Education - Assistant Professor - Special Education

Western Connecticut State University; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 81,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave policies

Retirement plan options

Health insurance options

Supplemental benefits for retirement/f

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Western Connecticut State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor - Special Education in the Education Department for AY 2027-2028. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, engage in service and scholarly activity, and contribute to CAEP accreditation and field placements.

On-campus responsibilities include office hours, collaboration with colleagues, and participation in university committees.

Qualifications

• PhD or EdD in Education or closely related field.
• Teaching certification in Special Education (#165).
• Preferred: additional teaching certification in Secondary or Elementary Education, TESOL and/or Bilingual and 092.
• Demonstrated experience teaching in an education program; PK-12 teacher/leadership; scholarly publications; online teaching using universal design for instruction.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in education programs.
• Engage in service and scholarly activity including research and grant writing.
• Support Aspiring Educators; collaborate on program evaluation and CAEP accreditation activities; coordinate field placements and student teaching.

Skills

Teaching

Scholarly research

Grant writing

Online teaching

Diversity & inclusion

Education

PhD/EdD in Education

Special Education teaching certification

Tools

CAEP accreditation processes

Job description

Western Connecticut State University School of Professional Studies Education Department Assistant Professor - Special Education Tenure Track – Academic Year 2027 - 2028

Western Connecticut State University’s School of Professional Studies is pleased to announce that applications are being accepted for a tenure-track Assistant Professor - Special Education in the Education Department.

WCSU is committed to enhancing our diverse university community by actively encouraging people with disabilities, members of LGBTQIA and BIPOC communities, veterans, and women to apply. We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion. WCSU is honored to be awarded the federal designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). This accomplishment marks a pivotal moment in our progress toward fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion within our campus community.

The School of Professional Studies is comprised of six (6) departments: Education, Education Psychology, Health Promotion & Exercise Science, Justice & Law Administration, Nursing, and Social Work. Undergraduatedegrees are offered in each of these professional fields, as well as Master’s degrees in Education, Counseling and Applied Behavioral Analysis, Homeland Security, Nursing and Doctoral degrees in Education and Nursing.

The Department of Education is one of the signature departments at WCSU and offers the following degrees in professional fields: a BS in Elementary Education Interdisciplinary Major, BS in Secondary Education, MAT Secondary Education, and MS in Education Options in Literacy and Language Arts or Special Education, and an Ed.D. in Instructional Leadership with an option for the #092 track. Programs are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), and NEASC. For more information, visit https://www.wcsu.edu/education/. Information on the University can be found at www.wcsu.edu.

Position Summary:

This position requires the candidate to be on campus. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses in the education program(s). The successful candidate is also responsible for engagement in appropriate service; engagement in scholarly activity including research and grant writing; support for Aspiring Educators; and collaboration with colleagues to conduct program evaluation, CAEP accreditation activities, and field placement and student teaching. The candidate will serve on department, university and program committees. The education programs on campus, hybrid, or online; however, the candidate must complete office hours on campus and participate in activities on campus.

Minimum qualifications

PhD or EdD with the concentration in education or a closely related field. Holds Teaching certification in Special Education (#165).

Preferred qualifications:

Candidate holds additional Teaching certification in any of the following Secondary education, Elementary Education, TESOL and/or Bilingual and 092. Demonstrated experience teaching in an education program; experience as a PK-12 Teacher and leader; a record of scholarly publications; and experience with online teaching using universal design for instruction. Preference may be shown to candidates with 2-3 years teaching experience in higher education.

A candidate who does not meet the above standards may also be appointed provided the candidate has credentials and/or experience substantially comparable to the above experience.

WCSU is particularly interested in applicants who have experience working with students from different backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for first‑generation and under‑represented groups. The successful candidate is expected to value and encourage all forms of diversity, including neurodiversity.

Salary & Benefits:

The hiring salary range is $81,149 - $94,674 and is commensurate upon candidates' experience. Please note: WCSU is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas at this time. Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Faculty also have access to generous travel and/or research funds. WCSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous leave policies
• Multiple retirement plan options
• Comprehensive health insurance choices
• Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection
• Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)

Additional information on benefits can be found at www.wcsu.edu/hr/benefits/.

All employment, if offered, is contingent upon proof of citizenship or employability under the requirement of the Immigration and Control Act (IRCA) and the successful passing of a background check. WCSU is committed to providing a safe campus community. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check and, when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Western is an affirmative action equal opportunity educator/Employer