Assistant Professor, Special Education — Research & Teaching

UW-Whitewater; Whitewater (WI); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks two Assistant Professors in Special Education to join our faculty. The position carries a 24-credit annual teaching load with emphasis on high-impact instructional practices and student success.

The roles require a terminal degree in Special Education by August 2027; ABDs may apply with degree completion before the contract start date. Collaboration, research, and service are essential components of the position.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in Special Education by start date; ABDs may apply with timely degree completion.
• Proven university teaching experience and evidence of scholarly activity.
• Ability to teach across areas in science of reading, collaboration, co-teaching, or fieldwork.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 24 credits of instruction per academic year in Special Education.
• Maintain at least five office hours per week for student advising and mentoring.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program assessment.
• Engage in research, scholarship, and service aligned with the department and university.

Skills

Teaching

Collaboration

Diversity & Inclusion

Scholarly achievement

Communication

Education

Terminal degree (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in Special Education

ABD candidates considered if degree completed by contract start date

Tools

Canvas

Job description

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks two Assistant Professors in Special Education to join our faculty. The position carries a 24-credit annual teaching load with emphasis on high-impact instructional practices and student success.

The roles require a terminal degree in Special Education by August 2027; ABDs may apply with degree completion before the contract start date. Collaboration, research, and service are essential components of the position.