Assistant Professor, Special Education — Equity & Urban Prep

neiu; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago is inviting applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Special Education beginning August 2027. The Programs in Special Education prepare students for licensure and advanced study across undergraduate and graduate pathways in a collaborative, equity-minded environment.

The successful candidate will teach across campus locations and modalities (online, hybrid, in-person), advise candidates, contribute to curriculum and program

Qualifications

• Earned Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Special Education or closely related field; ABD considered if completion by Aug 1, 2027.
• Graduate preparation, scholarship, and/or professional experience in special education.
• Knowledge of contemporary evidence-based practices for educating students with disabilities in K-12 settings.
• K-12 teaching experience in special education, ideally as a licensed teacher.
• Ability to teach broad undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the Programs in Special Education.
• Commitment to teaching, scholarship, and service in a diverse urban university environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses across modalities and campuses.
• Teach courses on characteristics and education of students with disabilities, assessment, instructional practices, collaboration, and policy.
• Maintain an active program of scholarship with peer-reviewed publications and presentations.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate candidates through academic and licensure requirements.
• Participate in curriculum development, program assessment, and program improvement.
• Contribute to program, department, college, and university service and outreach.
• Collaborate with districts and community partners to strengthen educator preparation.
• Support accreditation, licensure, and program review activities.

Education

Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Special Education or closely related field

Job description

Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago is inviting applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Special Education beginning August 2027. The Programs in Special Education prepare students for licensure and advanced study across undergraduate and graduate pathways in a collaborative, equity-minded environment.

The successful candidate will teach across campus locations and modalities (online, hybrid, in-person), advise candidates, contribute to curriculum and program