Assistant/Associate Professor - Special Education

Hamline University; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamline University’s School of Education & Leadership invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Special Education. The role involves teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels, developing licensure coursework, and partnering with PK–12 schools.

The successful candidate will apply evidence-based practices, data-driven decisions, and inclusive, culturally responsive teaching, while contributing to program development, accreditation activities, and

Qualifications

• Doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in Special Education.
• License in Special Education (ABS, ASD, EBD, DCD, OHD, SLD or Developmental Disabilities).
• Minimum of five (5) years of PK–12 special education teaching experience (teacher of record).
• Expertise in evidence-based practices and behavior intervention.
• Experience with data-based decision-making.
• Experience developing and teaching licensure-based coursework.
• Experience working with diverse learners in culturally and linguistically responsive settings.
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach 24 credits per year at graduate and undergraduate level in special education.
• Develop and revise licensure-based coursework.
• Design instruction grounded in evidence-based practices and data-based decision-making.
• Teach in multiple formats (in-person, hybrid, online).
• Supervise teacher candidates in clinical and student teaching placements.
• Advise/mentor students throughout their program.
• Contribute to licensure areas and PK–12 partnerships.
• Participate in accreditation, assessment, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Data-based decision making

Collaboration

Interpersonal skills

AI literacy

Education

PhD or EdD in Special Education

License in Special Education

Tools

Instructional technologies

AI tools

Job description

Position Overview

The School of Education & Leadership at Hamline University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Special Education. The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable in special education, skilled in instructional technology, familiar with Minnesota teacher preparation standards, and committed to culturally responsive and inclusive practices.

This position will teach a range of undergraduate and graduate courses in special education and contribute to program development, licensure expansion, and partnerships with PK–12 schools. This role also supports alignment of curricular and clinical experiences and collaborates with faculty and staff across the Hamline School of Education and Leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching

• Teach 24 credits per year, at the graduate and undergraduate level, primarily in special education
• Develop and revise licensure-based coursework
• Design instruction grounded in evidence-based practices, including behavior intervention and data-based decision-making
• Teach in multiple formats (in-person, hybrid, online)
• Supervise teacher candidates in clinical and student teaching placements
• Advise/mentor students throughout their program

Program Development & Unit Support

• Contribute to the development of special education licensure areas
• Support dual-licensure pathways and PK–12 partnerships
• Participate in accreditation, assessment, and continuous improvement
• Engage in program data collection, analysis, and reporting

Partnerships, Service, and Recruitment

• Build partnerships with PK–12 schools and community organizations
• Support clinical placements and candidate mentoring
• Serve on departmental and university committees
• Participate in unit meetings, training, and recruitment activities

Scholarship

• Maintain an active agenda of scholarship or professional practice
• Engage in program evaluation, applied research, and/or grant activities

Required Qualifications

• Doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in Special Education
• License in Special Education (ABS, ASD, EBD, DCD, OHD, SLD or Developmental Disabilities)
• Minimum of five (5) years of PK–12 special education teaching experience (teacher of record)
• Expertise in evidence-based practices and behavior intervention
• Experience with data-based decision-making
• Experience developing and teaching licensure-based coursework
• Experience working with diverse learners in culturally and linguistically responsive settings
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of seven (7) years PK–12 special education teaching experience (teacher of record)
• Experience supporting students with a range of learning needs
• Experience with behavioral intervention frameworks
• Familiarity with applied or practice-based research
• Experience in teacher preparation or higher education
• Experience with program development, licensure, or accreditation
• Experience with online/hybrid instruction and instructional technologies
• Evidence of scholarship or potential for funded research
• Experience teaching AI literacy and incorporating AI tools into the classroom

• Cover letter describing your interest in Hamline and the Special Education program
• Curriculum vitae
• Statement of teaching practices and philosophy
• Statement of research or scholarly interests
• Unofficial transcripts of graduate work

Candidates should arrange for three letters of reference to be submitted, at least one of which should address their teaching experience.

Applications received by November 16th will receive full consideration, and the position will remain open until filled. Questions may be addressed to either co-chair of the search committee, Suzanne Gikas [e-mail] or Joe Lewis [e-mail]