Faculty (Part-time) - Special Education (Owensboro, Kentucky)
About The Position
Western Kentucky University (WKU) Owensboro is accepting applications to create a pool of qualified part-time faculty to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in Special Education at its Owensboro, Kentucky campus. Day and evening classes are available. The need for part-time faculty is ongoing, and applications are accepted at any time. For undergraduate-level courses, a master's degree in the discipline or a closely related field is required. Teaching graduate-level courses requires a terminal degree. 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 resume, and unofficial transcripts through the electronic talent management system. Kentucky state law requires public postsecondary institutions to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.
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.
- Submit a curriculum vita or resume and unofficial transcripts.
- Complete a pre-employment criminal background check.
Nice To Haves
- Prior teaching experience.
- Experience with online education.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Special Education at the WKU Owensboro campus.
Benefits
- Comprehensive wellness and health benefits for employees and their families, including domestic partners and other qualified dependents.
- Paid time off for 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
