Clinical Track Faculty

Clinical Track Faculty

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Position Information

Position Number: 139170

Working Title:

Clinical Track Faculty

Job Title:

Clinical Track Faculty
Job Type: Full‑Time
Department:
Ag and Human Ecology Admin

Job Purpose:

The School of Human Ecology at Tennessee Tech University invites candidates to apply for a full‑time twelve‑month, non‑tenure track Clinical Track faculty position in Child Life to begin July 1, 2026.

Essential Functions

The successful candidate will be expected to teach Child Life courses and other courses as needed, assist with mentoring and retention of students, and supervise experiential learning experiences leading to a Master of Science degree in Child Life.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD or terminal degree from an accredited institution at the time of appointment in Human Development/Sciences or Family Studies/Sciences or a closely related field
• Credentialing as a Certified Child Life Specialist by the Child Life Certification Commission
• Minimum of five years of professional experience as a Certified Child Life Specialist post credentialing
• Oral and written communication skills at a level appropriate to convey information to and from students, colleagues and others in a clear manner

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of seven years of professional experience as a Certified Child Life Specialist post credentialing
• Evidence of at least two years of college‑level teaching experience as primary instructor online or in‑person
• Experience with supervising child‑life internship students as a clinical preceptor
• Evidence of experience with advising and mentoring students
• Knowledge of curriculum design and experience with various teaching methods, including online delivery and assessment of learning
• Active membership in the Association of Child Life Professionals with expectation to join the Child Life Academic Society once employed
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in both university and community settings with faculty, staff, students, and community stakeholders

Compensation And Benefits

Salary commensurate with education and experience. Full‑time twelve‑month, non‑tenure track position to begin July 1, 2026. The University offers a competitive benefits package: two vacation days per month, one sick leave day per month, thirteen University holidays, medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401(k), and educational benefits.

Posting Details

Posting Date 11/11/2025
Screening Date 01/02/2026
Open Until Filled Yes

Application Instructions

Applicants will be required to apply online at www.jobs.tntech.edu and electronically upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching philosophy, pedagogical philosophy, copy of transcripts (official transcripts for all degrees conferred required upon hire), and contact information for three professional references. References will be contacted at time of application. Submission of materials is the applicant’s responsibility. Applications missing any required materials are incomplete and will not be considered.

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Philosophy
• Transcripts
• List of References
• Pedagogical Philosophy

Optional Documents

• Transcripts 2
• Other Documents

Supplemental Questions

• * Will you have a PhD or terminal degree from an accredited institution at the time of appointment in Human Development/Sciences or Family Studies/Sciences or a closely related field?
• Yes
• No
• * Do you have a minimum of five years of professional experience as a Certified Child Life Specialist post credentialing?
• Yes
• No
• * How did you hear about this job opportunity? (Open‑Ended Question)

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Internship

Job function: Education and Training

Industries: Higher Education