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Positions in Southern California

By dhaager on Oct. 29, 2007.

California State University, Los Angeles has one position in special education, focus on Mild to Moderate Disabilities. Here is a link:

http://www.calstatela.edu/academic/position/csla_charter%20coll%20of%20ed.htm

And here is the text:

Announcement of Opening

Charter college of education

Department of Special Education and Counseling

Position:
A tenure-track Assistant Professor in the area of Special Education; Mild to Moderate (High Incidence) Disabilities. If unable to fill this position, it may be converted to Full-Time Temporary appointment.

Starting Date:
June or September, 2008. CSULA operates on a year-round quarter system calendar. The person selected may be required to teach Summer Quarter in lieu of a quarter during the traditional academic year.

Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D., Ed.D., or ABD in Special Education or closely related field. An earned doctorate from an accredited institution of higher education is required for tenure. Candidates should have classroom teaching experience or related experience with students who have mild to moderate disabilities (i.e., learning disabilities, emotional/behavioral disorders, mild-moderate mental retardation/developmental disabilities). Candidates should provide record of or potential for scholarly activity involving students whenever possible, as well as the demonstrated potential for effective teaching using a variety of methodologies. Candidates should also demonstrate an ability or interest in teaching in a multicultural, multiethnic campus.

Preferred: Qualifications:
Specialized topical knowledge such as assessment, instructional methods, special education at the secondary level, curriculum adaptations, or other areas of expertise. Experience with professional development, university teaching, on-line instruction, or field supervision.

Duties:
In addition to teaching, duties include student advisement and committee service for the Division of Special Education and Counseling, Charter College of Education, and the University. Specifically, teaching duties include teaching credential, masters and doctoral level courses and supervising student teachers. Candidates are also expected to engage in scholarly activities.

Salary:
Initial salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The University:
California State University, Los Angeles, a comprehensive urban university and one of 23 campuses that comprise The California State University system, offers programs in more than 50 academic and professional fields. The campus is located at the eastern edge of Los Angeles, adjacent to the western San Gabriel Valley, with more than 22,000 full and part-time students reflecting the rich, ethnic diversity of the area. The University is committed to student-centered learning, free scholarly inquiry and academic excellence.

Required Documentation:
Please submit a letter of application, curriculum vita, official transcripts, three letters of recommendation and the University’s Application for Academic Employment form. http://www.calstatela.edu/univ/hrm/forms/appl_emp.xls Employment contingent upon proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Application:
Review of applications will begin on November 30, 2007 and continue until the position is filled. Address application, required documentation and/or request for information to:
Dr. Randy Campbell
Division of Special Education and Counseling California State University, Los Angeles
5151 State University Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90032-8110

In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, Cal State LA is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live, work and learn in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual. To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion, marital status, pregnancy, national origin or cultural background, political views, sex or sexual orientation, gender identification, age, disability, disabled veteran, or Vietnam era veteran status.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/TITLE IX EMPLOYER

Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause undue hardship.

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