Special Education Adjunct Pool - Academic Year 2025-2026

Portland State University, College of Urban and Public Affairs; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 33,480 - 55,800; Part time

Job summary

Portland State University, College of Urban and Public Affairs is looking for Special Education Adjunct instructors for the 2025-2026 academic year. The successful candidates will enhance the educational experiences of students with disabilities across various specializations.

Applicants should have a Master’s Degree in Special Education or closely related field, along with PK-12 teaching experience. A commitment to diversity and creating inclusive educational environments is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Special Education or closely related field.
• PK-12 teaching experience.
• Experience teaching adults is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Enhance educational experiences of students with disabilities.
• Teach courses in Special Education.

Skills

Teaching experience

Cultural competency

Education

Master’s Degree in Special Education

Ed.D. or Ph.D. in Special Education

Job description

Position Details

Proposed Start Date: 09/16/2025 – Working Title: Special Education Adjunct Pool – Academic Year 2025‑2026 – Department: 260100 – EDU Special Education – Position Number: D97726 – Representation: AP – AFT, Local 3571.

Position Summary

Portland State University (PSU) is an urban university located in the heart of Portland. PSU educates over 27,000 students and offers programs for bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees. The College of Education (COE) is Oregon’s largest college of education. The COE’s mission is to prepare students for lifelong learning in diverse environments, including schools, post‑secondary institutions, community organizations, and social service agencies. The Department of Special Education seeks adjunct instructors to enhance the educational experiences of students with disabilities.

Program Areas

• Special Education: K‑12 Generalist
• Autism
• Applied Behavior Analysis
• Inclusive Education – Elementary Dual Licensure
• Inclusive Education – Secondary Dual Licensure
• Infant/Toddler Mental Health
• Early Intervention
• Visually Impaired Learner
• Orientation & Mobility

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Special Education (or closely related field)
• PK‑12 teaching experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Ed.D. or Ph.D. in Special Education (or closely related field)
• Experience teaching adults

Key Cultural Competencies

• Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences.
• Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds.
• Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement.
• Adheres to all PSU policies, including those on prohibited discrimination & harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.

Environmental Stewardship

Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long‑term sustainability goals.

Professional Standards of Conduct

At Portland State University, all employees are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner that maintains a safe, respectful, and productive environment for faculty, students, administrators, and staff. Every member of the PSU community must comply with the PSU Professional Standards of Conduct available at www.pdx.edu/hr/professional-standards-conduct.

Compensation

Adjunct faculty are hired on either an annual or per‑term basis and are paid per credit hour in accordance with the PSUFA Collective Bargaining Agreement.