Clinical Assistant Professor-Special Education-Creating a Pool

Illinois State University; Normal (IL); Hybrid; USD 50,835 - 68,779; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement options

Tuition waiver

Paid time off

Job summary

Illinois State University invites a pool of qualified individuals for non-tenure-track clinical assistant teaching positions in Special Education, potential openings for the 2026-2027 academic year. Roles may be part-time or full-time, with instruction and supervision in K-12 classrooms across Illinois, offering remote, in-person, or hybrid formats as required.

Applicants with expertise in related subdisciplines are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Master degree in special education or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of work experience as a special educator.
• Professional Educator License and Special Education Endorsement (LBS1, DHH, BVI).
• Computer competency.
• Some travel to schools for supervision is required.
• Candidates must be able to demonstrate oral proficiency in English as mandated by state law.

Responsibilities

• Teach and supervise special education majors during clinical experiences in K-12 classrooms throughout Illinois.
• Provide support to students in teaching and supervision in various formats (remote, in person, or hybrid) as needed by the department.

Skills

Computer competency

Oral English proficiency

Travel required

Education

Master degree in special education

Job description

Title: Clinical Assistant Professor – Special Education – Creating a Pool

Employee Classification: Clinical Asst Professor

Division Name: Academic Affairs

College/Unit: College of Education

Department: Special Education

Campus Location: Normal, IL

Job Summary

The Department of Special Education invites a pool of qualified persons interested in non-tenure-track clinical assistant teaching positions (part‑time or full‑time) in anticipation of possible openings throughout the 2026-2027 academic year. The Department emphasizes excellence in teaching and seeks energetic and knowledgeable supervisors and clinical instructors who will teach and support special education major students during their clinical experiences in K‑12 classrooms throughout the state of Illinois (students include both traditional and non‑traditional students). Students could be majoring in learning and behavior, deaf and hard of hearing, or low vision and blindness. Instruction and supervision can occur remotely, in person, or hybrid based on departmental needs. Applicants with expertise and experience in these subdisciplines are encouraged to apply. Applications are accepted continuously for non‑tenure-track clinical assistant teaching positions and reviewed as vacancies become available. There may not be an actual vacancy at the time you apply.

University Benefits

• Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life (eligibility determination)
• Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
• Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
• Paid benefit time

Additional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/.

Salary

$4,984 per month prorated to the amount of time contracted (FTE).

Required Qualifications

1. Master degree in special education, or related field.
2. A minimum of 3 years of work experience as a special educator.
3. Professional Educator License and Special Education Endorsement (LBS1, DHH, BVI).
4. Computer competency.
5. Some travel to schools for supervision is required.
6. Candidates must be able to demonstrate oral proficiency in the English language as a requirement for this position, as mandated by state law.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Prior teaching experience at the post‑secondary level.
2. Professional experience in leadership or mentoring teachers and/or teacher candidates.

Required Applicant Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of 3 professional references with contact information

Special Instructions for Applicants

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply".

Contact Information for Applicants

Special Education:
Deanna Perkins
[e-mail]

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and, if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Equal Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at [phone]. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at [phone].