Assistant Teaching Professor in Special Education

Position Title:

Assistant Teaching Professor in Special Education

Appointment Type:

Faculty

Job 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 in-person, hybrid, online, and/or evening courses. Candidates holding a doctoral degree will have opportunities to teach graduate courses and serve on Master’s 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: 

• Master’s degree in special education or closely related field

• Completion of a teacher preparation program

• Two academic years of full-time successful special education teaching experience in PK-12 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, children’s 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 P-20 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 land-grant tradition and the broader mission of the University to serve the people of Iowa.

Department Unit/Website: 

www.education.iastate.edu

Proposed Start Date:

August 16, 2025

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:

May 15, 2027

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

09 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Application 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 aprince@iastate.edu.

Why Choose ISU?
Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life 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 long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program

Original Posting Date:

March 7, 2025

Posting Close Date:

Job Requisition Number:

R16562