What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor of Special Education position at Utah Tech University?
Department of Teacher Education at Utah Tech University (UT) in St. George, Utah, invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor faculty position, specializing in Special Education, starting Fall Semester 2025. The goal of the UT Teacher Education Department is to prepare its students to be outstanding teachers within diverse and changing communities through the integration of leadership, scholarship, reflection, and community partnerships. The Special Education program is a new major added to two existing top-performing pre-service teacher preparation programs with stable enrollment in the UT Teacher Education Department. Faculty in the Department collaborate closely to support student success and Special Education majors will take several courses alongside Elementary Education majors. The successful candidate must demonstrate an understanding of and sensitivity to inclusive policies, programs, and practices. More information about the department and its existing programs can be found online at https://education.utahtech.edu/.
ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Application review begins November 18, 2024; position open until filled. Candidates must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three professional references (including email addresses), transcripts, and a Student Success Statement (1-2 pages about the candidate’s teaching or other professional experience working with a wide range of student academic preparedness). Please upload all the requested documents when you submit your application. Employment is contingent upon successful completion and certification of required degrees and upon successfully passing a background check. If, because of a disability, you need special services or facilities to apply for this opening, please call the Human Resources Office (435) 652-7520.
ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: Utah Tech University is an open, comprehensive, polytechnic institution, committed to exceptional student learning and success that has adopted an instructional approach of "active learning. active life" and a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied, and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered. Established in 1911 as a community college and in 2013 as a state university, our University is located in picturesque southwestern Utah, approximately 120 miles north of Las Vegas. The area is renown for its red rocks, desert climate, over 300 days of sunshine annually, and featuring easy access to world-class outdoor recreational opportunities. Click here to learn more about the University.
Utah Tech University is a fast-growing Utah public institution of higher education, with more than 12,000 students. We offer over 250 programs, including masters, bachelors, associates, certificates, endorsements, minors, and/or emphases. We seek to recruit and retain diverse and ambitious faculty and staff who bring new ideas, possess values and career aspirations aligned with the mission and vision, and are inspired to build a premier open, comprehensive, polytechnic university. Utah Tech University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer; the President and employees of the University are fully committed to Affirmative Action within its employment programs and activities. Utah Tech does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state or local law.
The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or the University’s non-discrimination policies:
The University provides key institutional information regarding Academics, Campus Safety, Student Services, Employment Laws, and other requirements per the Higher Education Act and other consumer information requirements to prospective students, students, UT employees, and prospective employees online at https://utahtech.edu/right-to-know/ and https://police.utahtech.edu/clery-act/.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification.
- Teach various courses for the Special Education program as well as general pedagogy prerequisite courses as needed for the Department of Teacher Education. Special Education courses may include, but are not limited to, Program Planning and Implementation, Transition Planning, Social and Behavior Skills Training, Evidence-based methods for reading, writing, and mathematics Instruction, and Effective Teaching Strategies for students with mild/moderate disabilities.
- Assist in the development of new curriculum and the building of the Special Education major.
- Assist in meeting, aligning and maintaining requirements of national accreditation, as well as state and national Department of Education teacher education standards.
- Work with local school district personnel to ensure the UT Special Education program successfully prepares students to teach students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities in a K-12 setting.
- Supervise and mentor students in field experience settings.
- Be willing and able to teach courses in an online and/or blended format competently.
- Fulfill faculty responsibilities including holding office hours, advising students, attending faculty and other University meetings, and serving on university, college, and department committees.
- Fulfill University requirements for Review, Tenure, and Promotion (RTP) based on teaching, scholarship, and service.
- Provide regular institutional service as outlined in Regent and University policy.
- Adhere to department, college, and university policies.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the director or department chair.
- Doctorate degree in Special Education. A Doctorate in Teacher Education or related field may be considered with Licensure and experience in Mild/Moderate Special Education. Applicants who are advanced ABD candidates will also be considered if degree completion will occur by August 1, 2024.
- Minimum of three (3) years or equivalent experience teaching students with disabilities in grades K-12.
- Demonstrated ability in successful teaching. Finalists will be required to demonstrate competence through a teaching demonstration.
- Demonstrated ability and interest in creative, unique, and effective approaches to teacher education.
- Candidates must have excellent knowledge and skills with technology, including online instruction.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both orally and in writing.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Application review begins November 18, 2024; position open until filled. Candidates must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three professional references (including email addresses), transcripts, and a Student Success Statement (1-2 pages about the candidate’s teaching or other professional experience working with a wide range of student academic preparedness). Please upload all the requested documents when you submit your application. Employment is contingent upon successful completion and certification of required degrees and upon successfully passing a background check. If, because of a disability, you need special services or facilities to apply for this opening, please call the Human Resources Office (435) 652-7520.
ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: Utah Tech University is an open, comprehensive, polytechnic institution, committed to exceptional student learning and success that has adopted an instructional approach of "active learning. active life" and a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied, and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered. Established in 1911 as a community college and in 2013 as a state university, our University is located in picturesque southwestern Utah, approximately 120 miles north of Las Vegas. The area is renown for its red rocks, desert climate, over 300 days of sunshine annually, and featuring easy access to world-class outdoor recreational opportunities. Click here to learn more about the University.
Utah Tech University is a fast-growing Utah public institution of higher education, with more than 12,000 students. We offer over 250 programs, including masters, bachelors, associates, certificates, endorsements, minors, and/or emphases. We seek to recruit and retain diverse and ambitious faculty and staff who bring new ideas, possess values and career aspirations aligned with the mission and vision, and are inspired to build a premier open, comprehensive, polytechnic university. Utah Tech University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer; the President and employees of the University are fully committed to Affirmative Action within its employment programs and activities. Utah Tech does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state or local law.
The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or the University’s non-discrimination policies:
- Director of Equity Compliance / Title IX Coordinator: Hazel Sainsbury - titleix@utahtech.edu, HCC 579, 435-652-7747.
- Deputy Title IX Coordinator: LaShun McGhee - titleix@utahtech.edu, 435-652-7731.
- U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, ocr@ed.gov, 800-421-3481.
- U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, ocr.denver@ed.gov, 303-844-5695.
The University provides key institutional information regarding Academics, Campus Safety, Student Services, Employment Laws, and other requirements per the Higher Education Act and other consumer information requirements to prospective students, students, UT employees, and prospective employees online at https://utahtech.edu/right-to-know/ and https://police.utahtech.edu/clery-act/.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification.
Salary : $60,000 - $64,000
