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Sad story that echoes fears of malfeasance

Published on 7 May 2012 in Administration, News and Public Policy. 0 Comments Tags: , , , .

In “Ex-principal: ‘Never really told the truth’ to special ed parents—
Ex-principal: I lied to parents of special-needs kids,” Shannon Mullen of the Ashbury Park (NJ, US) Press recounts a story about Sheldon Boxer, a former school administrator who says that, as a means to save funds, he misrepresented the needs of students with disabilities and the capacity of schools to serve them. Mr. Boxer accuses an attorney working with the local education agency of leading the effort without every actually issuing an edict that the purpose was to hold down costs.

Ms. Mullen captures some he-said, he-said in her story as well as some human interest (a case of a child with substantial special education needs whose parents contend say he was not provided appropriate services). You can read Ms. Mullen’s report of this sad special education story in its original form (or snag this single-page version).

Open Rank Position in Special Education: Geo. Mason U.

Published on 25 February 2012 in News and Positions in higher ed. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , .

Assistant/Associate Full Professor Special Education (tenure-line, rank open)

The George Mason University, Division of Special Education and disAbility Research in the College of Education and Human Development is seeking a tenure-line faculty member whose responsibilities will include collaborating with a group of nationally prominent scholars in special education and human disabilities; teaching and advising at the master’s and doctoral levels; and conducting and disseminating research, and securing external funding.

Candidate experience should fit with one or more of our current programs, which are in the areas of mild disabilities, severe and intellectual disabilities, autism and ABA, vision impairments, assistive technology, and special education leadership. An earned doctorate in special education or a related field, and two years of experience working with children and youth with disabilities required. Preferred qualifications include an established funded research portfolio or a promising (fundable) research agenda, and experience in university teaching including distance education implementation. The division values diversity as a factor in academic excellence. Positive consideration will be given to candidates’ experiences and research agendas that enhance understanding of issues related to race, ethnicity, gender and disabilities.

Mason faculty are empowered by an entrepreneurial culture that values and rewards consequential research and professional impact. College structures facilitate innovation and flexibility within a strong collaborative framework.

Special Instructions to Applicants
For full consideration, applicants must apply for position number F6329z at http://jobs.gmu.edu/; complete and submit the online faculty application; and upload a cover letter, CV, and list of three professional references with contact information.

US report on testing accommodations

Published on 11 January 2012 in News, Public Policy, Research and The Press. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , .

In November the US Government Accounting Office (GAO) released a report entitled “Improved Federal Enforcement Needed to Better Protect Students’ Rights to Testing Accommodations” of a study it performed at the behest of representatives to the US Congress. Based on interviews with individuals with disabilities, educators, advocates, commercial testing companies, and others, the report provides brief insight into testing accommodations at the secondary and post-secondary level and recommendations for government action based on its findings. Interested readers may download a one-page summary of the report from the GAO office.

U. Washington professor of practice

Published on 22 December 2011 in News, Positions in higher ed and Teacher Education. Closed Tags: , , , , .

The College of Education at the University of Washington (UW) seeks a “professor of practice” to lead programs that prepare and support educational leaders at school and district level, in support of powerful, equitable student learning and related system change. The role combines program leadership, program development, teaching, and practice-focused scholarship. The position has full voting rights and will participate, alongside tenure-line faculty, in the College’s efforts to improve the quality of practice through regular engagement with the field. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or Ed.D in education or related field; substantial P-12 administrative experience, preferably at both the school building and system level; and demonstrated ability to guide and support the professional learning of educational leaders. This position will be hired at the non-tenure rank of Senior Lecturer or Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor without tenure.

Prospective candidates are especially encouraged to visit the websites of the programs and outreach units implicated in this position (http://depts.washington.edu/k12admin/l4l/, http://depts.washington.edu/k12admin/danforth/, http://www.milead.washington.edu/mil/, http://www.k-12leadership.org/). For a more detailed description of the postion, please download a PDF document explaining the particulars of the postion and procedures for applying.

A search committee will begin reviewing applications 20 January 2011. The position will remain open until filled. Appointment is to commence 16 September 2012. Send queries about the position to search co-chairs Michael Knapp, at mknapp [at] uw.edu, or Steve Fink, at finks [at] uw.edu. Please submit your application packet both electronically and by mail to the search co-chairs care of Mr. Greg Daigle at gdaigle [at] uw.edu, 222 Miller Hall, College of Education, Seattle, WA 98195-3600.

Asst prof at Southern Illinois University, Carbondale

Published on 8 December 2011 in News and Positions in higher ed. 0 Comments Tags: , , .

