Professor — Emotional Impairments & Behavior Disorders

Hope College; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hope College Education Department invites applications for a tenure-track or non-tenure-track position in Emotional Impairments/Emotional/Behavior Disorders beginning in the fall of 2027.

We seek candidates prepared to teach classes focusing on (1) characteristics of students with Emotional Impairments, (2) teaching elementary and secondary students with Emotional Impairments, (3) providing a theoretical foundation of classroom and behavior management and special education mandates, and (4)

Qualifications

• Ph.D., Ed.D., or Master’s degree will be considered for this position.
• Valid teaching certificate; excellence in teaching and scholarly activity.
• Experience with diverse student populations and commitment to inclusive education.
• Knowledge of assessment, technology in teaching, and instruction.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; expertise in EI/Behavioral Disorders.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in special education related to emotional impairments.
• Coordinate and supervise clinical experiences for teacher candidates.
• Foster partnerships with local schools and private programs in the Holland/Grand Rapids area.
• Advise teacher-candidates and participate in department and college initiatives.

Skills

Special education teaching

Data-driven instruction

Assessment knowledge

Technology in teaching

Interpersonal communication

Diversity in education

Education

Ph.D., Ed.D., or Master’s degree

Job description

Hope College Education Department invites applications for a tenure-track or non-tenure-track position in Emotional Impairments/Emotional/Behavior Disorders beginning in the fall of 2027.

We seek candidates prepared to teach classes focusing on (1) characteristics of students with Emotional Impairments, (2) teaching elementary and secondary students with Emotional Impairments, (3) providing a theoretical foundation of classroom and behavior management and special education mandates, and (4)