Tenure-Track Specialist in Special Education

Western Connecticut State University; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 81,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel/research funds

Health insurance

Generous leave

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Western Connecticut State University’s School of Professional Studies invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Education Department, specializing in Special Education. The position is on-campus and begins in academic year 2027–2028, with responsibilities across undergraduate and graduate programs.

The successful candidate will teach courses, engage in service and scholarly activity, support Aspiring Educators, and collaborate on CAEP accreditation activities, field

Qualifications

• PhD or EdD in education or closely related field.
• Holding Teaching certification in Special Education (#165).

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the education program.
• Engage in scholarly activity including research and grant writing.
• Support Aspiring Educators and collaborate on program evaluation and CAEP accreditation.
• Contribute to field placements and student teaching activities.
• Participate on department, university and program committees.
• Complete office hours on campus and engage in on-site activities.

Education

PhD or EdD in Education

Teaching certification in Special Education (#165)

Job description

Western Connecticut State University’s School of Professional Studies invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Education Department, specializing in Special Education. The position is on-campus and begins in academic year 2027–2028, with responsibilities across undergraduate and graduate programs.

The successful candidate will teach courses, engage in service and scholarly activity, support Aspiring Educators, and collaborate on CAEP accreditation activities, field