Assistant Professor (Special Education) 9 month appointment
Missouri State University
Posting Details Position Information Position Title Assistant Professor (Special Education) 9 month appointment Work Location Springfield Campus Department School of Special Education, Leadership and Professional Studies HR Home Department 020410 SCHOOL OF SPECIAL EDUCATION, LEADERSHIP & PROFESSIONAL STUDIES Pay Grade Unclassified Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees? No, Position is available to all applicants. Faculty Appointment Type Tenure Track Term (if applicable) 9 month Begin Date of Appointment 08/12/2024 Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt General 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 http://www.missouristate.edu/human/jobdescriptions/21377.htm Open Date 06/14/2024 Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled) Special Instructions to Applicants
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.
EO/AA and Diversity Statement Non-Discrimination 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 (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), 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. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.
This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.
The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Minority/Female/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to sex discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, TitleIX@MissouriState.edu, 417-836-4252, or to the Office for Civil Rights. All other inquiries concerning the grievance procedure, Affirmative Action Plan, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines should be addressed to the Equal Opportunity Officer, Office for Institutional Equity and Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, Equity@MissouriState.edu, 417-836-4252, or to the Office for Civil Rights. (Res. Board Policies No. 70-11; Bd. Min. 10-28-11.)
Background Check Statement Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense. Posting Detail Posting Number 20240059FTF Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/75437 Supplemental Questions
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 http://www.missouristate.edu/human/jobdescriptions/21377.htm Open Date 06/14/2024 Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled) Special Instructions to Applicants
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.
EO/AA and Diversity Statement Non-Discrimination 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 (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), 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. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.
This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.
The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Minority/Female/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to sex discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, TitleIX@MissouriState.edu, 417-836-4252, or to the Office for Civil Rights. All other inquiries concerning the grievance procedure, Affirmative Action Plan, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines should be addressed to the Equal Opportunity Officer, Office for Institutional Equity and Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, Equity@MissouriState.edu, 417-836-4252, or to the Office for Civil Rights. (Res. Board Policies No. 70-11; Bd. Min. 10-28-11.)
Background Check Statement Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense. Posting Detail Posting Number 20240059FTF Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/75437 Supplemental Questions
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