Assistant Professor, Education and Special Education Programs, Early Childhood Education and Sp[...]

Touro University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans

Retirement Plan

Tuition Exemption Program

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

Touro University in New York is seeking an Assistant Professor for Early Childhood Education and Special Education. This full-time role involves teaching graduate courses, supervising teacher candidates, and contributing to program improvement and accreditation. The ideal candidate should hold a doctorate in Education, have significant teaching experience, and exhibit commitment to innovative educational practices. Competitive salary with benefits including health plans and tuition exemption.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Education, Special Education, or related field required.
• Minimum three years successful classroom teaching experience with diverse students.
• Experience in course and program design preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate courses for initial teacher certification.
• Participate in clinical supervision of teaching candidates.
• Contribute to program-level continuous improvement for national accreditation.

Skills

Teaching experience

Assessment methodologies

Culturally responsive pedagogy

Online course design

Communication skills

Education

Earned doctorate in Education or related field

Tools

Canvas

Microsoft Office Suite

Zoom

Job description

Assistant Professor, Education and Special Education Programs, Early Childhood Education and Special Education Birth-Grade 2 (10 - month position)

Overview

The Assistant/Associate Professor is a full-time faculty member with all the duties and responsibilities of ranked faculty at the Graduate School of Education, with expertise in Early Childhood Education & Special Education. This position will also work closely with the program Chair and the Office of Clinical Practice to promote alignment of course content with the candidate's clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate courses in the programs offered for initial teacher certification in both general education and teaching students with disabilities (grades B-2)
• Maintain knowledge of standards and curriculum guidelines by NYSED, NYCPS, AAQEP, DEC and other agencies, with special emphasis on early literacy, math, and teaching students with disabilities in early childhood settings
• Serve as an instructional leader, facilitating, and participating with collaborative faculty teams to supervise and mentor teacher candidates
• Participate in the clinical supervision of candidates, in coordination with the Office of Clinical Practice
• Support the Chair with virtual and in-person orientation activities for new cohorts, and support the design and implementation of top-quality PD events for partners
• Contribute new initiatives, such as induction programs, to better prepare novice teachers as they complete their programs at GSE and obtain initial certification
• Provide academic advisement to program candidates
• Maintain a current record of scholarly activities and publications, as well as professional service
• Serve on Graduate School of Education committees
• Support and contribute to program-level continuous improvement for national/professional accreditation
• Uphold the missions and values of Touro University and the GSE; perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Earned doctorate in Education, Special Education, or related field
• Successful classroom teaching experience of three or more years, working with diverse students
• Successful experience in assessment and data use in early childhood and special education classrooms with evidence of positive learning and development for diverse groups of students
• Experience in course and program design
• Commitment to culturally responsive and sustaining pedagogy
• Demonstrated ability for scholarly productivity
• 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
• Experience in teaching and designing online courses is preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of school and Community-Based Organizations and experience building partnerships in diverse communities
• Experience with Quality Stars and/or the Pyramid Model and NY State Initiatives such as Universal Pre‑K Experience and knowledge of the IFSP process, early intervention, and turning five IEP strategies
• Experience using Canvas and other technology in educational settings; active involvement in professional organizations
• Expertise in urban education; experience with students with multiple special needs
• 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, & Outlook
• Proficiency in online learning platforms including Canvas, Adobe Connect, Zoom, and other digital media and Teaching Strategies Platinum

Certifications/Licenses

• Please include a cover letter with resume.

Travel

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

Maximum Salary

USD $72,000.00/Yr.

Minimum Salary

USD $68,000.00/Yr.

Benefits

• 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

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