Adjunct Teaching

Job Title:  Adjunct Teaching – Communication Disorders - Speech & Language Track Courses

Posting End Date: September 30, 2026

*NOTE: Last day to apply is Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at 11:59pm (MT)

Start date of this position:  January 4, 2027

Required Degree: 

Master's in Speech-Language Pathology; CCC-SLP.

The required degree must be completed by the start date. 

Experience:

• Clinical and/or teaching experience in speech-language pathology, or related communication sciences and disorders areas. 

• Experience working with any of the following speech and language areas: communication, cognitive communication, articulation/phonetics, swallowing, fluency, voice, speech sound, and/or language disorders. 

• Knowledge of typical and atypical communication development across the lifespan. 

• Experience with assessment, diagnosis, intervention, and evidence-based practice. 

​Responsibilities

• Teach Speech & Language Track Courses on the BYU campus, typically twice weekly, 3 credits. 
• Prepare and deliver engaging instruction integrating theory, research, clinical application, and evidence-based practice. 
• Demonstrate the ability and confidence to teach content in areas such as: speech and language development, phonetics, speech sound disorders, developmental and acquired language disorders, cognitive communication disorders, neurogenic communication disorders, voice, swallowing disorders, assessment, multicultural isses, AAC, and intervention. 
• Assess student learning through exams, assignments, presentations, and applied learning activities. 
• Maintain regular communication with students, including timely grading and feedback. 
• Collaborate with department faculty to ensure alignment with program outcomes and accreditation standards. 
• Stay current with developments in the profession and incorporate relevant advances into instruction. 
• Teach in accordance with the BYU Mission and Aims of a BYU Education. 

Documents Required at the Time of Application:Please attach your updated curriculum vitae, cover letter, and Mission Alignment Statement (instructions below) to the faculty application.

Note: Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered. 

This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.

MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS

If you are a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball).

If you are not a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.