What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lecturer II / III in Special Education Teacher Preparation position at University of New Mexico?
Lecturer II / III in Special Education Teacher Preparation
Posting Number
req31377
Employment Type
Faculty
Faculty Type
Hiring Department
Department of Special Education (971A)
Academic Location
Campus
Main - Albuquerque, NM
Benefits Eligible
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Position Summary
University of New Mexico's College of Education and Human Sciences
Lecturer II / III Faculty Position in Special Education Teacher Preparation
Starting in August 2025
The University of New Mexico College of Education and Human Sciences, Department of Special Education, invites applications for Lecturer II / III faculty position in Special Education Teacher Preparation, for the Dual License Program, at the Gallup Branch Campus. Candidates will have experience and expertise in preK-12 special education classroom teaching.
Responsibilities :
The successful candidates will be expected to supervise students in field placements, advise students, and teach courses specific to the preparation of special educators to serve the diverse needs of students with disabilities in inclusive settings. The faculty member will collaborate with colleagues in the Special Education Department and assist with the coordination of the Dual License program. This latter will include involvement in the recruitment and evaluation of potential cooperating teachers and collaborative decision making regarding the placement of teacher candidates, updating program participants' progress, and ongoing collaboration with our program partners in conjunction to the Special Education Department faculty. We are especially interested in candidates who can contribute to diversity through their teaching, advisement, and service. Successful candidates must be committed to working with broadly diverse student and community populations.
Consideration and review will not take place until all required documents are received. Qualified applicants from all underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply by the best consideration date; however, this position will remain open until filled. Any offer of employment for this position is contingent on successful completion of a background check.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications :
- A graduate degree in Special Education or a closely related field
- Hold an active teaching license in Special Education
- Minimum three years' experience teaching students with a wide range of special education needs
Preferred Qualifications :
Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
A complete application will include : (1) A signed letter of application that includes : (a) a detailed statement of qualifications explicitly addressing each of the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications and (b) information about how they will further the university's commitment to a broadly diverse educational environment that fosters multicultural skills. (2) A complete and up-to-date curriculum vitae. (3) Transcripts of all graduate coursework (readable, unofficial copies will be accepted). (4) A copy of current teaching license.(5) The names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses for three to five professional references.
Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.
For Best Consideration
For best consideration, please apply by 1 / 31 / 2025. This position will remain open until filled.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
