Assistant Professor, Special Education

Monmouth University•West Long Branch, NJ

63d•$85,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Special Education at Monmouth University is accepting applications for a full-time faculty member at the tenure-track Assistant Professor level with an anticipated start date of August 31, 2026. Responsibilities include teaching graduate and undergraduate courses, academic advisement, scholarly activity, and service to the university and community. We seek an individual who will contribute to our growing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program as well as support our undergraduate and graduate programs in special education, autism studies, and behavior management. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to preparing future behavior analysts and special education professionals through evidence-based instruction, clinical preparation, and student mentorship. Applications received by February 1, 2026 will receive full consideration. Special Education Programs at Monmouth University include undergraduate endorsements and a variety of graduate endorsements and degrees. Faculty in Special Education are expected to contribute to ongoing efforts to revise and expand courses and programs, to be involved in the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) accreditation process, and to work closely with partnership school districts. The Special Education Programs are housed in the Department of Special Education in the School of Education. Monmouth University is initiating a strategic plan centered on academic and transformative education that focuses on innovative, immersive, and personalized education that prepares students for their lives and their careers. Candidates will be asked to demonstrate their experience and passion for innovative teaching that meets these strategic goals. This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position. For additional information about the department, please visit: Department of Special Education website. Additional Application Material Required: Monmouth University requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted via the university’s career portal. In addition to the application, candidates must upload the following documents. Applications will not be considered complete for review until all required documents are uploaded. Resume or Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Contact Information for Three (3) Professional References Unofficial Transcripts Statement/Philosophy of Scholarship Statement/Philosophy of Teaching Diversity Statement: The Diversity Statement should describe your past efforts and future plans to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in your position at Monmouth University. Your statement should demonstrate an understanding of the barriers facing women, people of color, students, and community members with disabilities, LBGTQIA+, and other members of groups underrepresented and/or marginalized in medical/health careers, along with understanding Monmouth University’s mission to meet the educational needs of our diverse student population. We recognize that some faculty candidates may not have substantial past activities in this domain. In such cases, we recommend focusing on your future plans. Optional Documents: Up to Three Letters of Recommendation Other: Any additional evidence the candidate wishes to include, such as teaching effectiveness and student mentoring

Requirements

Earned doctoral degree in Special Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, or a closely related field. (ABD candidates will be considered; dissertation must be successfully defended prior to start date).
Current Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA or BCBA-D) credential.
K-12 teaching or clinical experience supporting individuals with autism or developmental disabilities.
Demonstrated expertise in autism, ABA, and behavior interventions.
Evidence of successful college-level teaching or teaching assistant experience.

Nice To Haves

BCBA-D credential.
Experience supervising students in ABA fieldwork settings.
Experience teaching online and hybrid graduate coursework.

Responsibilities

Expected to teach 9 credits per semester (12 credits with a 3-credit course reduction for scholarship) teaching undergraduate and graduate courses including seminars (both online, hybrid and in a traditional classroom).
Teach graduate-level courses in the Applied Behavior Analysis program (VCS Approved course sequence).
Teach select undergraduate and graduate courses in special education, autism, and behavior management.
Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in ABA and special education programs.
Engage in an active program of scholarly research, publication, and conference participation.
Contribute to curriculum development, program assessment, and accreditation efforts.
Participate in departmental, school, and university committees and service activities.
Support partnerships with community agencies, school districts, and supervised fieldwork sites.
Other duties as assigned.