Job Title
Clinical Instructor
Requisition Number
FE04591
Working Title
Department Name
81600:Family Sciences
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Type of Position
Faculty
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Tenure Track Status
Non-Tenure Track
Required Education
Master’s degree in a Family Sciences discipline
Required Related Experience
At least three years’ experience as a hospital-based Certified Child Life Specialist
Required License/Registration/Certification
Certified Child Life Specialist (CCLS)
Job Summary
The Department of Family Sciences in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment at the University of Kentucky seeks applications for a 12-month, Clinical Instructor in Child Life. The anticipated earliest start date is September 1, 2025.
Our new colleague will have academic training in family science, particularly human development and family relationship processes, with expertise in Child Life. Expectations are that this faculty member will oversee the current Child Life undergraduate certificate and lead the implementation of a new Accelerated Master’s Program (AMP) in Child Life in collaboration with the University of Kentucky Children’s Hospital (UKCH). Additionally, they will support the instructional needs of undergraduate majors and minors in Human Development and Family Science, provide collaborative supervision of Child Life master’s students and their projects, participate in departmental and collegiate governance, and be the program liaison with the UKCH Child Life Specialists.
In addition to the application, applicants must provide the following:
• Cover letter (up to 2 pages) that summarizes how the applicant meets the qualifications of this position.
• Professional resume/vitae, including related education and professional work history, teaching experience, and credentials
• Teaching philosophy (1 page maximum)
• Contact information for three (3) professional work references. For each reference, please indicate the nature of the professional relationship and include the person’s title, e-mail address, and telephone number(s).
Internal Employee Being Considered
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and supervision of students in a clinical setting. They should have a genuine interest in fostering a supportive and challenging learning environment that promotes high levels of student achievement. A proven record of undergraduate teaching excellence is required.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
08/15/2025
Open Until Filled
No
Our University Community
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