Assistant Professor - Educator (non-tenure-track) Special Education, School of Education, CECH-IT Assistant Professor - Educator (non-tenure-track) Special Education, School of Education, CECH-IT

University of Cincinnati • Cincinnati, OH

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About The Position

The School of Education within the College of Education, Criminal Justice, Human Services, and Information Technology (CECH-IT) at the University of Cincinnati invites applications for an Assistant Professor-Educator (non-tenure-track). Primary responsibilities will reside in the Special Education program. This role includes teaching undergraduate and graduate courses—both face-to-face and online—and supervising student teachers in K–12 settings. The successful candidate will also actively participate in program and faculty governance. The position is expected to begin August 15, 2026.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in Special Education or a closely related field, conferred by start date.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and research evidenced by strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
• Three years of K–12 teaching experience in Special Education.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience teaching at the college or university level.
• Experience supervising pre-service teachers or student interns.
• Familiarity with inclusive practices and culturally responsive pedagogy.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Special Education, delivered both in person and online (synchronous and asynchronous).
• Supervise student teachers in K–12 field placements, providing mentorship, evaluation, and constructive feedback.
• Contribute to curriculum development, program assessment, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Engage in service activities at the department, college, and university level.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Tuition Remission for you and your eligible dependents.
• Robust Retirement Plans with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.
• Generous time-off policy including vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, and additional end-of-year paid time off.
• 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription).
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs.
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree