Special Education Professor

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem State University in Salem, MA invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Special Education Professor starting Fall 2027. The position supports an inclusive educator preparation program and partnerships with local schools and communities.

Candidates should hold a doctoral degree in Special Education and have professional teaching experience, with a scholarly agenda and potential for program development and accreditation contributions.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching in higher education
• Commitment to inclusive instructional practices in educational settings
• Scholarly agenda and research activity
• Ability to contribute to program development and accreditation

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Special Education in multiple modalities
• Supervise teacher candidates in practicum experiences
• Develop and maintain partnerships with local schools and districts to support practicum experiences
• Participate in program development, accreditation processes

Skills

Teaching experience in higher ed

Inclusive instructional practices

Curriculum development

Education

Doctoral degree in Special Education

Job description

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Job Description - Special Education Professor (2600056V)

Job Description

Special Education Professor - ( 2600056V )

Description

Salem State University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Special Education beginning in Fall 2027. The successful candidate will contribute to a dynamic educator preparation program committed to inclusive practices, equity, and strong partnerships with schools and communities.

Salem State University offers an environment where academic excellence and student success are paramount. We seek faculty who are passionate about educating a diverse student body of learners and leaders and who thrive in a collegial and collaborative setting. As an Hispanic and Minority Serving institution, we are dedicated to civic engagement and the success of first-generation college students, we value initiative, continuous improvement and accountability. Join our community, where your scholarship and teaching will have a lasting impact on both the university and the greater world.

Duties and Responsibilities

Candidatesare required to perform duties in accordance with the MSCA contract. Duties include teaching, advising, scholarship and contributions to continuously improvethe department and university. The standard teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester. The position is subject to available funding.

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Special Education in multiple modalities
• Supervise teacher candidates in pre-practicum and/or practicum field experiences
• Develop and maintain partnerships with local schools and districts to support practicum experiences and collaborative initiatives
• Participate in program development, accreditation processes

• Earned doctoral degree in Special Education or a closely related field (conferred by August 1, 2027)
• Professional experience as a Special Education teacher
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive instructional practices in educational settings and culturally responsive practices
• A scholarly agenda
• Expertise in one or more of the following areas:
  • Evidence-based instructional practices, materials, and methods for teaching students with moderate disabilities
  • Literacy instruction for students with disabilities
  • Diagnostic and educational assessment for students with disabilities
  • Development, interpretation, and implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
  • Autism spectrum disorder, including school-based and home-based interventions, collaboration with families, and advocacy for students with autism
    

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching in higher education
• Experience with online asynchronous or hybrid instruction and learning management systems, such as Canvas
• Strong organizational and written and communication skills
• Salem State University seeks faculty and librarians whose teaching, scholarship, and service will contribute to studentsuccess, academic excellence, and the university’s public mission. We welcome candidates with demonstrated ability to work effectively with students from varied backgrounds and to support an inclusive learning environment. Applicants may describe relevant accomplishments in teaching, scholarship/research, service, and community-engaged work

Working Location

This is an onsitepositionin Salem, MA with on-campus, in-person responsibilities.

Employment is contingent upon a completed background and CORI check satisfactory to the university.

This position is not eligible for H1B visa sponsorship.

EEO Statement

The university considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

ADA Statement

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. Foraccommodation information or requests please email [e-mail] .

Recruitment Agencies

Salem State University does not partner with or accept candidates from outside staffing agencies. All hiring is managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team.

Official Title : Assistant Professor

Job

Education

Agency

Salem State College

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day

Job Posting

Jul 27, 2026, 6:50:14 PM

Number of Openings

1

Salary

80,000.00 - 85,000.00 Yearly

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