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Instructor of Special Education
Butler University, College of Education
The College of Education is searching for a new colleague with expertise in special education for a position beginning August 2014. This three year instructor position offers the opportunity to provide undergraduate and graduate instruction and supervision in the preparation of educators. We invite candidates who share our vision that we are preparing teachers for schools as they should be, not as they currently exist. The College of Education’s four core values undergird our mission and vision: 1) The Appreciation of Diversity and Similarity; 2) The Excitement of Teaching, Learning, and Mentoring; 3) The Challenge of Integrated Practice and Collaboration; and 4) The Strength of Integrity and Responsibility. We are seeking candidates to support our efforts to contribute in meaningful ways to the College’s four core values and to the university’s continued commitment to cultural diversity, pluralism, and individual differences.
Required Qualifications:
Certification/licensure (any state) in special education; Masters degree in special education, or closely related field; minimum of three years teaching students who have disabilities in preschool or K-12 schools; knowledge of effective, individualized educational programming for students needing mild intervention; evidence of successful co-teaching; demonstrated passion and interest in education for all students.
Preferred qualifications:
Demonstrated success in working with students who are culturally and linguistically diverse; willingness and readiness to teach courses related to growth and development; undergraduate and university teaching; and evidence of effective and innovative instructional approaches.
Responsibilities:
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses; supervise practicum/student teaching internships; participate in program development and assessment; and provide service to the university and greater educational community.
Application Process:
Submit a letter of application detailing your qualifications for this position, a two-page teaching philosophy, a current vitae, official graduate transcripts, three letters of recommendation, and the names and contact information of three additional professional references to Dr. Catherine Pangan, Chair of the Special Education Search Committee, Butler University, 4600 Sunset Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46208.
Screening will begin October 14th until the position has been filled. Please direct questions to cpangan@butler.edu.
Posted 10/11/13