Open Rank Faculty in Special Education

Texas State University; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Work-life balance resources

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive Bobcat community

Retirement plans

Job summary

Texas State University is inviting applications for a full-time, nine-month faculty position in Special Education at the Department of Curriculum and Instruction. The role may be filled at tenure-track Assistant Professor or Associate Professor with tenure, or Professor with tenure, starting Fall 2027.

The successful candidate will teach across undergraduate and graduate SPED programs, advise students, maintain an active research program with peer-reviewed outputs, seek external funding, and

Qualifications

• Scholarly program of research focused on Special Education.
• Ability to teach across undergraduate and graduate Special Education courses.
• Commitment to service and leadership within the department and profession.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate SPED courses across in-person, hybrid, and online modalities; develop or revise courses as needed.
• Supervise teacher candidates in field-based or clinical experiences.
• Maintain an active program of research with peer-reviewed publications and presentations.
• Seek external funding to support research and personnel-preparation activities.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of SPED programs.
• Support program activities related to educator preparation, state requirements, accreditation, and standards alignment.
• Provide service and leadership to the SPED program, department, college, university, and profession.

Skills

External funding

Mentoring graduate students

Leadership in educator prep

Partnerships with schools

Professional certifications in SPED

Job description

The Department of Curriculum and Instruction at Texas State University invites applications for one full-time, nine-month faculty position in Special Education . The position may be filled at the rank of tenure-track Assistant Professor or Associate Professor with tenure, or Professor with tenure beginning fall 2027.

We seek a scholar with a clearly identifiable program of research focused on Special Education and improving educational opportunities and outcomes for individuals with disabilities. The successful candidate should be able to contribute to teaching across multiple Special Education program areas (i.e., Special Education generalist). Candidates from all areas of Special Education are encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will contribute to the undergraduate and graduate Special Education programs and to the preparation of Special Education teachers and other professionals who serve individuals with disabilities. The candidate will teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate level, maintain an active program of research, advise and mentor students, contribute to program development, and provide service and leadership within the program, department, university, and profession. Courses are offered on campus, hybrid, and online (synchronous and asynchronous) during the day and in the evening.

Appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor rank will require meeting Texas State University and Department of Curriculum and Instruction standards for appointment with tenure.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key responsibilities include:

• Teaching undergraduate and graduate Special Education courses, including courses supporting teacher preparation and certification, across in-person, hybrid, and online modalities; developing or revising courses as program needs arise.
• Supervising teacher candidates in field-based or clinical teaching experiences.
• Maintaining an active and focused program of research that results in peer-reviewed publications and professional presentations.
• Seeking external funding to support research and/or personnel-preparation activities, as appropriate.
• Advising and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students.
• Contributing to the continued development and improvement of the Special Education programs.
• Supporting program activities related to educator preparation, state requirements, accreditation, and alignment to professional standards.
• Providing service and leadership to the Special Education program, Department of Curriculum and Instruction, College of Education, university, and profession.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Department of Curriculum and Instruction is located within the College of Education at Texas State University. The department offers undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare educators and other professionals to support learning and student success across educational settings. Additional information about the Department of Curriculum and Instruction is available at https://www.education.txst.edu/ci/ .

About Texas State and San Marcos:

Texas State University is a emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university’s picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.

Preferred Qualifications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

• Evidence of potential for securing external funding for research or personnel preparation.
• Experience contributing to educator-preparation or teacher-certification programs.
• Experience developing or participating in partnerships with schools, districts, or other educational organizations.
• Evidence of potential for mentoring graduate students.
• Possession of one or more professional certifications, licenses, or specialized credentials relevant to Special Education or related services (e.g., Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Certified Academic Language Therapist, transition‑related certification, National Board Certification, or a comparable credential).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR or PROFESSOR

• A record of securing external funding for research or personnel preparation.
• Experience mentoring and advising graduate students and serving on graduate committees.
• Experience providing leadership in educator preparation, program development, accreditation, or teacher certification.
• Experience developing and sustaining partnerships with schools, districts, educational agencies, or professional organizations.
• Possession of one or more professional certifications, licenses, or specialized credentials relevant to Special Education or related services (e.g., Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Certified Academic Language Therapist, transition‑related certification, National Board Certification, or a comparable credential).

Full Consideration Date:
Close Date: 11/18/2026

Why work @ Texas State?

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full‑time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family‑friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off‑campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.