Assistant Professor- Special Education Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button. If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link. Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide: + Resume + Curriculum Vitae + Unofficial Transcripts + Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter) + Names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of at least three references who can specifically comment upon your teaching ability, experience and professional preparation (references) Inquiries should be addressed to: Satomi Shinde Professor and Search Chair satomi.shinde@uwrf.edu Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before December 8, 2024. Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.90%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf Posting Details Position Information UW - System Position Title Assistant Professor- Special Education Business Title Major Department Code Teacher Education (J113000) Appointment Type Faculty FLSA Status Exempt FTE (Percentage of Appointment) 100 Typical Working Schedule Varies by class schedule Hybrid or On Campus On Campus Position Summary This is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track faculty position. The successful candidate will teach special education courses in our newly launched Master’s program, which will be primarily online starting in Fall 2025. The position also requires 1) the coordination of the graduate special education program, 2) supervision of the candidates, 3) integrating appropriate technology into instruction, 4) advising graduate students; 5) working collaboratively on departmental, college, and university committees and school partnerships; and 5) other activities as assigned. The University expects engagement in scholarly activity, including research, scholarship, or creative endeavors that support its programs. The individual hired is expected to demonstrate a commitment to high-impact, research-based, practicum-embedded teaching. Opportunities exist for optional summer employment through teaching and research grants. Responsibilities + Teach graduate courses in Special Education primarily online. + The standard teaching load is 12 credits per semester. + Supervise teacher candidates in practicums. + Serve as an academic advisor for special education graduate students. + Engage in research and scholarly activities. + Participate in departmental, college, and university faculty governance and service activities. + Perform community service where academic expertise can be shared. + Collaborate as a departmental team member. + Other activities as assigned. Knowledge Skills and Abilities Required Qualifications: Education Requirements: + Earned doctoral degree in special education or a related field by August 22, 2025 ( ABD with a confirmed completion date before starting employment will be considered). Experience Requirements: + Documented evidence of at least three years of successful teaching experience in early childhood to transition Special Education settings. + Demonstrated knowledge and experience in inclusive education. + Demonstrated experience in and commitment to preparing effective, culturally competent teachers to incorporate research-based teaching practices into Special Education within teacher preparation and/or professional development settings. Preferred Qualifications: + Demonstrated experience and an understanding of effective teaching and student engagement practices with graduate students. + Documented knowledge of and experience in the development of educators in early childhood, elementary, secondary, or transition levels of special education settings. + Demonstrated leadership ability for program coordination, including collaboration across stakeholder groups. + Demonstrated ability to advise graduate students. + Demonstrated ability to supervise pre-student and student teachers in practicum-based settings. + Documented beginning scholarly activity related to inclusive/special education, or related areas. + Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate professionally orally and in writing. + Ability to collaborate as a team member. + Experience preparing teacher candidates for licensure assessments (e.g., edTPA). + Demonstrated experience with and commitment to working with diverse populations. Posting Detail Information Posting Number AAF00995 Number of Vacancies Desired Start Date Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date 11/07/2024 Closing Date Applicant Review Date 12/09/2024 Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants are required to apply online. UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide: + Resume + Curriculum Vitae + Unofficial Transcripts + Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter) + Names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of at least three references who can specifically comment upon your teaching ability, experience and professional preparation (references) Inquiries should be addressed to: Satomi Shinde Professor and Search Chair satomi.shinde@uwrf.edu Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before December 8, 2024. Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.90%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go to: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf Legal Notices EEO/AA Statement UW-River Falls is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer subject to all state and federal regulations pertaining to non-discrimination based upon sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, marital status, age, arrest and/or conviction record, veteran or military status. All persons, especially women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Employment is subject to federal laws that require verification of your identity and legal right to work in the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Confidentiality of Applicant Materials The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the final candidates may be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7). Title IX Notice As required by Title IX and federal regulations, UW-River Falls does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Questions about the application of Title IX may be referred to UWRF’s Title IX Coordinator at titleix@uwrf.edu; the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights; or both. For more information, please see uwrf.edu/titleIX. 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