Overview: Lourdes University, rooted in Catholic and Franciscan traditions, provides a values-centered education that enriches lives and advances academic excellence through the integration of the liberal arts and professional studies. In support of this mission, Lourdes University nurtures a diverse community that supports students in fulfilling their potential; commits to the engagement of faith and reason, inspired by our Catholic and Franciscan intellectual traditions, and provides a holistic, student-centered education rooted in the liberal arts.

The College of Social Sciences invites applicants for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor of Education with a required emphasis in special education. This is a full-time,nine-month, faculty position beginning in the Fall of 2023.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the special education major as well as other education courses. Faculty load is 4 courses per semester in face to face, hybrid or online academic format. This position requires a dynamic classroom presence and be versed in multimodal teaching. Further the position will require collaboration with our partner school at Tiffin University to develop a 3+2 program in special education. Additional faculty responsibilities include; student recruitment and retention efforts, curriculum development, assessment, supervision of internships and/or capstone projects, academic advising and participation in a minimum of one faculty and/or university committee.

The position requires curricular leadership in determining the specific educational principles the program must achieve through established curriculum and classroom instruction ensures the curriculum design is consistent with best practices and industry standards. The candidate will be required to teach a range of courses in the special education and education major as well as identify and implement potential internships.

The successful candidate will have the ability to work with first generation students and provide guidance and advisement of students on academics and career development. Dedication to the mission of Lourdes University, evidence of excellence in teaching and potential for significant scholarship and/or demonstrated experience in a professional role are required. The College of Social Sciences places a strong emphasis on mentoring, community engagement and high impact educational practices as well as a commitment to collegiality, academic citizenship and cultural diversity.

Requirements include:

• Master’s Degree in special education, Ph.D. or Ed.D. preferred
• Professional experience in early childhood special education i
• Teaching experience and varied scholarly activity will be given preference.

To apply, candidates must attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae and statement of teaching philosophy.Lourdes University is developing a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in an inclusive environment where differences are valued and respected. Successful candidates must be committed to working with diverse student and community populations. People of color, individuals with disabilities, veterans, other minorities, and intersectional individuals are encouraged to apply