Temporary Faculty Special Education

About Georgia Southern University

Georgia Southern is a dynamic research university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world‑class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral level degree programs. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern among America’s Best Midsize Employers.

The Department of Elementary and Special Education in the College of Education offers undergraduate and graduate programs. Undergraduate degrees are in Elementary Education, Special Education (grades P‑12) or Dual Certification (P‑5). Graduate online programs include M.A.T. and M.Ed. degrees in Curriculum and Instruction‑Accomplished Teaching and Special Education.

The Department of Elementary and Special Education is now accepting applications for a pool of part‑time faculty positions to support the undergraduate and graduate programs in Special Education (P‑12) for the 2025‑2026 academic year. In‑person field supervision will occur within a 70‑mile radius of Hinesville, Savannah, or Statesboro campuses. These positions are on an as‑needed, semester‑by‑semester basis.

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses, based on appropriate credentials.
• Teach in a variety of modalities (face‑to‑face, hybrid, and online).
• Assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.

• Master’s degree in Special Education or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Special Education.
• Minimum of three years of full‑time special education teaching experience in U.S. public school settings teaching students in grades P‑12.

• Earned terminal degree (PhD or EdD) in Special Education, or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Special Education.
• Experience supervising or mentoring pre‑service teacher candidates and/or practicum students in field placements.
• Experience teaching face‑to‑face and online education courses at the university level.

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact the Department Chair, Gregory Chamblee, gchamblee.

For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251‑2644 or oneusgsupport.

Georgia Southern University is committed to compliance with federal, state and local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.