Assistant Teaching Professor in Special Education
Assistant Teaching Professor in Special Education
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Job Description
Position Title:
Assistant Teaching Professor in Special EducationAppointment Type:
FacultyJob Description:
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:
The School of Education (SOE) in the College of Health and Human Sciences at Iowa State University invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor a term faculty position in Special Education beginning August 16 2025. We seek a dynamic innovative and enthusiastic colleague who will collaborate with special education faculty and other SOE colleagues in developing rich and rigorous special education learning experiences and contribute expertise in behavior disorders and/or learning disabilities. Building on these strengths the SOE is committed to increasing its academic excellence of faculty and students.
The person selected for this position will have strong knowledge of special education and evidence of effective teaching. Position responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses in special education and collaborating with special education faculty in professional service and outreach activities. Candidates may teach inperson hybrid online and/or evening courses. Candidates holding a doctoral degree will have opportunities to teach graduate courses and serve on Masters and PhD student committees. Initial appointment length is two years. Renewal parameters are determined by performance and department needs. The normal teaching responsibility for term faculty is 12 credits per semester.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Masters degree in special education or closely related field
Completion of a teacher preparation program
Two academic years of fulltime successful special education teaching experience in PK12 educational settings
Preferred Qualifications:
An earned doctorate degree in special education or a closely related field
Teaching experience in elementary or middle school classrooms
Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following: assessment and intervention for behavioral disorders childrens mental health issues or academic areas (reading mathematics written language); assistive technology
Department/Program & College Description:
The School of Education at Iowa State University is committed to engaging in rigorous and socially meaningful research preparing leaders and practitioners across the P20 continuum that support rich and equitable learning opportunities for all students and supporting public education as a cornerstone of a healthy vibrant and just society. We strive to be a national leader in educational theory policy and practice and to honor the landgrant tradition and the broader mission of the University to serve the people of Iowa.
Department Unit/Website:
Proposed Start Date:
August 16 2025Proposed End Date or Length of Term:
May 15 2027Number of Months Employed Per Year:
09 Month Work PeriodTime Type:
Full timeApplication Instructions:
To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please attach the following:
1. Letter of application addressing your interests and qualifications for this position.
2. Curriculum vitae which includes current email contact information.
3. Contact information for three academic references. Reference letters will be requested for candidates who advance through the search process.
For guaranteed consideration please apply before March 21 2025. The position is open until filled.
For questions about the position please contact Dr. Angela Prince at .
Why Choose ISU
Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and worklife benefits including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
Life insurance and longterm disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Original Posting Date:
March 7 2025Posting Close Date:
Job Requisition Number:
R16562Employment Type
Full-Time
