Instructor of Special Education

Position Summary

The Department of Curriculum & Instruction in the College of Education, Health and Human Sciences at the University of Idaho seeks applications for an Instructor in Special Education. This is a non‑tenure track, academic year appointment. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and/or graduate special education courses, provide instructional and programmatic support for the Vandal QUEST program (post‑secondary transition program for students with disabilities), and collaborate with faculty, students, and K‑12 partners.

The position requires teaching a minimum of 7 credits per semester (fall & spring), participation in recruitment and departmental activities, and representing the program at professional, university, and community events.

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in special education
• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement in special education programs
• Support programming to deliver grant‑funded projects
• Develop instructional and programmatic activities for students enrolled in the Vandal QUEST program
• Supervise the Vandal QUEST instructional assistant
• Coordinate and supervise practicum and related experiences that connect traditionally enrolled peers with Vandal QUEST students
• Collaborate with faculty, schools, and community partners to support special education initiatives
• Supervise teacher candidates during student teaching internship
• Participate in departmental meetings, recruitment events, and program outreach
• Represent the university in professional and community contexts

• Earned master’s degree in special education or closely related field
• Minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching experience with students with disabilities in the K‑16 setting
• Experience in research‑based instructional and behavioral practices for students with disabilities
• Experience with interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively with higher education colleagues and K‑12 school personnel

• Advanced degree (EdS, EdD, or PhD) in special education or closely related field
• Endorsement(s) in special education recognized by the State of Idaho or equivalent state licensure
• Expertise in learning disabilities, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and differentiated instruction
• Experience in post‑secondary transition programming
• Record of building collaborative partnerships with schools, districts, and community organizations

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.