Assistant Clinical Professor - School of Human Sciences

Texas Woman’s University • Denton, TX

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About The Position

The School of Human Sciences invites applications for an Assistant Clinical
Professor in Child Life. The position is expected to begin August 2026.

Texas Woman’s University’s online master’s program in Child Life is one of only
a few in the country, and one of only two in the state of Texas. In addition, we
also offer a bachelor’s degree in Child Development with an emphasis in Child
Life. Both degree options meet the academic eligibility requirements for
certification through and are endorsed by the Association of Child Life
Professionals.

The School of Human Sciences houses programs in Child Development, Child Life,
Early Childhood Education, Family Studies, Family & Consumer Sciences, Family
Therapy, and Counseling & Development. The Child Life faculty member will be
responsible for teaching foundational courses in child development and child
life at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, as well as conduct
scholarship appropriate an assistant clinical professor and participate in
university and professional service.

Requirements

• Earned master’s degree in the discipline of Child Development or closely related field
• Current credential as a Certified Child Life Specialist
• A minimum of 4,000 hours of work experience as a Certified Child Life Specialist
• Evidence of successful teaching experience
• Record of demonstrated evidence of clinical expertise
• Experience supervising students in practicum or internship
• Willingness to engage in community/university partnerships

Nice To Haves

• An academic collaborative leadership style and active memberships in professional associations are highly desirable
• The successful candidate will have appreciation for a multidisciplinary environment and a commitment to excellence in graduate education.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a core faculty member in the Child Life and Child Development programs
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses
• Supervise students completing practicum and internship
• Demonstrate clinical expertise as a child life specialist through professional and public scholarship
• Serve the university, the profession, and the community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees