Assistant Professor of Teacher Education (Special Education Specialization)

Fort Lewis College • Durango, CO

60d • $58,000

About The Position

The Department of Teacher Education at Fort Lewis College invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor with a specialization in Special Education to begin Fall Term 2026. The Teacher Education Department offers licensure programs in early childhood, elementary, several secondary and K-12 teaching areas and five Master’s degree programs.

Requirements

• Doctorate (Ph.D or Ed.D) in Special Education or closely related field
• A minimum of three years of experience as a Special Education Teacher in K-12 schools
• Experience with academic program coordination
• Experience with and ability to manage state licensure requirements and processes, both traditional and alternative
• An active research agenda in Special Education or Special Education/Teacher Education program design or implementation
• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities

Nice To Haves

• Specialization in literacy/reading in general education or in special education
• Experience in higher education teaching and/or program administration
• Mentorship of teacher education students or peer mentorship
• Undergraduate and/or graduate level college teaching and research
• Commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching and service in a teaching-intensive institution that has a meaningful impact on schools in the region.
• Experience with online, hybrid and/or remote instruction
• Responsive, respectful, and effective teaching of students from a range of identities
• Experience with Alternative Special Education licensure processes and coursework development
• Experience with grant development and management
• Development of local and regional partnerships in rural areas

Responsibilities

• A teaching load of 12 credits per semester with a 3-credit research release within the academic year.
• Teaching load will include teaching education courses, mentoring special education candidates, and program coordination.
• Additional duties include academic advising, scholarship, and service to the college and department, and contribution to accreditation and reauthorization processes.
• Maintain knowledge and awareness of digital accessibility including the American with Disabilities Act and Section 508
• Produce and remediate digitally accessible materials in accordance with FLC standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

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