Director of Clinical Education

Posting Details

Posting Summary


Position Title
Director of Clinical Education


FLSA

Department
Department of Speech Pathology


Job Summary


Xavier University of Louisiana-the nation's only historically Black and Catholic university-invites applications for a full-time, interim position in the Department of Speech Pathology beginning in Fall 2026. The successful candidate will be a student-centered educator committed to high-quality instruction, professional preparation, and culturally responsive practice in speech-language pathology. The individual will contribute to the department's mission of preparing students for graduate study, clinical training, and service-oriented careers that advance communication access and health equity in diverse communities. The position emphasizes excellence in clinical practice, clinical education, teaching, student mentorship, curriculum support, and active participation in departmental life. The ideal candidate will bring strong clinical expertise, effective instructional practices, and a demonstrated commitment to supporting students from historically underrepresented backgrounds.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology is required
• ASHA CCC-SLP certification is required
• Licensure, or eligible for licensure, in Louisiana
• A minimum of five years of experience practicing as a speech-language pathologist (SLP) with a minimum of two years of experience supervising (i.e., SLPs, SLPAs, CFs, and/or SLP students) with completion of professional development in the area of supervision and/or clinical instruction
• Demonstrated ability to provide clinical education and teach clinical content effectively
• Strong oral, written, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrated commitment to student success and inclusive excellence
• Write and speak English proficiently
• Commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population; and
• Commitment to the mission of Xavier University of Louisiana.

Preferred Qualifications

• SLP Doctorate (SLP-D) preferred
• Prior college-level teaching experience in Speech Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders
• Clinical experience in speech-language pathology, particularly in linguistically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse communities
• Five years experience supervising graduate students, undergraduate students, CFs, and/or CCC-SLPs
• Administrative experience and experience with collecting and reporting data
• Experience supporting students from historically underrepresented populations and first-generation college students
• Familiarity with accreditation, assessment, and professional standards relevant to Speech-Language Pathology education.

Special Requirements Summary

Work Hours

KSA's


Essential Duties and Responsibilities


Essential Duties and Responsibilities Description


The interim Director of Clinical Education (DCE) is a full-time one-year faculty position requiring administrative experience. The DCE oversees the operation of clinical externships, manages both on- and off-campus clinical sites, oversees clinical educators (i.e., supervisors), expands clinical affiliations, mentors students, and teaches graduate and/or undergraduate speech pathology clinic courses. The DCE has a variety of clinical experiences with diverse clinical populations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach clinical/professional coursework in their area of expertise as assigned by the Program Director/Dept. Head
• Direct clinical education (i.e., supervision) for students earning clinical contact hours
• Serve as liaison between clinical education and academic coursework
• Work with the Graduate Program Director to insure all graduate students are on track for the 400 clinical clock hours needed to graduate/ASHA certification
• Provide student mentorship and support
• Oversee the Xavier University Speech-Language and Hearing Clinic (XUSHC)
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the on-campus clinic and clinical initiatives
• Recruit cases for the XUSHC to be viable and provide breadth and depth of clinical training
• Oversee XUSHC telehealth practice • Learn and manage the CALIPSO system for clinical education documentation
• Review/Revise the XUSHC Handbook yearly or as deemed necessary
• Ensure all policies and procedures in the XUSHC Handbook are followed
• Expand and secure affiliation agreements to provide diverse clinical opportunities for our students based on population, life span, disorders, setting, location
• Coordinate and prepare students for their specific off-site interviews and placements
• Maintain documentation records of clinical supervisor's credentials and continuing education as per the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA)
• Orient and educate on-/off-campus clinical educators as to their roles and responsibilities per mandates of CAA
• Unify and maintain practices of all clinical educators on-/off-campus
• Work with externship sites to build positive relationships and place students in the appropriate semester to ensure they meet their clinical clock hour requirements for graduation and certification
• Participate in regular co-ordination (site visits, emails, phone calls, etc.) with the externship placements to ensure continuity of education and support for Xavier students
• Oversee clinical clock hours records (with proper signatures) for all students
• Participate in departmental, university, and professional service
• Develop/Assist with development of supplemental learning seminars/experiences (previous: AAC, Craniofacial Disorders, Pediatric Feeding, LSVT/SpeakOUT, Imposter Syndrome, Trach & Vent, etc.)
• Assist with CAA reporting related to clinical education • Other duties as assigned

Departmental and University Engagement

• Participate in departmental meetings, curriculum discussions, assessment activities, program review, and other academic initiatives.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to support student success, professional development, and continuous improvement of the Speech Pathology curriculum.
• Assist with departmental outreach, open houses, prospective-student events, and community-engagement activities as appropriate.
• Support the mission and values of Xavier University of Louisiana through teaching, service, and collegial engagement.
• Perform other duties consistent with the position as assigned by the Department Head.

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number
F191P


Number of Vacancies
1


Desired Start Date
08/10/2026


Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Date

Application Review Date

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes


Special Instructions to Applicants


Qualified candidates are invited to apply using Xavier's online application site by logging in to Please submit the following materials:

1. A cover letter describing interest in the position and qualifications;
2. A current curriculum vitae;
3. A statement of teaching philosophy;
4. Unofficial/Official graduate transcripts; and 5. Contact information for at least three professional references.

Questions regarding the position should be directed to the Department Head, Dr. Spyridoula Cheimariou at View email address on click.appcast.io.

Xavier University of Louisiana is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The University is especially interested in exceptionally well-qualified applicants who will contribute through their teaching, mentorship, and service to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by August 1, 2026 will receive assured consideration.

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About Xavier


About Xavier


Founded in 1925 by Saint Katherine Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, Xavier is Catholic and historically Black. Located in New Orleans, the ultimate purpose of the University is to contribute to the promotion of a more just and humane society by preparing its students to assume roles of leadership and service in a global society. This preparation takes place in a diverse learning and teaching environment that incorporates all relevant educational means, including research, clinical practice, and community service.