Term Assistant Professor of Special Education

Virginia Commonwealth University • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

The Term Assistant Professor of Special Education at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) is a non-tenure track faculty position focused on teaching and service within the special education programs. The role emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion, aiming to support a diverse community of students, faculty, and staff. The faculty member will engage in face-to-face and online teaching, advising graduate and doctoral students, and contributing to program coordination and departmental initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a commitment to teaching excellence and advancing access and equity in education for underrepresented learners.

Requirements

• An earned doctorate in special education or closely related field.
• Experience working as a special education teacher within PK-12 or other appropriate settings.
• Experience teaching university courses relating to special educator preparation.
• Experience observing and supervising practicum students and student teachers.
• Commitment to serving on thesis/dissertation committees and culturally responsive mentoring undergraduate and graduate students.
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse and inclusive faculty, staff, and student environment.
• Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a team of professionals.
• Ability to regularly interact in person with students and colleagues.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching in online course modalities.
• Evidence or potential to coordinate and grow programs at the undergraduate level.
• Expertise in postsecondary transitions, math education, and/or positive behavior support.
• Evidence of or potential for successful teaching at the doctoral level.
• Experience advising graduate and doctoral students.
• Evidence of leadership roles in professional special education organizations.
• Experience with or potential for developing programs for interdisciplinary and/or international settings.

Responsibilities

• Teach four classes per semester in Fall and Spring and two courses in the Summer.
• Advise graduate and doctoral students in the special education programs.
• Potentially coordinate special education programs.
• Serve on program, department, school, and University-wide committees.
• Engage in service to national or international associations and the community.

Benefits

• Generous leave package
• Career paths for advancement
• Competitive pay
• Excellent research/grant technical support

What This Job Offers

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