Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Special Education (2026 2027)

Position Information Job Title Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Special Education (2026 2027) Rank Assistant Professor Salary Range $68,000 -70,000 Tenure Information Tenure Track Job Description The College of Education, Nursing, and Health Professions (ENHP) at the University of Hartford is seeking to fill a tenure-track assistant professor position in Special Education beginning August 2026. Candidates are expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Special Education in face-to-face and online synchronous and asynchronous formats; academic advising and mentoring for undergraduate and graduate students; scholarly productivity in special education or a related field; contributions of service at the university, college, department (e.g., accreditation) levels. Responsibilities The successful applicant will ordinarily teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Special Education, which may change based on departmental needs. There may also be opportunities to teach our innovative general education and interdisciplinary courses. An active scholarly/research/artistic agenda with peer-reviewed publications, presentations, performances, exhibitions, or other accomplishments are expected for successful tenure and promotion. Service to the department, college, and university typically includes advising students, contributing to student recruitment and retention, committee service, participating in departmental and college-wide initiatives, and accreditation. Candidates are expected to demonstrate a commitment to inclusive excellence, which the University defines as an unwavering commitment to fostering a vibrant campus community where every student, staff member, and faculty colleague feels deeply rooted, empowered to flourish, and inspired to achieve their highest potential.
Required Qualifications Required:

• Earned doctorate from an accredited institution in special education or related field at the time of appointment (doctoral candidates completing their dissertation by August will be considered)
• School-based teaching experience or equivalent applied experience
• Evidence of scholarly specialization related to special education

Preferred:

• Special Education teacher certification
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Reliable and detail-oriented, with excellent organizational skills
• Working with diverse student populations
• Involvement in school/ community partnerships
• Experience with academic advising and mentoring of students
• A record of university-level teaching through face-to-face, hybrid, and asynchronous online formats
• Familiarity using online platforms, e.g., learning management systems and assessment platforms
• Evidence of service to the field
• Familiarity with CAEP/CEC standards and accreditation
• Commitment to inclusive excellence and belonging

Preferred Qualifications Diversity Statement As an institution of higher learning, the University of Hartford strives to be more than merely a mirror of the larger society; it should foster learning and encourage the personal growth of students, faculty, and staff in an environment that promotes and celebrates diversity in all of its forms regardless of identifying factors including but not limited to race, sex, age, religion, national origin, socioeconomic status, physical and learning differences, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity.

Accordingly, our commitment is to:
· Foster an inclusive, equitable, just, and caring community where the unique identities of
each person are fully appreciated, respected, and celebrated
· Engage in civil discourse, that values diverse intellectual perspectives
· Cultivate a campus community reflective of the intersectionality of the larger society while
maintaining an environment of safety and respect where all members experience a sense of belonging
· Institutionally, stand against acts of hate, intimidation, discrimination, bigotry, violence, and
harassment of any kind
· Uphold the values of the institution, so that all our members are treated with dignity and
respect

Our commitment to Inclusive Excellence and Belonging is a strength that results in a vibrant and more engaged campus culture. University Information Students at the University of Hartford find success in a learning environment that both challenges and mentors them. Our academic mission is to engage students in acquiring the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to thrive in, and contribute to, a pluralistic, complex world. At the University of Hartford, we are committed to community. We are an academic community that values integrity, curiosity, creativity, excellence, responsibility, and accomplishment. Enriched by our engagement with, and understanding of, one another, we take pride in our shared traditions and experiences. We are dedicated to building a culture that respects all of its members and celebrates their contributions as we work together to strengthen our community. The full text of our academic mission, vision, and values can be seen at www.hartford.edu. Opportunities for faculty development and support can be found at https://www.hartford.edu/about/campus-leadership/office-provost/faculty-development/and a listing of Affinity Networks can be found at https://www.hartford.edu/about/inclusive-excellence/affinity-groups.aspx College Information The College of Education, Nursing and Health Professions (ENHP) offers 30 educational offerings, from undergraduate to doctoral programs and certificates, united by a common goal, to provide inclusive, innovative, and engaging scholarly experiences that shape the next generation of leaders in the service professions. Known for partnership work in urban Hartford, as well as internationally in Peru, Brazil, Mexico, and Kenya, the college emphasizes activities that help “promote the well-being of the communities we serve.” Signature annual events bring students, faculty members, and community partners together to network and showcase scholarly works. ENHP embraces diversity, and its role in preparing students and future professionals to address the needs of an increasingly multicultural society including advocating for optimal educational and health outcomes. Posting Detail Information Posting Number F202P Open Date Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants