech-language pathology, including clinical methods and practicum courses
• Participate in professional service
• Maintain professional development and continuing education requirements, including clinical certification renewal

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from a CAA-accredited program
• Current state licensure in Speech-Language Pathology (Alabama licensure required within one year of appointment)
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from

• Eligibility to hold a Clinical Supervisor designation in accordance with ASHA standards
• At least 3 years of experience as a Clinical Director, Clinical Coordinator, or Director of Clinical Education in a CSD program

• Demonstrated experience supervising graduate clinicians in clinical or practicum settings
• Experience with clinical program administration, site development, or clinical education coordination
• Familiarity with CAA accreditation standards related to clinical education

• Comprehensive knowledge of CAA accreditation standards and ASHA certification requirements as they pertain to clinical education
• Strong understanding of evidence-based clinical practice across the lifespan and diverse disorder areas
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and relationship-building skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Proficiency in clinical documentation systems and data management for accreditation purposes
• Ability to build and sustain community and clinical partnerships

• Direct experience with CAA accreditation site visits and self-study processes related to clinical education
• Experience launching or restructuring a clinical education program
• Knowledge of telepractice and technology-based service delivery models
• Active professional involvement…