Tenure-Track Special Education & Graduate Program Lead

Fort Lewis College; United States; On-site; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Lewis College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Special Education to begin Fall 2027. The role includes teaching graduate and undergraduate courses, coordinating the graduate program, and advancing licensure pathways in SPED.

The position emphasizes diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility, with regular teaching duties and involvement in accreditation and program development.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Special Education or closely related field.
• A minimum of three years of experience as a Special Education Teacher in K-12 schools.
• An active research agenda in Special Education or Special Education/Teacher Education.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate and undergraduate courses and coordinate the graduate program in Special Education.
• Mentor Special Education students and contribute to program accreditation and reauthorization processes.
• Provide academic advising, engage in scholarship, and participate in service to the college and department.

Skills

Teaching in higher education

Diversity & inclusion

Digital accessibility knowledge

Program coordination

Advising & mentoring

Scholarship & service

Education

PhD/EdD in Special Education

3+ years SPED teaching in K-12

Active research agenda in Special Education

Tools

Online teaching platforms

Job description

Fort Lewis College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Special Education to begin Fall 2027. The role includes teaching graduate and undergraduate courses, coordinating the graduate program, and advancing licensure pathways in SPED.

The position emphasizes diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility, with regular teaching duties and involvement in accreditation and program development.