Assistant Professor of Special Education

Recruitment #:            F-2107

Review Date:                    Review begins 1/3/22 | Open until filled

Department:                     DEL/College of Education

Minimum Salary:         $54,215 [See Article 16 Salary]

Department / Job Summary:

The Division of Teacher Education seeks a motivated and qualified applicant with experience in Special Education to join the Division as an Assistant Professor. This is a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track position with probable summer session employment. Salary is dependent upon qualifications; excellent benefits package.  The College of Education is nationally recognized for its leadership in evidence-based teacher preparation and its efforts to connect teaching and learning. Diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Assistant Professor of Special Education position will teach graduate and undergraduate classes primarily in online modes with limited face to face instruction. The candidate will supervise field experiences (practicum/internships and student teaching); participate in seeking external funding; advise students; and supervise students in completing master's theses and field studies. Responsibilities will include: student advising, program development, and committee work as required by contract. Other responsibilities will be dependent upon preparation and experience. Summer employment may be available.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Earned doctorate in Special Education or related field. ABD candidate considered, but must have doctorate by start date
• Expertise in at least two of the following areas: quantitative research methodology; inclusive practices; research-based instructional strategies in core subject areas (e.g., literacy, mathematics).
• A minimum of 3 years of successful teaching as a licensed special education teacher in a pre-K-12 special education position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5 or more years of successful teaching experience as a licensed special education teacher in a pre-K-12 special education position
• Experience and expertise in using technologies for teaching and learning
• Experience in clinical supervision in Special Education programs
• Special consideration will be given to candidates with evidence of: outstanding teaching; scholarly activity; skills in field supervision; and the ability to work effectively in a team and with schools/districts and agencies
• Ability to obtain an Oregon special education teaching license

Start Date: September 16, 2022 or earlier if mutually agreeable

Required Application materials (PDF only):  

1. WOU Employment Application form available here
2. Letter of application that addresses each qualification of the position. Please include how your experience, education, and/or training might help us build a more inclusive, collaborative, and diverse community.
3. Curriculum vitae
4. Contact information for three references
5. Unofficial copy of transcript for highest degree earned

You may submit all materials online at www.wou.edu/facultyapp

Note: A criminal background check will be required as a condition of employment

Contact Information:

Questions regarding this position may be directed to Shari Hopkins, Ph.D., Search Committee Chair, at hopkinss@wou.edu

For more information about the College of Education, go to www.wou.edu/education.

For more information about the WOU Special Education programs, go to http://www.wou.edu/graduate/ms-ed-special-education/.

For questions regarding the application process or to submit your application documents, please contact Human Resources at 503-838-8552 or employment@wou.edu