Part Time Instructor - Teacher Education - Special Education

Nevada State University; Kentucky; Vor Ort; USD 11.000 - 33.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Nevada State University seeks qualified adjunct faculty to teach part-time in Special Education, including Generalist K-12, ASD, and Early Childhood Special Education. Courses may be in-person, online, or hybrid, with open pool candidacy handled as-needed.

Adjuncts are paid at $1,000 per credit hour, with courses ranging from 1 to 3 credits. Master's in Special Education and US work eligibility are required.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in Special Education.
• Minimum of three years full-time experience teaching children in K-12.
• Evidence of commitment to teaching excellence and mentoring undergraduates.
• Effective interpersonal, communication, and technology skills.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Aufgaben

• Teach Special Education courses (Generalist K-12) and related subjects.
• Deliver instruction in-person, online, or via hybrid formats.
• Contribute to student mentoring and academic support as needed.

Kenntnisse

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Technology skills

Active learning

Mentoring undergraduate students

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Special Education

Jobbeschreibung

Part Time Instructor - Teacher Education - Special Education

Nevada State University appreciates your interest in employment. To ensure your application process runs smoothly, we ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:

Job Description

Nevada State University actively maintains an open pool of qualified individuals to be selected on an as-needed basis by the department to fulfill part-time temporary instructional needs and applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Nevada State invites applications for an open pool of adjunct faculty for in-person, online or hybrid courses in the following areas:

• Special Education (Generalist K-12)
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Early Childhood Special Education (Developmentally Delayed)

Applications will be considered on an as-needed basis determined by course availability.

Adjunct faculty members are compensated at the rate of $1,000 per credit hour. Courses range from 1-3 credits.

About the institution

Nevada State University, a four-year Minority Serving public institution with a statewide mission, is dedicated to excellence in teaching and learning and committed to the advancement of a diverse and largely underserved student population. Designated a Hispanic Serving (HSI) and Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Institution (AANAPI), Nevada State is a university where teaching and student support are valued above all else.

Nevada State University continues to grow as an institution of higher education. In Fall 2025, the enrollment surpassed 8,400, with 8,287 undergraduate students and 117 graduate students. A majority of our students are first generation, racial/ethnic minorities, parents, and/or returning students, of which 48% are Hispanic, 10% are Asian/Pacific Islander, 10% are Black/African American, and 22% are White.

We celebrate the storied backgrounds of our campus community. We operate with a shared commitment to represent and serve the diverse population of Nevada and to encourage the exchange of ideas that respects and honors the lived experiences of our students, staff, and faculty. We foster a culture of inclusive excellence so our members can live authentically, fully engage, and flourish. In order to strengthen the university and progress its mission, the university dedicates itself to intentional and ongoing reflection to meeting the evolving needs of Nevada State University, the surrounding communities, and the State of Nevada.

We seek applicants who are passionate about working with this promising student population and collaborating with faculty and staff across departments to make a lasting impact in developing our institution and our community.

We encourage you to highlight your background in fostering an inclusive campus culture and supporting the success of students who are historically underrepresented in higher education.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Special Education.
• Minimum of three (3) years full-time experience teaching children in K-12.
• Evidence of a strong commitment to teaching, educational excellence, and mentoring undergraduate students.
• Effective interpersonal, communication, and technology skills.
• Commitment to active learning and teaching strategies.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship (Nevada State does not sponsor employment-related visas).

Please note: Applicants must meet the posted minimum qualifications at the time of application in order to be considered for the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate in Special Education.
• Previous teaching experience with undergraduate students.
• Relevant experience in K-12 settings.
• Experience in web-based coursework.
  
• Demonstrated commitment to active learning and innovative teaching.

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

16.8%

Required Attachment(s)

• Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications and experience;
• Cover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the position and Nevada State University;
• Names and contact information of three references (you will be notified before references are contacted).

Applications that do not include the required uploaded documents may not be considered.

Posting Close Date 06/30/2027

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

Nevada State University does not currently sponsor Visas, all applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nevada State University

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