Adjunct Teaching - School of Family Life - SFL 359: Child Life in Healthcare Settings

Brigham Young University • Provo, UT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves teaching SFL 359: Child Life in Healthcare Settings, a 3-credit, semester-long class to approximately 40 undergraduate students in the School of Family Life. The class is scheduled for Mondays from 2:00-4:50 pm for the Fall 2026 semester. The role requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment. Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree completed by the start date.
• Child Life Specialist certification is required.
• Must relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of employment.
• Must abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards.
• Must support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
• If a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in Human Development, Family Studies, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related field is preferred.
• Teaching experience at the university level in Human Development, Family Studies, or Marriage and Family Therapy is preferred.
• Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Responsibilities

• Teach SFL 359: Child Life in Healthcare Settings to undergraduate students.
• Facilitate student learning to identify elements of child life practice in healthcare settings.
• Guide students in using developmental theory to assess the impact of illness, injury, and healthcare experiences on children and families.
• Instruct students on patient and family-centered care in relation to child life practice.
• Explain principles of therapeutic preparation and play for children undergoing healthcare encounters.
• Describe the vital services child life specialists provide to children and families.
• Apply the code of ethics for the child life profession.
• Explain the importance of professional competence and staying current on best practices.
• Demonstrate how ethical standards in child life practice are spiritually strengthening and build character.
• Explain the contents of official documents from the Association for Child Life Professionals and Child Life Certification Commission (ACLP/CLCC).
• Discuss topics related to pediatric grief from death and loss.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level