Lecturer, General and Special Education

Fayetteville State University; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fayetteville State University in Fayetteville, North Carolina, invites applications for a Full-Time Fixed Term position as a Lecturer in General and Special Education. The role encompasses teaching undergraduate courses, evaluating student learning, and engaging in departmental committees.

The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Education or Special Education with a commitment to public higher education. The university values diversity and encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Education or Special Education required.
• Three years of successful teaching in public schools preferred.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and communication.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses and evaluate student learning.
• Participate in departmental activities and committees.
• Maintain academic standards and exhibit scholarly activity.

Skills

Excellent writing skills

Research skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Master’s in Education or Special Education

Job description

Position Information

Position Title: Lecturer, General and Special Education

Position Number: 000439

Working Title: Lecturer, General and Special Education

Full-time or Part-time: Full Time

Time Limited Position: No

Number of Vacancies: 1

Department: Department of Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle Grades, Reading, and Special Education

Posting Number: 0401422

SHRA/EHRA: EHRA (Faculty)

Job Category: Professional

Hiring Range: Commensurate with Education and Experience

Position is open until filled. Selected candidate may be offered an August 2026 or January 2027 start date, with exact date determined upon selection.

Job Summary

The College of Education at Fayetteville State University invites applications for a Full‑Time Fixed Term Faculty position in the Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle Grades, Reading, and Special Education Department. The incumbent will teach undergraduate courses, evaluate student learning, and participate in departmental activities and committees as prescribed by the Dean and the Department Chair.

The incumbent will also be expected to maintain academic standards, demonstrate knowledge and use of educational technology, digital/virtual/online teaching, exhibit scholarly activity, and commit to public higher education.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• Master’s in Education or Special Education, or a related field; licensure in Special Education is preferred.
• Minimum of three years of successful teaching in public schools or teaching in Special Education with an appropriate license is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Commitment to excellent writing, research, communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills; ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and students across and within units; ability to teach and advise; and ability to foster diversity and effective assessment.
• Collaboration with colleagues in the school, university, and region; knowledge of Common Core Standards and implications; use of educational technology and digital teaching; scholarly activity; and commitment to public higher education.

Preferred Qualifications

• Public school teaching experience and licensed teacher status; experience in scholarly activities, action research, conference presentations, in‑service workshops, and education‑related community services; familiarity with national accreditation processes.
• Teaching experience at the university level.
• Contribution to diversity and academic excellence through research, teaching, and service.

Required Credentials Verification

All new employees must have their credentials and degrees verified prior to employment. Transcripts must be provided for all earned degrees and/or the degree used to satisfy credential requirements. Transcript requests are the responsibility of the candidate.

EEO Statement

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, political affiliation or sexual orientation. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Veteran's Statement

Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.