Assistant Professor - Special Education & Critical Disability

Go Huskies; Tacoma, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 9,600 - 10,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Washington Tacoma School of Education invites applications for a nine-month, full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor in Special Education: Critical Disability Studies. The candidate will teach in multiple modalities and contribute to a diverse, inclusive community.

The appointment includes responsibilities across teaching, research, and service, with opportunities for relocation support and startup funds where applicable.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Special Education or related field by the start of the appointment.
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• KEY POINTS: Tenure-track position, Special Education, Tacoma
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Responsibilities

• Teach six standard courses per academic year across areas such as special education, critical disability studies, reading and literacy, assessment, inclusion pedagogies, and social-emotional learning.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students from diverse backgrounds and contribute to scholarly agenda and program reviews.
• Engage in research and service, including accreditation activities, curriculum development, and external partnerships.
• Participate in university and campus committees and maintain community relationships.

Skills

Inclusive teaching

Mentoring

Curriculum development

Research planning

Education

Doctorate in Special Education

PK-12 teaching credential

Job description

The University of Washington Tacoma School of Education invites applications for a nine-month, full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor in Special Education: Critical Disability Studies. The candidate will teach in multiple modalities and contribute to a diverse, inclusive community.

The appointment includes responsibilities across teaching, research, and service, with opportunities for relocation support and startup funds where applicable.