Assistant Professor, Teaching, Special Education

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Assistant Professor, Teaching, Special Education at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

The College of Education at Wayne State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor (Teaching) in Special Education to begin in Fall 2023. This is a non-tenure track faculty position at 100% appointment for twelve (12) months. The successful candidate will have teaching and service responsibilities fall, winter, and spring/summer semesters and will serve as program coordinator. Some evening and weekends required as well as off-campus travel.

Position Purpose:

The successful candidate will join the Division of Teacher Education (TED) that attracts faculty, staff, and students who are committed to urban education and social justice. TED’s Special Education (SED) program prepares educators and leaders in the fields of special education, inclusive education, and disability studies in education through coursework that emphasizes the relationship between language and learning, historical and contemporary culture, disability identity, and the educational practices fundamental for transformation of societal structures leading to education for access and equity.

Located in the cultural center of Detroit midtown, Wayne State University (WSU) is within walking distance of major museums, theaters, and music venues. It is one of only two public urban universities with the highest possible designation for both Research and Community Engagement from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. WSU’s 200-acre campus is home to 13 schools and colleges and nearly 28,000 students. WSU offers over 350 academic programs across the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels.

Wayne State University is a premier, public, urban research where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity, and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities preparing students for success in a diverse, global society. WSU encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. WSU is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

Wayne State University requires all students, faculty, and staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with limited exceptions. Learn more at: https://wayne.edu/coronavirus.

Essential Functions (Job Duties):

Teach and collaborate with program faculty to develop and schedule SED undergraduate and graduate courses, for PK-12 and adult educators.

Serve as the SED program coordinator and lead continuous improvement and program assessment.

Grow partnerships with school districts for endorsement, cohort teacher initiatives, and/or certification opportunities.

Mentor and help recruit and retain undergraduates.

Recruit and evaluate part-time faculty teaching in Special Education.

Participate in Special Education meetings and participate in TED and College of Education meetings.

Work with program faculty to advance, nurture, and sustain a vision for the program that includes open communication, collaborative decision-making, and transparency.

Application Procedure:

Application materials should be submitted electronically through the WSU Online Hiring System. Please include a cover letter (with attention to the required and preferred qualifications), curriculum vitae, and a list of three references with complete contact information. Letters of reference will be required only from finalists.

Qualifications:

Earned doctoral degree in Special Education, or Teacher Education or Curriculum & Instruction with specializations in Special Education, Inclusive Education, Disability Studies, or related field.

Demonstrated commitment to inclusive education and inclusive teaching.

Minimum of three years of U.S. teaching experience in PK-12 classrooms with special education students who have moderate to significant support needs.

University-level teaching experience, including on-campus, online and hybrid formats.

Experience in program coordination, curriculum development, and recruitment and retention of students.

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated commitment to inclusive education and inclusive teaching.

Experience supervising clinical or practicum experiences in SED segregated or inclusive settings.

Experience working in urban, racially and linguistically diverse, and inclusive settings.

School/College/Division:

H02 - College of Education

Primary department:

H0250 - Teacher Education

Employment type:

• Regular Employee
• Job type: Full Time
• Job category: Academic/Faculty

Funding/salary information:

• Compensation type: Annual Salary
• Salary hire maximum: $70,000

Working conditions:

Normal office environment.

Job openings:

• Number of openings: 1

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

Equal employment opportunity statement:

Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.