Southern Illinois University, Carbondale announces an Assistant Professor position in Special Education. We’re looking for someone with expertise in academic instruction for students with mild disabilities (particularly LD). Please see the full position announcement at http://affact.siuc.edu/coe711.html (position coe711). This position begins August 2012.

Open rank position at Georgia State

Published on 2 November 2011 in News, Positions in higher ed, Research and Teacher Education. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , .

Tenure-track, Open Rank, Special Education/High Incidence Disabilities

The Department of Educational Psychology and Special Education at Georgia State University is seeking doctoral-degreed, tenure-track faculty applicants with a thorough knowledge of high incidence disabilities. Desired applicants will have a recognized high-quality, rigorous and independent research focus, as well as documented excellence in and commitment to graduate/doctoral level instruction and mentoring.
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Assistant professor at Villanova

Published on 3 October 2011 in News and Positions in higher ed. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , .

Villanova University’s Department of Education and Counseling invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position effective Fall 2012. The Department seeks a teacher-scholar for a full-time, nine-month, Special Education position.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. Villanova seeks a diverse faculty committed to scholarship, service, and teaching, who understand, respect, and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

Roles and Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be qualified to teach courses in special education at the undergraduate and at the graduate level, teaching five courses each year. In addition, the new faculty member will conduct and publish research in an area of expertise, serve as an academic advisor for education majors, and be an active member of both the Department, and the Villanova community.

Qualifications: Successful candidates must have a PhD in Education or a closely aligned discipline, or be near the completion of their doctoral degree. Specific knowledge of Special Education at the secondary K-12 level is required. Knowledge of Special Education law, US federal mandates, RTI, IEPs, and section 504 of the ADA is highly preferred.

Review of applications will begin December 2, 2011. Salary is competitive. For more information, please visit our website. Villanova University is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer.

Application: Applications should be submitted online at https://jobs.villanova.edu/

Please submit the following online:

  • Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
  • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Teaching Philosophy
  • Summary of Teaching Evaluations
  • Writing Sample/ Publications
  • Statement of Research Interests

In addition, please mail:

  • Copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts
  • 3 letters of recommendation

to: Dr. Edward Fierros
Villanova University
Department of Education and Counseling
800 Lancaster Avenue
Villanova, PA 19085

U. Washington special ed position

Published on 15 September 2011 in News, Positions in higher ed, Research and Teacher Education. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , .

University of Washington
College of Education
Area of Special Education

Assistant Professor of Assessment and Instruction of Students with
High Incidence Disabilities (tenure-line position)

THE UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON SEATTLE, College of Education, seeks to fill a nine-month full-time position in Special Education at the level of assistant professor. We seek applicants with a doctoral degree in special education or closely related field with a scholarly focus on assessment and instruction of students with high incidence disabilities. Applicants should demonstrate an active research program in such areas as: assessment of academic skills, assessment of students with disabilities and those who struggle academically; development of effective instructional practices in reading, writing, and/or mathematics; or P-12 models of service delivery for students with disabilities.
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Deborah Speece Appointed Commissioner of National Center for Special Education Research

Published on 23 August 2011 in News, Public Policy and Research. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , , .

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Deborah L. Speece was named as the Commissioner of the National Center for Special Education Research (NCSER) on 23 August 2011. NCSER is the leading branch of the US government’s effort to study educational innovation in special education and, as its head, Commissioner Speece will oversee a program that funds scores of research efforts including projects, evaluations, and multi-site centers throughout the US. She is the second commissioner of NCSER, and her appointment was greeted with substantial approval by the special education research community.

IES Director John Q. Easton announced the appointment of Deborah Speece as Commissioner of the National Center for Special Education Research (NCSER) effective August 23, 2011. Known for her innovative studies of the classification and diagnosis of learning disabilities, Speece is a national leader in special education research and response to intervention strategies.
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Lecturer in Special and Inclusive Education at The University of Sydney

Published on 31 July 2011 in Positions in higher ed, Research and Teacher Education. 0 Comments Tags: , , , , , .

LECTURER IN SPECIAL AND INCLUSIVE EDUCATION
THE UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY, FACULTY OF EDUCATION & SOCIAL WORK
REFERENCE NO: 1178/0611

  • Join a diverse and internationally renowned community of scholars, staff and students
  • Contribute to the faculty’s expanding program of school and professional collaboration
  • Full-time continuing: $102K to $121.2K p.a. including leave loading and up to 17% supeR

The University of Sydney is Australia’s premier University with an outstanding global reputation for academic and research excellence, and employs over 7500 permanent staff supporting over 49,000 students.
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