Recruitment Number | 5476 |
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Working Title | Assistant Professor of K-12 Special Education |
Classification Title | ASSISTANT PROFESSOR |
Proposed Salary to be Offered | Competitive |
Appointment Percentage (Budget) | 100 |
Position Summary | The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse Department of Educational Studies seeks to hire an Assistant Professor with expertise in K-12 special education for a full-time tenure-track position, to begin January 17, 2023, or August 30, 2023, pending the successful candidate’s availability. The successful candidate will be a member of a diverse department that serves early childhood education, elementary/middle education, special education (K-12), and teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL, K-12) programs. Currently, the department prepares candidates for a K-12 cross-categorical special education licensure via a blended dual certification major with Elementary/Middle Education (grades K-9). We seek an educator and scholar who actively connects theory and practice in the classroom and advances the field of teacher education through a focus on innovative, student-centered, and research supported special education practices. Individuals should be knowledgeable of effective inclusive practices to support students’ growth across content areas. Preference will be given to applicants with (a) evidence of ongoing assessment and instructional design experiences within the areas of numeracy and literacy with diverse learners in inclusive settings across various developmental levels, (b) middle-level (grades 6-8) expertise, and © evidence of successful university-level teaching, supervision, and/or educational leadership. Candidates should present evidence of a research agenda related to special education or related fields. The ideal candidate is an exemplary educator who brings a demonstrated passion for pursuing educational equity and social justice to their work as a teacher educator. UWL’s School of Education is committed to preparing globally responsive teachers who are grounded in a strong academic curriculum that is linked to world events, geography, world cultures, and diverse perspectives. Instructional responsibilities include teaching advanced special education coursework to teacher candidates seeking a dual teacher license (K-9 general education and K-12 special education), and supervising teacher candidates in the field and/or student teaching experiences. Courses taught will include, but are not limited to Collaborative Partnerships and Transitions for Students with Disabilities, Advanced Literacy and Math Practices for K-12 Students with Persistent Academic Challenges, and Special Education Assessments. |
Position Type | Faculty/Instructional |
Pay Basis | C-Basis |
FLSA | Exempt |
Is this position eligible for employment sponsorship, (H1B or PERM)? | Yes |
Required Qualifications | Candidates who are at or near completion of a doctorate degree by August 2023 will be considered. Candidates must have an earned doctorate by May 2024. The review of applications will begin on October 3, 2022, and will continue until the position is filled. Required Qualifications:
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Preferred Qualifications | Preferred Qualifications:
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Physical Demands | Reasonable Accommodations UWL provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact hrinfo@uwlax.edu or 608.785.8013. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability. All position descriptions are required to provide physical demands and working condition/environment and may not be published in the job announcement. For information on the physical demands and/or working conditions/environment for this position, please contact Human Resources at hrinfo@uwlax.edu or 608.785.8013. |
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Miscellaneous Information | Information about your benefits Your benefits add an additional 40%+ to the overall financial package from the university. Highlights include:
Learn more at: https://www.uwlax.edu/globalassets/offices-services/human-resources/benefits-info/2022-quick-guide-faasli.pdf |
Redbook Position | No |
SOE Affiliation | Yes |
Division/College | School of Education, Professional and Continuing Education |
Description of College / Department / Program / Division / Unit | The Department of Educational Studies (DES), housed in the School of Education, is committed to advancing teaching and learning while preparing teacher leaders for a global society. DES strives to prepare teachers who ground curriculum in the lives of students; embrace multicultural perspectives and uphold inclusive teaching practices; value academically rigorous curricula, and demonstrate culturally sensitive dispositions. DES offers teacher education majors in Early Childhood Education (birth-grade 3), Elementary/Middle Education (grades K-9), Elementary/Middle Education (grades K-9) & Special Education (grades K-12), Elementary/Middle Education (grades K-9) & TESOL (grades K-12), Elementary/Middle Education (grades K-9) & French Education (grades K-12) and Elementary/Middle Education (grades K-9) & Spanish Education (grades K-12). The dual certification majors with French or Spanish are offered in collaboration with the Global Cultures & Languages Department in the College of Arts, Social Sciences & Humanities. The School of Education focuses its programming on ensuring that all teacher candidates demonstrate knowledge, skills, and dispositions consistent with exemplary professional practice. Through partnerships with our regional school districts and outstanding veteran educators, the School of Education provides teacher candidates with high-quality experiences in schools as a means to advance the teaching profession. Finally, the School of Education and the University of Wisconsin- La Crosse are committed to inclusive excellence, and value diversity in both its faculty and student populations. UW-La Crosse’s School of Education is committed to principles of equity, inclusion, and social justice. We seek to advance UW-La Crosse’s strategic planning goal, “Achieving Excellence through Diversity and Equity” by increasing the retention of diverse students, faculty, and staff; teaching with identity inclusive and responsive pedagogies; and ensuring that everyone—regardless of race, ethnicity, class, gender, sexual identity, citizenship, first language, religion, ability and other identities—is included and welcomed on campus. |
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