Adjunct Faculty - Educational Leadership and Policy Studies (ELPS): Special Populations Program

University of Houston System; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Houston System seeks adjunct instructors to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the Special Populations program within the Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, College of Education. Multiple programs include a Special Populations Minor, Applied Behavior Analysis Minor, and certifications.

Official transcripts and credentials are required for appointment. Applicants should hold a doctoral degree in Special Education or related field, with substantial related

Qualifications

• PhD or EdD in Special Education, Behavior Analysis, or related field.
• Five years of experience in public schools or related settings preferred.
• Certification/license in teaching area (e.g., SPED, Educational Diagnostician, BCBA, LSSP).

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the Special Populations program.
• Contribute to curriculum development and collaborate with faculty and district partners.

Skills

Adult learning

Interpersonal skills

Course delivery

Education

PhD/EdD in Special Education or related field

Job description

Department:Ed Leadership & Policy StudiesSalary:Commensurate with experience

Description:

The Educational Leadership and Policy Studies in the College of Education at the University of Houston is seeking applications for adjunct teaching positions to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the Special Populations program. We offer a variety of programs, including a Special Populations Minor, Applied Behavior Analysis Minor, M.Ed. in Special Populations, Ed.D. in Educational Leadership – Special Populations, and accelerated Educational Diagnostician certification. Our offerings also provide pathways to certifications in Initial EC-12 Special Education, Educational Diagnostician, and Behavior Analyst, helping professionals enhance their expertise and qualifications in special education and related fields.

Further information about ELPS and its programs is available at: https://www.uh.edu/education/departments/elps/.

Qualifications
A doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in Special Education, Behavior Analysis, or a related field.
A history of successful related experience in the discipline (e.g., experience as a special education teacher, educational diagnostician/school psychologist, behavior analyst, special education coordinator/director, etc.).
Competency in assigned course content area(s).
A valid certification/license in the area in which they’re teaching (e.g., special education teacher, educational diagnostician, BCBA, LSSP, etc.).
Five (5) years experience in public schools in special education settings or related clinical settings preferred.
Excellent interpersonal skills and a clear understanding of adult learning theory (engaging adult students).
Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and district partners.
Exceptional verbal, written, and electronic communication skills.

Required Attachments
Please submit a cover letter, current curriculum vitae, and (3) unofficial transcripts. If selected, additional documents may be requested.

Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of the final candidates. All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are an Equal Opportunity Institution.