Job Details

SLPA-S Adjunct Instructor

Position Number: 6573917
Location: New Britain, CT
Position Type: Health - Communication Disorders

Details:
Posted: 09/16/25
Level: Adjunct
Closing Date: The committee will begin reviewing applications immediately. This posting will remain open until filled.

Location:
Charter Oak State College
185 Main Street New Britain, CT 06051
*This position is remote.

Please take a look at our website to find out more about our college. Charter Oak State College

Charter Oak State College Mission:
As part of the Connecticut State Colleges & Universities (CSCU) system, Charter Oak State College, the state's only public, online, degree-granting institution, provides affordable, diverse, and alternative opportunities for adults to earn undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates. The College's mission is to validate learning acquired through traditional and non-traditional experiences, including its own courses. The College rigorously upholds standards of high quality and seeks to inspire adults with the self-enrichment potential of non-traditional higher education.

Charter Oak State College Vision:
Charter Oak State College: A dynamic community of online learners advancing the nation's workforce one graduate at a time.

Anticipated Start Date:
Fall 2025

Position Summary:
Reporting to the Program Director, the Adjunct Faculty member is responsible for teaching the content of the classes and facilitating learning.

Teaches classes in the Speech and Language Pathology Assistant Studies department in the School of Education. Connects at-risk students with appropriate supportive services at COSC to address barriers to academic achievement, such as the Student Accessibility Services Office, campus tutoring, and the Counseling Center.

Submits student progress reports, midterm grades, attendance reports, and final grades on time. Collects and reports data required for the Department Assessment Plan. Attends required/mandatory college, and departmental meetings and trainings, including annual professional development full day training. Performs other job-related duties as required.

The Adjunct Instructor should have knowledge and skills related to the field of Speech and Language Pathology. The Adjunct Instructor will function as an important part of the School of Education Programs, through delivery of a set curriculum, identifying at-risk students and campus resources to address barriers to student success, and exercising compliance with college, and departmental policies.

The Adjunct Instructor must have excellent communication and documentation skills, as well as possess expertise in the practice level or area related to courses taught. Courses will be assigned based in experience. It is expected that the Adjunct Instructor possess cultural awareness, and ability to work with culturally diverse faculty and students. Must be comfortable using email and learning platforms, such as Blackboard, as well as operating computers. Must have reliable technology and access to high-speed internet.

This is a fully remote position.

Supervisory and Other Relationships:
No supervisory.

Position Responsibilities:

The following examples of duties illustrate the general range of tasks assigned to the position, but are not intended to define the limits of required duties. Other essential duties may be assigned consistent with the general scope of the position.

Complete the Charter Oak Faculty Orientation before being given the first course assignment and contract;
Complete the Charter Oak Faculty Orientation before being given their first course assignment and contract;
Prior to the course start, complete a quality check/review of each assigned course;
Engage fully with students in assigned course/s. This translates to having active course participation and being responsive (within 2 business days) and supporting their success;
Assist in facilitating fieldwork placements;
Conduct course/s as designed through the learning management system (Blackboard);
Proactively reach out to students that miss assignments;
Refer or notify appropriate academic and/or support services such as tutoring or advising as appropriate.
Immediately notify Program Director on all students matters.
Post weekly course updates, announcements, and course overview video.
Maintain and submit accurate and timely reports for student grades;
Adhere to all Charter Oak State College faculty expectations regarding engagement in the course through the discussion board and personalized/substantive feedback to students on assessments within 48 hours.
Respond promptly to student, Program Director, and college emails;
Maintains current knowledge of professional issues;
Carries out duties in compliance with all federal, state, and college guidelines.
Attend semesterly department meetings.
Provide communication/grading within 48 hours.
Update course content as needed two weeks before term starts.
Refer students to support services as needed.
Submit student progress reports, midterms and
Submit final grades within five days at the end of the term.
Collect, report and submit data within five days at the end of the term.
Identify and meet with at-risk-students as needed.
Document in writing all student and program concerns to the Program Director.

Minimum Qualifications:
Incumbents must possess proven ability to effectively work with a diverse set of faculty, staff, and students. They are expected to have excellent oral and written communication skills along with strong information technology literacy skills. Incumbents are required to have demonstrated advanced knowledge and abilities in the following:

Master's in Speech and Language Pathology or related field from a regionally accredited institution; or master's degree related field;
Connecticut Licensed SLP;
Demonstrated competency in computer applications;
Minimum three (3) years of industry and practical experience in a professional discipline;
Effective communication skills;
Excellent organization skills and attention to detail;
Commitment to student development and practical experiences.

Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred candidates of the position will additionally possess the following:

Doctoral degree (EDD) from a regionally accredited institution;
Extensive knowledge working in a learning management system;
Higher education teaching experience;
Demonstrated training or experience in teaching in an online asynchronous environment;
Bilingual.

Substitution Allowed:
Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications as stated, are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position and by providing appropriate references. Exceptions to any degree requirements may be made for compelling reasons

Starting Salary:
Faculty are paid on a per student basis for teaching.

Application Instructions:
To apply you must submit a cover letter, resume, and official transcripts. The cover letter may be entered as text in the corresponding box, or it can be uploaded as a combined file with the resume.
Incomplete applications or those submitted after the closing date will not be considered and links to other sources to view resumes are not acceptable.

For more information or to apply via our website at www.ct.edu/hr/jobs

Selection Procedure:
Application materials will be evaluated by the Early Childhood Education Department. Candidates selected for further consideration will be limited to those applicants who are best qualified based on the minimum and preferred qualifications and who have submitted all the required documents. Candidates who have been selected and approved to interview will be contacted. The selection process may also include practical exercises (i.e., teaching demonstration and/or other written, technical, manipulative, or simulation exercises) to evaluate candidates' qualifications.

Background Screening:
All employment, if offered, is contingent upon proof of citizenship or employability under the requirement of the Immigration and Control Act (IRCA) and the successful passing of a background check, including granting permission to contact current and previous employers for verification. COSC is committed to providing a safe campus community. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check and, when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Clery Act

Attached is Charter Oaks Annual Security Report to comply with the requirement of the Clery Act which outlines several administrative items related to campus security.
https://www.charteroak.edu/security/

Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination

COSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or criminal record.
COSC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.