Assistant/Associate Professor, Special Education
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Please Note: This Position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position. Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.
Position Details
Classification Information
| Position Classification Title |
Assistant Professor |
| FLSA |
Exempt |
| Position Class (Extract From Banner or PA) |
80090 |
| EPA Position Type |
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| JCAT |
202000 |
Position Overview
| Primary Purpose of the Position |
The primary purpose of the position is to prepare students through best practices to become critical thinkers, effective practitioners, and leaders who meet the diverse educational needs of P-12 students in an evolving 21st century global society. |
Position Information
| Working Position Title |
Assistant/Associate Professor, Special Education |
| Building and Room No. |
Anderson Center, Room 237 D |
| Appointment Type |
Permanent Full-Time |
| If Time Limited. |
No |
| Appointment Length. |
9/10 Months |
| Position Number |
000783 |
Requirements and Preferences
| Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies |
No |
| Normal Work Schedule |
Varies based on course schedule |
| Department Required Skills |
The faculty in the Department of Education seek exceptional candidates who demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching Special Education to undergraduate and graduate students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. The following qualifications and skills are required for this position:
- Must possess a doctoral degree in Special Education or a closely related discipline from a regionally accredited four-year institution of higher education.
- Must possess a valid North Carolina Special Education (K-12) teaching license or the qualifications to obtain one.
- Must possess a minimum of three years of teaching experience in at least one of the specified program areas.
- Must demonstrate a history of teaching undergraduate and graduate students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
- Must provide demonstrable evidence of utilizing technology (e.g., Canvas, EAB Navigate) to engage students in the learning process.
- Must possess effective written and verbal communication skills, and effective interpersonal skills.
- Must demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively with colleagues to enhance curricular and co-curricular programs.
- Must illustrate evidence of situating undergraduate candidates in undergraduate research experiences and mentoring them through the process or evidence of engaging students in study abroad, internship opportunities, or community service learning.
- Must demonstrate a commitment to their professional growth and development via engagement in professional organizations and professional conferences.
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| Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education |
Faculty in the Department of Education prefer applications from candidates who:
- Have experience or certification in an additional teacher education program area such as Elementary, Middle Grades, Birth through Kindergarten Education;
- Have previous post secondary teaching experience;
- Possess knowledge and experience in Science of Reading research and classroom implementation;
- Possess knowledge of and experience with edTPA;
- Have knowledge or experience with program accreditation, particularly CAEP accreditation;
- Have the ability and experience related to funded grant proposals and research.
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| Required License or Certification |
Valid North Carolina Special Education (K-12) teaching license or the qualifications to obtain one |
| Valid US Driver's License |
No |
| Commercial Driver's License Required |
No |
| Physical Required |
No |
| List any other medical/drug tests required |
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Primary Responsibilities and Duties
Primary Responsibilities and Duties
| Describe the specific job duties related to this competency |
The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in Special Education either face-to-face, hybrid, and/or online and must communicate continuously with students as s/he monitors student progress for student success. The successful candidate must construct detailed course syllabi, create, and present relevant course- and content-related activities, and assess and evaluate student learning. The selected candidate will supervise the clinical experiences of Special Education preclinical and clinical interns and advise undergraduate and graduate majors. The successful candidate must hold office hours each week, meet with the department chair regularly, and participate consistently in departmental and College meetings.
Additionally, the ideal candidate articulates an active research agenda and must produce scholarly research that results in publications in peer-reviewed journals within the discipline area or within peer-reviewed journals that promote teaching and learning of the discipline. The successful candidate must also facilitate presentations at well-respected local, state, national, and international professional conferences, and meetings. The successful candidate will engage in the procurement of extramural funds with interdisciplinary teams.
The successful candidate must engage in departmental, College, University, community, and professional organization service activities. At the department, College, and University levels, the faculty member will serve on committees that advance the mission of the academic unit and the institution. The faculty member must also work closely with the K-12 public schools and other community stakeholders to support student development. The successful candidate must maintain membership in discipline-specific professional organizations and assist these groups with reviews of conference proposals, peer-reviewed journal articles, and grant proposals, and other engagement opportunities. |
| Percentage Of Time |
100 |
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Internal Posting Only |
No |
| Position Type |
Faculty |
| Time Limited Position |
No |
| Appointment Length |
9/10 months |
| Salary |
Commensurate with education and experience |
| Open Date |
01/17/2025 |
| Close Date |
02/17/2025 |
| Open Until Filled |
No |
| Special Instructions Summary |
Please Note: This Position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position. Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position. |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching Philosophy
- Unofficial Transcripts
- References List
Optional Documents
- Letter of Reference 1
- Letter of Reference 2
- Letter of Reference 3
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Winston Salem State University
Commensurate with education and experience
Jan 17, 2025