Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor of Special Education
Montana State University Billings is a preferred employer in the region-WE WANT YOU!
The following are reasons why you should join our team:
- Sick Leave – Earned per Contract Rate
- Employee and Dependent Tuition Waiver
- Opportunities to engage in professional development opportunities
- Committed to employee wellness and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program
- Medical Benefits that are robust and affordable
- Visit MUS Benefits to learn more about our benefit package including
- Medical, Vision, and Dental
- Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability are incorporated into our benefits.
- Learn more about our retirement benefits at MUS Retirement.
- Campus vibrancy- coffee shops, FREE attendance to MSUB concerts, athletic events, and lectures, access to recreation center, library, etc.
- Beautiful campus environment that features our MSUB Mile walking path
The College of Education, Department of Educational Theory and Practice at Montana State University Billings seeks a qualified candidate to teach undergraduate and graduate (Master’s level) Special Education courses, advise both graduate and undergraduate students, provide service at multiple levels, and carry out a successful research agenda. Candidates must hold a doctorate (Ed.D. or Ph.D.) in Special Education or a doctorate in a related field with a Master's degree in Special Education. Candidates that are ABD will be considered, but if hired for the position they will have 18 months, beginning with the first day of their contract, to provide confirmation that their degree has been conferred. We seek a candidate who shares our commitment to serving diverse student populations, inclusive education, effective practices in teaching (including integration of appropriate technology), and culturally sustaining/revitalizing pedagogy. A successful candidate can teach online and face-to-face courses across a variety of special education programs. Candidates should also offer evidence of their research agenda and the capacity to engage with colleagues in collaborative work.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- A PhD, EdD, or ABD in Special Education or PhD, EdD, or ABD, i a related field, with a Master's degree in special education.
- Knowledge and experience in teaching students with exceptionalities.
- A minimum of three years P-12 public school teaching
- Knowledge of Common Core Standards
- Potential for excellence in university teaching
- The capacity to engage with colleagues in collaborative work
- Experience or interest in online teaching
- Record of scholarly activity
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Knowledge and experience in teaching assessment and/or teaching students with intellectual disabilities
- Evidence of exemplary teaching at the university level in online and face to face formats.
- Evidence of an understanding of course and program design principles.
- Experience working with a diverse range of adult and young adult learners.
- Demonstrated excellence in supervisory work with teacher candidates.
Responding to a plea from Montana citizens for an institution of higher education in central or eastern Montana, Eastern Montana State Normal School, was established March 12, 1927. Now, Montana State University Billings’ College of Education is recognized as the regional leader in the preparation of Literacy Specialists and Special Education teachers. The Educator Preparation Program at Montana State University Billings is accredited by the Montana State Board of Public Education and the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) for the preparation of elementary and secondary teachers through the Bachelor’s degree and school counseling Master’s degree. The College of Education also offers Masters degrees in Reading, Special Education Generalist, Special Education Applied Behavior Analysis, Curriculum and Instruction/Initial Licensure, and Interdisciplinary Studies.
Montana State University Billings is the third largest University in Montana and is located in Montana’s largest city. The University has five colleges, through which it serves a diverse student body and a broad regional community. Our staff and faculty strive to transform the lives of our students by empowering them to succeed in achieving their educational and life goals. To give our students the best possible path to success in achieving their goals, we are committed to closing equity gaps via our recruitment, retention, and completion initiatives. MSUB faculty and students are also active in scholarship and creative endeavors on state-wide, national, and international stages. Our programs are responsive to community needs and partner with local and regional entities to provide clinical, internship and experiential learning opportunities to our students. MSUB is an innovator in teaching strategies and modalities that accommodate students’ individual learning needs and busy lifestyles. Interested individuals can obtain more information about Montana State University Billings at https://www.msubillings.edu .
Montana State University Billings is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University’s mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged.
Montana State University Billings makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant’s ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee’s ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU Billings provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference or request accommodation, contact the Human Resources Office, Montana State University Billings, 1500 University Drive, Billings, MT 59101-0298, 406-657-2278, employment@msubillings.edu.
MSU Billings Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Billings Website: http://www.msubillings.edu/humres/eeos.htm
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