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By John Lloyd on Dec. 4, 2009.

Special Education Tenure Track Positions – 2 Positions Available

The College and Graduate School of Education, Health and Human Services at Kent State University invites applications for two (2) tenure-track positions:
Position # 998478 – Assistant Professor
Position # 998130 – Open Rank Professor

Kent State University seeks candidates committed to the preparation of special education professionals at the graduate and undergraduate levels, who are interested in contributing to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching and outreach. More information on the Special Education program is available at http://ehhs.kent.edu/sped/

Position # 998478 – Assistant Professor of Mild-Moderate Disabilities
Individuals with expertise in learning disabilities, curriculum development in high incidence disabilities, and/or assessment methods are especially encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities: Major responsibilities include teaching and advising undergraduate, masters, and doctoral students in the discipline of special education, specifically in the area of mild/moderate disabilities. Position also includes participating in monitoring and refining programs to meet NCATE accreditation standards, conducting research, pursuing grant funding, and engaging in student recruitment and retention efforts. University citizenship entails participation and service in committees and promoting the strategic goals of the school, college and university. Successful candidates must be committed to working with diverse students, staff, and community members.

Qualifications: An earned doctorate in Special Education; evidence of the potential for sustained exemplary professional activity including publications, research, grant procurement and other scholarly pursuits; commitment to continuing professional development; and experience in teaching and leading in K-12 settings. Experience with students with disabilities in educational settings and a satisfactory record of college teaching are preferred.

Position # 998130—Open Rank Professor
Responsibilities: Continuing and extending an established research agenda and promoting new opportunities for students and the programs through external funding and leadership. Teaching and advising undergraduate, masters, and doctoral courses in the special education program area. Position requires commitment to program leadership that includes participating in monitoring and refining programs to meet NCATE accreditation standards and engaging in student recruitment and retention efforts. Successful candidates must be committed to working with diverse students, staff, and community members, and they will join our strong team of researchers and teacher educators.

Qualifications: An earned doctorate in Special Education; evidence of exemplary professional activity including publications, research, grant procurement and other scholarly pursuits; evidence of quality in teaching and leadership in the field of Special Education.

Application Deadline: Review of applicants will begin in November, 2009 and acceptance of applications will continue until the positions are filled. To apply, applicants must complete an online job application at https://jobs.kent.edu and submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names and phone numbers of three references who have been asked to send letters of recommendation to:

Drs. Melody Tankersley & Sanna Harjusola-Webb, Search Committee Co-Chairs
Special Education Program
School of Lifespan Development and Educational Sciences
College of Education, Health, and Human Services
405 White Hall, Kent State University
P.O. Box 5190, Kent, OH 44242-0001
Phone: 330-672-2294; Fax: 330-672-2512
Email: mtankers [at] kent [dot] edu or shwebb [at] kent [dot] edu

Kent State University is an EO/AA employer and has a strong institutional commitment to diversity. Women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All documents submitted to Kent State University for employment opportunities are public record and subject to disclosure under the Ohio Public Records law.

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