CISE Special Education (Faculty Wage)

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); Hybrid; USD 5,000 - 7,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Virginia is seeking qualified applicants to teach and provide content expertise in special education within the Department of Curriculum, Instruction, and Special Education. Positions may be on grounds in Charlottesville, VA and/or online during Summer 2026, Fall 2026, and Spring 2027 semesters.

Graduate-level instructors require a terminal degree (PhD; EdD) in Education specializing in special education; undergraduate instructors require a master's degree or terminal degree in

Qualifications

• Terminal degree required for graduate-level teaching in education (PhD/EdD).
• Master's or terminal degree required for undergraduate teaching in special education.
• Strong commitment to teaching excellence and experience in PreK-12 or post-secondary teaching preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach and provide content expertise in special education for assigned courses.
• Indicate availability to teach in-person, online, and/or hybrid modalities.
• Apply through UVA Jobs system and participate in background checks as part of hiring process.

Skills

Special education content

Teaching experience

Education

PhD or EdD in Education (Special Education)

Master's in Education (Special Education)

Job description

The University of Virginia's School of Education and Human Development seeks qualified applicants for the Department of Curriculum, Instruction, and Special Education to teach and provide content expertise in special education. Opportunities may be on grounds in Charlottesville, Virginia and/or online during the Summer 2026, Fall 2026, and Spring 2027 semesters.

Graduate-level course instructors require a terminal degree (PhD; EdD) in Education specializing in special education or a related field.

Undergraduate course instructors require a master's degree or terminal degree specializing in special education or a related field.

Applicants must have a strong commitment to teaching excellence. Previous PreK‑12 or post-secondary education teaching experience in the course content area is strongly preferred. Your cover letter must detail your specific content area expertise and experience within special education. Additionally, please note your availability to teach in‑person, online, and/or hybrid modalities.

These available at‑will positions for teaching a single course do not carry benefits. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. This position will require an Education Verification. The department will not sponsor visas for this position.

Please be aware that applications for this faculty wage position will be considered on an ongoing basis as instructional needs arise. Instructional openings for the summer and fall semesters are typically filled in April and instructional needs for the spring are typically filled in November.

To apply, please submit an application online at https://jobs.virginia.edu and attach a current cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three references. Search on requisition number: R0080646.

Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website.

Questions related to the application process may be directed to Keith Johnson, HR Specialist at [e-mail].

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.