Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Special Education

University of Hartford

Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Special Education (2026–2027)

Rank:
Assistant Professor
Salary Range: $68,000–$70,000
Tenure Information:
Tenure Track

College of Education, Nursing & Health Professions (ENHP) at the University of Hartford is seeking a tenure‑track Assistant Professor in Special Education to begin in August 2026.

Applicants will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Special Education (face‑to‑face and online synchronous/asynchronous formats), advise and mentor students, conduct research, and provide service to the department, college, and university.

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Special Education and possible interdisciplinary courses.
• Maintain an active scholarly agenda with peer‑reviewed publications and presentations.
• Provide academic advising, student recruitment and retention, committee service, and accreditation work.
• Demonstrate commitment to inclusive excellence and belonging.

• Earned doctorate in special education or a related field at the time of appointment (doctoral candidates completing their dissertation by August will be considered).
• School‑based teaching or equivalent applied experience.
• Evidence of scholarly specialization in special education.

• Special Education teacher certification.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Reliable, detail‑oriented, and highly organized.
• Experience working with diverse student populations.
• Involvement in school/community partnerships.
• Experience in academic advising and mentoring of students.
• Record of university‑level teaching in face‑to‑face, hybrid, and asynchronous online formats.
• Familiarity with online platforms (e.g., learning management systems).
• Evidence of service to the field.
• Familiarity with CAEP/CEC standards and accreditation.
• Commitment to inclusive excellence and belonging.

As an institution of higher learning, the University of Hartford strives to promote and celebrate diversity in all its forms. We are committed to:

• Fostering an inclusive, equitable, just, and caring community.
• Engaging in civil discourse that values diverse intellectual perspectives.
• Cultivating a campus community reflective of larger society’s intersectionality while maintaining safety and respect.
• Actively standing against hate, intimidation, discrimination, bigotry, violence, and harassment.
• Upholding values that treat all members with dignity and respect.

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The University of Hartford is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women and members of under‑represented groups are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/M/F/D/V.