Assistant/Associate Professor, Master’s Program in Teaching Students with Disabilities (All Grades)

Touro University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 67,238 - 84,048; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health plans

Retirement Plan with matching contributions

Tuition Exemption Program

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

Touro University is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor for the Master’s Program in Teaching Students with Disabilities in New York. The role involves designing and teaching courses, supervising master's candidates, and contributing to the school's scholarly activities. Candidates should have a doctorate in special education, a commitment to culturally responsive pedagogy, and significant experience in PreK-12 education. Compensation ranges from $67,238 to $84,048 annually, with a comprehensive benefits package including health plans, retirement, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate; ABD with anticipated conferral date within one year considered.
• Successful PreK-12 teaching with 3+ years of experience.
• Experience with assessment and data usage in teaching students with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Design and teach graduate courses in teaching students with disabilities.
• Supervise and provide feedback to candidates during clinical practice.
• Participate in department committees and grant writing.

Skills

Communication skills

Teaching skills

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Culturally responsive pedagogy

Experience with students with disabilities

Education

Earned doctorate in special education or related field

Tools

Canvas

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Connect

Zoom

Job description

Assistant/Associate Professor, Master’s Program in Teaching Students with Disabilities (All Grades)

Job Location: US-NY-New York

Overview

The Assistant or Associate Professor plays a pivotal role in the upcoming Master of Science Program in Teaching Students with Disabilities (All Grades). Working closely with the Program Chair, the individual is responsible for designing and teaching program courses focused on PreK-12 teaching students with disabilities, and ensuring overall program effectiveness. In addition to teaching responsibilities, the professor advises and supervises master’s degree candidates, actively participates in faculty collaborative professional learning, GSE committees, and demonstrates scholarly productivity in the field of teaching students with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Designs, revises, and teaches graduate courses in teaching students with disabilities (All grade bands)
• Maintains current knowledge of early childhood, childhood education, middle, and high school curricula (NYSED/NYCPS and other), including literacy and mathematics
• Experience with assessment and effective teaching methodologies for students with special needs, utilizing a variety of instructional delivery methods, instructional and assistive technologies, and educational resources for educational equity and access
• Supports the candidate's work related to the intersection of multilingualism and special education
• Supervises and provides effective feedback to candidates during clinical practice
• Serves as an instructional leader, facilitating and participating with collaborative faculty teams, course revisions, and developing and sustaining transformative pedagogy in graduate teaching and learning, whether online or in-person
• Contributes to clinical partnerships with schools and mentors in PreK‑12 Teaching Students with Disabilities, and to the development of a clinically rich teacher preparation program
• Provides academic advisement to program candidates and outreach to potential candidates
• Maintains a current record of scholarly activities and publications, as well as professional service
• Serves on Graduate School of Education committees
• Supports and contributes to program‑level continuous improvement for national/professional accreditation
• Engages in successful grant writing
• Upholds the missions and values of Touro University and the Graduate School of Education in both online and in‑person contexts
• Attends three in‑person faculty retreats per academic year in September, January, and June, as well as any other meetings organized by the GSE and Touro University
• Performs other duties as assigned, which may include both online and in‑person responsibilities

Qualifications

• Education/Experience
  • REQUIREMENTS:
    • Earned doctorate in special education or related field; ABD with anticipated conferral date within one year of hire considered
    • Successful PreK‑12 teaching of students with disabilities, with classroom teaching experience of three or more years, working with students who have individual education programs, and with diverse students
    • Successful experience in assessment and data use in the PreK‑12 teaching of students with disabilities in the classroom, with evidence of positive learning and development for diverse groups of students
    • Experience using Canvas and other technology in educational settings to support effective teaching and learning in educational settings
    • Experience using Canvas or other learning management systems, along with a range of instructional technologies to support effective teaching and learning in educational settings
    • Experience in course and program design
    • Commitment to culturally responsive and sustaining pedagogy
    • Demonstrated ability for scholarly productivity
  • Desired Qualifications:
    • Knowledge of school and community‑based programs and experience building partnerships in diverse communities is highly desirable
    • Evidence of success as an educator preparer at the college or university level in traditional classrooms and online
    • Experience using Canvas and other technology in educational settings
    • Active involvement in professional organizations
    • Successful grant writing
    • Expertise in urban education
    • Experience with students with multiple special needs

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Excellent communication, teaching, and interpersonal/intercultural skills across a wide range of mediums (including social media)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Proficiency in online learning platforms, including Canvas, Adobe Connect, Zoom, Play Posit, Yuja, and other digital media

Travel

• Some travel to Touro University GSE sites in New York City, including occasional evenings

Salary

Maximum Salary: USD $84,048.00/Yr.

Minimum Salary: USD $67,238.00/Yr.

Benefits and Compensation

Touro University offers a comprehensive benefits package for full‑time employees which includes:

• Full range of Health Plans
  • Medical Plans (choice of EPO, PPO, High Deductible HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Dental Plans (PPO & HMO) and Vision Plan
• Dependent Care and Transit Programs
• Life Insurance, AD&D and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short‑term and Long‑term disability programs
• Retirement Plan (403b) – matching contribution up to 5% for eligible/enrolled employees following one year of employment (may make own pre‑tax contributions immediately following employment)
• Touro University Tuition Exemption Program for eligible employees, their spouse and dependent children
• Employee Assistance Program
• Early‑Release Fridays (upon approval)
• Generous Paid Time Off
  • Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave & Floating Holiday
  • Annual Holiday Schedule
• All campuses of the Touro University unite to promote our core values of Respect, Integrity, and Ethics. As an international institution with diverse and talented faculty and staff, we value an inclusive learning experience where students and employees come first.
• Touro University is an equal opportunity employer. Touro University treats all employees, job applicants, and students without unlawful consideration of race, ethnicity, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), age, disability, medical condition, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military service or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We are committed to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy in all decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, the administration of educational programs and activities, hiring, compensation, training and apprenticeship, placement, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, layoff, suspension, expulsion and termination, and all other terms and conditions of admission, matriculation, and employment.
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