Faculty (Part-time) - Special Education (Glasgow, Kentucky)
About The Position
Western Kentucky University (WKU) is accepting applications to create a pool of qualified part-time faculty to teach graduate and undergraduate Special Education courses at its Glasgow, Kentucky campus. Classes may be offered during the day or evening. Applications are accepted at any time because the need for part-time faculty is ongoing. For undergraduate-level courses, instructors must have a master's degree in the discipline or a closely related field. A terminal degree is required to teach graduate-level courses. Prior teaching experience and experience with online education are desirable. Applicants must submit a letter of interest identifying the area in which they are qualified to teach, a curriculum vita or résumé, and unofficial transcripts through WKU's electronic talent management system. Kentucky law requires public postsecondary institutions to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks.
Requirements
- A master's degree in Special Education or a closely related field is required to teach undergraduate-level courses.
- A terminal degree is required to teach graduate-level courses.
- Submit a letter of interest identifying the area in which you are qualified to teach, a curriculum vita or résumé, and unofficial transcripts.
- Complete a pre-employment criminal background check.
Nice To Haves
- Prior teaching experience.
- Experience with online education.
Responsibilities
- Teach graduate and undergraduate courses in Special Education at the Glasgow, Kentucky campus.
- Teach classes scheduled during the day or evening.
Benefits
- Comprehensive wellness and health benefits for employees and their families, including domestic partners and other qualified dependents.
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
- Tuition discount program for employees and dependents.
- Workplace culture that supports balancing work and family responsibilities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
