Position Title: Assistant Professor of Special Education

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

Dept/Unit: Educational Studies

For information contact Dr. Carol Angell 608-785-8135, angell.caro@uwlax.edu

Founded in 1909, UW-L is one of 11, four-year institutions in the University of Wisconsin System with approximately 9,000 students. UW-L offers a wide array of undergraduate programs and a variety of graduate programs in three colleges: Liberal Studies (including the Schools of Education and Arts & Communication); Science and Health; and Business Administration. The university is consistently rated first among the UW System comprehensives in terms of first year student ACT scores, class rankings and retention rates.

We are an inclusive learning community that values the varying perspectives that come with diverse faculty, staff and student populations. We strongly encourage our students to broaden their perspectives through international experiences and diversity-related courses and programming, and support faculty and staff in international teaching, research, and service.

We are proud of our diversity and believe students, faculty, and staff all are enriched by our exposure to differing ideas, opinions and cultures. We strive to be a leader in Wisconsin’s movement toward increased diversity and inclusiveness. For example, we routinely assess the campus climate and have conducted an equity study to explore how diverse students, faculty, and staff experience UW-L. We believe that employees from diverse backgrounds are critical to achieving excellence as a nationally recognized institution of higher education. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We strongly encourage applications from persons with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

The city of La Crosse combines the scenic beauty of the Mississippi River and towering bluffs with a diversified economy and educated populace. Three colleges, two world-class medical institutions, the La Crosse Symphony Orchestra, a restored nineteenth century downtown business district, and a number of galleries and art centers have made La Crosse a regional center for culture, entertainment, medical care, shopping, sports and four season recreation.

The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, the College of Liberal Studies, and the Department of Educational Studies value diversity. The Special Education Program continuously strives to create equity for all individuals. The Department invites applications for two full-time academic year, tenure-track positions: Special Education Assistant Professor, beginning August 2010. Required qualifications: Ph.D./Ed.D. in special education or related field (Ph.D. or Ed.D. by date of appointment) and a minimum of three years of experience working directly with individuals identified with disabilities from birth to 21 years of age within appropriately designated settings. Preferred qualifications: experience within a wide range of developmental disabilities; experience with assistive technology/augmentative communication strategies and in professional development schools; an interest in online instruction, and graduate/undergraduate research. Responsibilities: Teach undergraduate/graduate courses in special education, advise students, supervise field experiences, engage in research, and participate in service activities. Application screening begins December 13, 2010 until position is filled.

100 % FTE comprised of 50% teaching undergraduate/graduate courses in special education, advise students, supervise field experiences, 30% research and scholarly activities, 20% participation in service activities, as well as other duties as needed by the department.

Note: Electronic submission of application materials is required. For additional information about this Faculty position and to apply, please visit https://employment.uwlax.edu

UW-La Crosse is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Women, persons of color, and individuals with a disability are encouraged to apply. Please contact the Search and Screen Committee if you have a special need/accommodation to aid your participation in our hiring process.

Employment will require a criminal background check. A pending criminal charge or conviction will not necessarily disqualify an applicant. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, UW-La Crosse does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.