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University Professor Academic Special Needs / Learning Disabilities

Assistant Professor of Special Education; Tenure Track), F

Job in Norfolk, Virginia, 23500, USA
Listing for: New River Community College
Full Time position
Listed on 2025-12-01
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    University Professor, Academic, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Assistant Professor of Special Education (Tenure Track), F0032A

Overview

The Old Dominion University Department of Human Movement Studies and Special Education invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor in Special Education (tenure-track position) to start in Fall, 2026
. This is part of a Cluster Hire focusing on the interdisciplinary area of community health and resilience, specifically addressing the needs of people with disabilities and other socially vulnerable populations. The program emphasizes building healthy and resilient communities that meet the needs of individuals with disabilities and their families, requiring skills and knowledge in education, communication, and health-care needs. Early childhood special education and PK-12 settings that promote resilience help mitigate potential negative outcomes related to hazards, disasters, and other stressors.

Position

and Duties

The Special Education program offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs, including teacher licensure and a Ph.D. program. Job responsibilities encompass teaching, research, and service. The successful candidate will teach special education courses at the undergraduate, graduate, and/or doctoral level using a variety of delivery options (on-campus, synchronous web-conferencing, synchronous and asynchronous online). The role includes engagement in scholarly research and writing, pursuit of external funding, and participation in service activities supporting the University, community, and profession.

The candidate should demonstrate a commitment to inclusivity and participation in program decision-making.

Position Details

Position Type:
Full-Time

Location:

Norfolk, VA

Job Open Date:
09/12/2025

Application Review Date:
10/15/2025

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Minimum Qualifications
  • A doctoral degree in Special Education or a closely related field; ABD candidates with expected completion by July 15, 2026 will also be considered.
  • A doctoral degree in Special Education or a closely related field (ABD with a completion date prior to July 15, 2026 considered).
  • Evidence of scholarly productivity and expertise in interdisciplinary work bridging school, community public service, and health care support for children with disabilities.
  • Teaching experience in Early Childhood Special Education and/or PK-12 settings with diverse cultural, linguistic, and ethnic groups, including settings that serve students with and without disabilities.
  • Strong verbal, written, and technology skills.
    • Preferred Qualifications
    • Record of peer-reviewed publications in recognized journals and a record of grant procurement.
    • University teaching experience in special education, including online instruction and effective integration of technology in the instructional process.
    • Research interest on the role of PreK-12 students with disabilities and their families in maintaining healthy and resilient communities.
    Conditions of Employment

    Employment is conditional upon the successful completion and review of a criminal background check.

    Application Instructions

    Interested applicants should submit materials to /24035 including:

  • A letter of application.
  • A curriculum vitae.
  • Samples of scholarly work.
  • Unofficial graduate transcripts.
  • The names and contact information for three professional references.

    • Review of applicants will begin October 15, 2025 and the position will remain open until filled. For more information, contact Dr. Jonna Bobzien at jbobzien">jbobzien.

    Other Details

    Telework Friendly:
    No

    Reasonable Accommodation Request:
    If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at .

    Pay Transparency and Nondiscrimination provisions are in effect as required by the employer and law.

    About the College and Department

    College: http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./eps

    Department: http:///hms

    Required and Optional Applicant Information
  • * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
    • The Chronicle of Higher Education (website or print)
    • Jobs.

      Virginia.gov
    • Old Dominion University website
    • Virginia Pilot (website or print)
    • Richmond Times Dispatch (website or print)
    • Academic Keys
    • Other
  • If you selected "Other," how did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • (Open Ended Question)
    • Applicant Documents

    Required Documents

  • Cover Letter/Letter of Application
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Writing Sample 1
  • Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
  • Contact Information for Professional References

    • Optional Documents

  • Writing Sample 2
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