Assistant Professor (Special Education, pre-K-12), #00085446

Title:     Assistant Professor (Special Education, pre-K-12)

Position Number: 0085446

Hiring Unit: University of Hawai‘i – West O‘ahu

Date Posted: TBD

Closing Date: Continuous—application review begins August 1, 2025

Salary Information: Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Monthly Type: 9 Month

Tenure Track: Tenure

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Temporary/Permanent: Permanent

Funding: General

Other Conditions: Appointment to begin January 1, 2026 subject to position clearance and availability of funds.

The University of Hawai‘i West O‘ahu (UHWO) seeks an exemplary educator to teach and develop special education courses and licensure programs for its established and emerging Bachelor of Education, pre-K-12 programs of study. Priority given to candidates with experience in developing undergraduate special education curricula aligned with the professional standards of the discipline, including but not limited to the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC). 

Duties:

1. Teach undergraduate courses in special education
2. Provide leadership in the development of pre-K-12 special education licensure programs
3. Supervise early field experience, practicum, and/or student teaching
4. Establish and maintain positive working relationships with area schools
5. Conduct scholarly research and creative endeavors, leading to peer-reviewed publications
6. Participate in professional education associations in the candidate’s discipline
7. Pursue professional development activities to stay current in the field
8. Contribute to program assessment
9. Provide service to the profession and broader community
10. Advise undergraduate teacher candidates 
11. Participate in faculty governance

Minimum qualifications:

1. Earned doctorate in one or more of the Special Education fields from a regionally accredited and recognized institution
2. Three (3) or more years of excellent special education teaching experience in pre-K-12 special education classrooms, such as self-contained, resource room, or inclusion environments 
3. Commitment to standards-based teacher preparation that is informed by current research and practice in special education
4. Scholarly publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals, refereed presentations at professional conferences, or demonstrated potential to conduct research and publish scholarly works on topics relevant to the education of students with disabilities
5. Successful experience with online and/or other technology-assisted instruction
6. Interest in and evidence of quality service to the profession and community at large 
7. Strong collaboration skills with university colleagues and school districts
8. Demonstrated commitment to diversity and the education of culturally and linguistically diverse populations and persons with disabilities
9. ABD candidates must earn their doctorate by January 1, 2026.

Desirable qualifications: 

1. Degree and licensed teaching experience in regular early childhood, elementary, middle-level and/or secondary education
2. Commitment to, knowledge of, and/or experience with the mission and purpose of the University of Hawai‘i West O‘ahu to position the university as a leading indigenous-serving higher education institution. 
3. Successful experience developing innovative, technology-based courses for delivery to non-traditional students. 
4. Knowledge of Council for Exceptional Children, Hawai?i State, and CAEP National accreditation standards and procedures.
5. Knowledge of and experience working in Professional Development Schools. 
6. Demonstrated teaching excellence in culturally and linguistically diverse settings
7. Excellent post-secondary teaching in a regionally accredited teacher education program 
8. Evidence of a focused scholarly research agenda that informs the candidate’s practice.
    

The UHWO Education Division, accredited by The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), prepares knowledgeable, skillful, responsive educators for a global society. Our teacher education programs prepare candidates who are committed to delivering high quality instruction that addresses the needs of the whole child; embracing social justice and equity for all; and becoming reflective practitioners and life-long learners.

To Apply:     

Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach required documents.  Submit cover letter indicating how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications, curriculum vita, names and contact information of 3 professional references, and copies of official transcripts (official transcripts required at the time of hire).  Copies of selected publications and student evaluations summaries may be requested during the search process. If ABD, submit a letter from the committee chair attesting that all degree requirements will be met by January 1, 2026. If multiple applications are received from the same candidate, only the last one will be reviewed.  Please do not include any self-identifying photos they will be redacted. PLEASE REDACT REFERENCES TO SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBERS AND BIRTH DATE ON TRANSCRIPT COPIES.  All items become the property of the University of Hawaii-West O'ahu and will not be returned Note:  If you have not applied for a position before using NeoGov, you will need to create an account.

Inquiries:  Dr. Mary Heller, Education Division Chair: mfheller@hawaii.edu

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Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
 
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