Assistant/Associate Professor - Special Education

Founded in 1854, Hamline was the first university in Minnesota and among the first coeducational institutions in the nation. Hamline University provides a world-class education for undergraduate and graduate students. Our faculty, staff, and students cultivate an ethic of civic responsibility, social justice, and inclusive leadership and service.

Hamline University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Hamline University does not discriminate on the basis of race; color; religion; creed; sex; national origin; marital status; familial status; status with regard to public assistance; membership or activity in a local human rights commission; disability; age; protected veteran status; or any other status protected by applicable law in its education or employment programs or activities. The University will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

The School of Education & Leadership at Hamline University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Education. The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable in special education, skilled in instructional technology, familiar with Minnesota teacher preparation standards, and committed to culturally responsive and inclusive practices.

This position will teach a range of undergraduate and graduate courses in special education and contribute to program development, licensure expansion, and partnerships with PK–12 schools. This role also supports alignment of curricular and clinical experiences and collaborates with faculty and staff across the Hamline School of Education and Leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching

     Teach 24 credits per year, at the graduate and undergraduate level, primarily in special education

     Develop and revise licensure-based coursework

     Design instruction grounded in evidence-based practices, including behavior intervention and data-based decision-making

     Teach in multiple formats (in-person, hybrid, online)

     Supervise teacher candidates in clinical and student teaching placements

     Advise/mentor students throughout their program

Program Development & Unit Support

     Contribute to the development of special education licensure areas

     Support dual-licensure pathways and PK–12 partnerships

     Participate in accreditation, assessment, and continuous improvement

     Engage in program data collection, analysis, and reporting

Partnerships, Service, and Recruitment

     Build partnerships with PK–12 schools and community organizations

     Support clinical placements and candidate mentoring

     Serve on departmental and university committees

     Participate in unit meetings, training, and recruitment activities

Scholarship

     Maintain an active agenda of scholarship or professional practice

     Engage in program evaluation, applied research, and/or grant activities

Required Qualifications

     Doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in Special Education

     License in Special Education (ABS, ASD, EBD, DCD, OHD, SLD or Developmental Disabilities)

     Minimum of five (5) years of PK–12 special education teaching experience (teacher of record)

     Expertise in evidence-based practices and behavior intervention

     Experience with data-based decision-making

     Experience developing and teaching licensure-based coursework

     Experience working with diverse learners in culturally and linguistically responsive settings

     Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications

     Minimum of seven (7) years PK–12 special education teaching experience (teacher of record)

     Experience supporting students with a range of learning needs

     Experience with behavioral intervention frameworks

     Familiarity with applied or practice-based research

     Experience in teacher preparation or higher education

     Experience with program development, licensure, or accreditation

     Experience with online/hybrid instruction and instructional technologies

     Evidence of scholarship or potential for funded research

     Experience teaching AI literacy and incorporating AI tools into the classroom

Please include:

     Cover letter describing your interest in Hamline and the Special Education program

     Curriculum vitae

     Statement of teaching practices and philosophy

     Statement of research or scholarly interests

     Unofficial transcripts of graduate work

     Candidates should arrange for three letters of reference to be submitted, at least one of which should address their teaching experience.

Applications received by November 16th will receive full consideration, and the position will remain open until filled. Questions may be addressed to either co-chair of the search committee, Suzanne Gikas

aittner01@hamline.edu

or Joe Lewis

jlewis06@hamline.edu

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay Range: $68,000.00

Full-Time Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• 403(b)
• Paid Time off, including paid holidays and safe and sick leave time off
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Tuition waiver

All questions marked ‘Required’ need to be answered in order to submit the application. It is important that your application show all of the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. If rejected, you must reapply for the position in order to be considered. A resume or curriculum vitae, a cover letter outlining your qualifications for and interest in the position, contact information for 3 current, professional references, as well as copies of transcripts (if required) must be uploaded with each application.