Adjunct Instructor (Curriculum & Instruction -SPED)

Prairie View A&M University

Adjunct Instructor (Curriculum & Instruction -SPED)

Job Title
Adjunct Instructor (Curriculum & Instruction -SPED)

Agency
Prairie View A&M University

Department
Department Of Curriculum And Instruction

Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate

Job Location
Prairie View, Texas

Job Type
Faculty

Job Description

This part-time position will serve as the Special Education Instructor for the Special Education Certification Program. The Adjunct Instructor will report directly to the Department Head of Curriculum and Instruction. The department is especially interested in candidates with a deep interest in teacher development and applied research, who have rich professional experience guiding and overseeing special education P-12 teacher development, and a demonstrated commitment to using research to advance access.

The salary is determined in accordance with the University's compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates' education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.

Responsibilities:

• Teach in the graduate-level special education program.
  
• Coach and build the capacity of school district staff, program participants, and other teams of program staff and educators engaged in improvement efforts.
  
• Facilitate in-person and virtual professional development and technical assistance services to support project objectives.
  
• Work closely with partners to interpret and leverage data that informs decision-making and drives continuous improvement.
  
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  

Required Education and Experience:

• Master's degree in Special Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Leadership or related field.
  
• 8 years of P12 school experience focused on professional or teacher development.
  
• Experience as a higher education instructor.
  
• Expertise in the theory and practice of improvement science; adult learning in applied settings, and empirically testing developmental changes in practice and teacher outcomes.
  

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong communication skills.
  
• Dispositions for technology use and collaborative, school-based initiatives.
  
• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.
  
• Knowledge of Texas Education Agency policies regarding teacher preparation.
  
• Experience in teaching in a teacher preparation program (emphasis on special education certification).
  
• Experience in advising candidates.
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
  
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  

Required Licenses and Certifications:

• Special Education Certification.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctorate (PhD or EdD) in special education or closely related fields.
  
• 3 plus years delivering professional development to teachers with multifaceted backgrounds.
  
• Experience in interfacing directly with the Texas Education Agency.
  
• Experience at multiple levels of teaching and campus leadership.
  
• Demonstrated record of excellence in teaching, service, and research.
  
• TTESS or P12 school administrators and special education certification.
  
• Strong analytical skills in curriculum development and online learning systems.
  
• Passion for and commitment to student support
  
• Proven organization and project management skills.
  
• Represent the department in a positive and professional manner in all settings.
  

Job Posting Close Date:

• Until Filled
  

Required Attachments: Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either "Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter" on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the "Resume/CV" or Resume/Cover Letter" attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
  

• Cover Letter
  

Application Submission Guidelines:

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or [email protected] should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements:

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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About Us
For more than 140 years, Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has been igniting passion in its students. With an established reputation for producing engineers, nurses and educators, PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees, master’s degrees and doctoral degree programs through nine colleges and schools. The University has an enrollment of more than 8,500 students. Designated an institution of “the first class” in the Texas Constitution, PVAMU is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state and a member of The Texas A&M University System. The University is dedicated to fulfilling its land-grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research and service.

PVAMU is conveniently located near the rapidly growing residential and commercial area known as the Northwest Houston Corridor. The developing Northwest Houston Corridor offers newly developed suburban communities, a variety of shopping and dining near the Houston Premium Outlets and is a short, 35-minute commute into downtown Houston. For more information, visit Your career opportunities with a “University of the first class” begins here!

Prairie View A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (936) 261-1730.