Lucas P. Wintrode Assistant Professor in Special Education (Autism Focus) - Endowed Position 90k

Company Description

South Dakota State University, founded in 1881, is the state’s largest and most comprehensive Morrill Act land-grant institution. Offering degrees from seven colleges and various specializations, SDSU is known for its research activities with an $84 million expenditure. The university operates in Brookings with additional sites in Sioux Falls, Pierre, and Rapid City.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role as a Lucas P. Wintrode Assistant Professor in Special Education (Autism Focus) - Endowed Position at South Dakota State University in Brookings, SD. The role involves teaching, research, and service duties focusing on special education with an emphasis on autism.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

To contribute to the SDSU strategic plan, “Pathway to Premier 2030”, the selected candidate will contribute to program development, engage in high-impact scholarship, and pursue external funding in special education that advances meeting students’ individualistic needs.

This enthusiastic faculty leader will:

·        Provide high quality classroom teaching in upper-level special education and/or special education, including courses related to specific exceptionalities including but not limited to autism and autism spectrum disorders, and/or supervise candidates in the field.

·        Guide and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in their work to support individuals with exceptionalities.

·        Actively engage in local, state, and regional partnerships.

·        Develop an annual plan outlining goals to fulfill the objectives of this endowment, and an annual report of accomplishments.

SALARY:

The salary for this position is commensurate with qualifications and experience, starting at $70,000, plus an additional stipend of $20,000 will be provided by the endowment. The endowment designation will be formally evaluated every 3 years to ensure high impact outcomes. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

BENEFITS:

We offer a rich academic experience supportive of all. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities. South Dakota State University offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and leave. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

·        Earned doctoral degree (PhD or EdD) in Special Education or a related field completed by first day of employment.

·        Ability to use interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders.

·        Evidence of an emerging scholarship agenda in special education.

·        Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

·        Ability or potential to teach in a university setting through multiple modalities (in person, online, hybrid).

·        Ability to develop strong collaborative partnerships among institutions of higher education, local education agencies, government agencies, mental health, and nonprofit organizations where collaboration will enhance the strengths of the College and stakeholders.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

·        Minimum of three years special education teaching experience.

·        Evidence of expertise in autism and autism related disorders.

·        Record of developing and delivering academic programs in a university setting.

·        Experience in, or knowledge of current, research-based methods for teaching neurodiversity, special education law, behavioral management, and assessment strategies to meet students’ individual needs.

·        Ability to advance academic programs through university and institutional review processes.

·        Expertise in integrating content areas in a cross-curricular approach to instruction.