Instructor of Special Education
Job Description
Position Title:
Instructor of Special EducationCompensation:
3000-9000Department:
Special Education - TempStart Date:
01/05/2026About this opportunity:
The Department of Special Education welcomes applications for part-time adjunct instructor positions available January 2026.Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U. S. without employer sponsorship.
Instructors are needed to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in Special Education (e. g., mild, intense, deaf/hard of hearing)
Both on campus and online courses are available.
What you'll do and what you'll bring:
Position Description:
Adjunct instructors will teach courses related to specialty areas (e.g., mild, intense, deaf/hard of hearing) within special education. Faculty will be responsible for teaching scheduled courses on a weekly basis, grading, providing quality feedback on assignments, posting regular office hours, and responding to students in a timely manner.
Minimum Qualifications:
Adjuncts teaching undergraduate courses in special education have a Masters degree in special education or closely related field from an accredited institution.
Adjuncts teaching graduate level courses must have a doctoral degree in special education or closely related field from an accredited institution.
Preferred Qualifications:
At least two years of teaching experience in K-12 schools working directly with students with disabilities.
Current teacher licensure.
How to apply:
For inquiries, please contact:
Please follow upload instructions to attach all of the required supporting documents listed below:
NOTE: Do not use the Autofill feature for resume.
1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Name and contact of 3 References
Optional
1. Cover Letter
Transcripts will be required upon hire.
Applications must be received by January 14, 2026, at 12:01 AM.
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