Missouri State University
Assistant Professor-Special Education
Missouri State University, Springfield, Massachusetts, us, 01119
Assistant Professor (Special Education) 9 month appointment
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
The First Date of Consideration is 07/12/24. Review of applications will continue until filled.To apply, complete a Missouri State University Application for Employment and submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and provide the names and contact information for 3-5 professional references.Position InformationPosition Title:
Assistant Professor (Special Education) 9 month appointmentWork Location:
Springfield CampusDepartment:
School of Special Education, Leadership and Professional StudiesPay Grade:
UnclassifiedPosition only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees?
No, Position is available to all applicants.Faculty Appointment Type:
Term (9 month)Begin Date of Appointment:
08/12/2024Exempt/Non-Exempt:
ExemptGeneral Function:
The Assistant Professor is a member of the ranked faculty with an intermediate academic rank who has demonstrated achievement in the areas of teaching, research, and professional service appropriate to the discipline. The Assistant Professor’s teaching responsibilities are assigned by the academic department head and may include serving as an academic advisor. The Assistant Professor engages in scholarly activities beyond those associated with teaching and is expected to demonstrate professional productivity in research, based upon the availability of resources and consistent with the mission of the University.Description of Primary Duties:
The essential duties and responsibilities of the Assistant Professor are assigned by the Department Head and may include serving as an academic advisor. The Assistant Professor will have the responsibility to teach full-time undergraduate and graduate special education courses. The faculty member will have an active research/scholarly agenda, as appropriate for tenure track faculty. The faculty member may also provide support to our Pathways for Paras program. This program supports the transition of individuals from working in K-12 settings in non-certified roles into certified teaching positions. The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and inclusive excellence of the academic community through their teaching, and/or service. The department is looking for someone to collaborate with colleagues on committees and projects that support the program, department, college, university, and relevant professional organizations.Minimum Acceptable Qualifications:
The minimum acceptable qualifications for the position of Assistant Professor are prescribed in the Faculty Handbook. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.Additional Qualifications:
Doctoral degree in special education or related field. Degree should be from an accredited institution of higher learning. Ability to facilitate a learning environment that encourages the knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures and backgrounds is required. A willingness to serve the academic unit, college, and the University. Strong evidence of potential to develop scholarship through presentations, publications, and/or grants. Knowledge of recent trends in special education.Link to Job Description:
Job DescriptionOpen Date:
06/14/2024Close Date:
Open until filledEO/AA and Diversity Statement:
Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University.Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.Required Documents:Cover LetterCurriculum VitaeOptional Documents:Unofficial TranscriptsLetter of Recommendation-1 (Non-confidential)Letter of Recommendation-2 (Non-confidential)Letter of Recommendation-3 (Non-confidential)Other DocumentsIf you have questions:Office of Human Resources(t) 417-836-5102Monday - Friday8 a.m. to 5 p.m.If you have student employment questions:Student Employment Services(t) 417-836-5627Monday - Friday8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
The First Date of Consideration is 07/12/24. Review of applications will continue until filled.To apply, complete a Missouri State University Application for Employment and submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and provide the names and contact information for 3-5 professional references.Position InformationPosition Title:
Assistant Professor (Special Education) 9 month appointmentWork Location:
Springfield CampusDepartment:
School of Special Education, Leadership and Professional StudiesPay Grade:
UnclassifiedPosition only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees?
No, Position is available to all applicants.Faculty Appointment Type:
Term (9 month)Begin Date of Appointment:
08/12/2024Exempt/Non-Exempt:
ExemptGeneral Function:
The Assistant Professor is a member of the ranked faculty with an intermediate academic rank who has demonstrated achievement in the areas of teaching, research, and professional service appropriate to the discipline. The Assistant Professor’s teaching responsibilities are assigned by the academic department head and may include serving as an academic advisor. The Assistant Professor engages in scholarly activities beyond those associated with teaching and is expected to demonstrate professional productivity in research, based upon the availability of resources and consistent with the mission of the University.Description of Primary Duties:
The essential duties and responsibilities of the Assistant Professor are assigned by the Department Head and may include serving as an academic advisor. The Assistant Professor will have the responsibility to teach full-time undergraduate and graduate special education courses. The faculty member will have an active research/scholarly agenda, as appropriate for tenure track faculty. The faculty member may also provide support to our Pathways for Paras program. This program supports the transition of individuals from working in K-12 settings in non-certified roles into certified teaching positions. The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and inclusive excellence of the academic community through their teaching, and/or service. The department is looking for someone to collaborate with colleagues on committees and projects that support the program, department, college, university, and relevant professional organizations.Minimum Acceptable Qualifications:
The minimum acceptable qualifications for the position of Assistant Professor are prescribed in the Faculty Handbook. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.Additional Qualifications:
Doctoral degree in special education or related field. Degree should be from an accredited institution of higher learning. Ability to facilitate a learning environment that encourages the knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures and backgrounds is required. A willingness to serve the academic unit, college, and the University. Strong evidence of potential to develop scholarship through presentations, publications, and/or grants. Knowledge of recent trends in special education.Link to Job Description:
Job DescriptionOpen Date:
06/14/2024Close Date:
Open until filledEO/AA and Diversity Statement:
Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University.Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.Required Documents:Cover LetterCurriculum VitaeOptional Documents:Unofficial TranscriptsLetter of Recommendation-1 (Non-confidential)Letter of Recommendation-2 (Non-confidential)Letter of Recommendation-3 (Non-confidential)Other DocumentsIf you have questions:Office of Human Resources(t) 417-836-5102Monday - Friday8 a.m. to 5 p.m.If you have student employment questions:Student Employment Services(t) 417-836-5627Monday - Friday8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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