Assistant Professor of Special Education

Position Title:

Assistant Professor of Special Education

Department/School:

School of Social & Behavioral Sciences; Education
Department

Salary/Pay Rate:

$75,000 - $80,000

Job Summary:

The Marist University Education Department seeks candidates for a
tenure-track position of Assistant Professor of Special
Education to begin in Fall 2027.

We are seeking a dynamic, experienced teacher-scholar who will play
a crucial role in shaping the future of education by supporting and
developing current and aspiring elementary and secondary teachers.
These efforts will directly impact the quality of special education
and inspire the next generation of inclusive and responsive
teachers.

The program addresses teaching holistically by developing
professional educators who:

• Deeply understand themselves and their learners.
• Are committed to supporting the success of all learners.
• Possess extensive pedagogical and technological content

knowledge.

• Can integrate academic content through immersive, inquiry-based

instruction.

Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in teacher

education, consistent with the applicant’s areas of expertise and
the department’s curricular needs.

• Advise students on academic progress and NYS certification

requirements.

• Maintain an active research agenda leading to presentations and

publications.

• Collaborate with faculty and administration to support student

recruitment and retention efforts.

• Participate in department, school, and faculty meetings and

engage in key initiatives at all these levels as part of a
departmental team engaged in continuous improvement efforts.

Minimum Qualifications:

We welcome candidates with expertise in the area of Special
Education who are passionate about preparing pre-service teachers.
The successful candidate will require:

• A doctorate in Education, Special Education, or related field

by the fall of 2027

• Specialization in mild to moderate disabilities (e.g., learning

disabilities, ADHD, or other academic challenges)

• A student-centered approach in guiding the next generation of

teachers

• Proven success for accomplishment in scholarship that is

commensurate with the tenure expectations of a university committed
to a "teacher-scholar" model

• 3-5 years of teaching experience in pre-K to grade 12

schools

• The ability to model culturally responsive pedagogical

approaches across all courses and foster an inclusive classroom
environment

Essential Functions:

Primary responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and
graduate courses in pre-K to grade 12 education methods and special
education instruction. Supervision and assessment of student
teachers may also be included. Applicants should have an active
research agenda that leads to high-quality peer reviewed
publications and the ability to mentor student projects. Also
responsible for the advisement of students and participation as
part of a departmental team engaged in continuous improvement
efforts.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified in Students with Disabilities
• Experience engaging with learners and communities representing

varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives in PreK–12
educational settings

• Prior experience teaching at the college level

Required Application Documents:

Resume, Cover Letter, & Contact Information of 3 Professional
References

Benefits:

The position includes a comprehensive benefit package*. Benefits
for this position include but are not limited to the
following:

• Unlimited paid sick time.
• 14+ paid holidays per year.
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15%

employee / 85% employer contribution rate. Flexible Spending
Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).

• Life insurance.
• Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and

workers compensation.

• 403(b) defined contribution plan:
• First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes

a mandatory 4%.

• University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12%

after 15 years.

• Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year 7. Remains 1%

thereafter.

• Typical eligibility requirements: 1 year of service and

1,000 hours with Marist University.

• 403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available. Voluntary,

up to IRS maximum contribution.

• Tuition Benefits:
• Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate

credit per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee,
spouse, and dependent children under age 26.

• University pays 100% tuition only.
• Eligible dependents may be Reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester

towards tuition at another accredited institution.

*Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or
employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the
University.

About the Department/School:

The Teacher Education Department is a member of the School of
Social and Behavioral Sciences along with departments for
Psychology, Crime and Justice Studies, and Social Work. The Teacher
Education Department offers a variety of teacher preparation
programs including: (1) elementary education, grades 1-6, with dual
all grades certification for students with disabilities (2) birth
through second grade add-on teacher certification, and (3)
adolescence education, grades 7 – 12, with dual all grades
certification for students with disabilities in eight content areas
(English, math, social studies, biology, chemistry, earth science,
Spanish, and French). The department also offers two master’s level
degrees: Master of Arts in Teaching and Master of Science in
Education, Contemporary Curriculum & Instruction.

The Teacher Education Department and the School of Social and
Behavioral Sciences are committed to advancing an inclusive
climate.

About Marist University:

Founded in 1929, Marist is a comprehensive, independent four-year
institution whose signature educational approach blends the liberal
arts with pre-professional studies and emphasizes experiential
learning to enrich classroom instruction. With campuses in
Poughkeepsie, N.Y., and Florence, Italy, plus over 70 programs
offering a variety of international study, Marist is a portal to
the world and is devoted to nurturing a welcoming, inclusive
community. Through six schools offering almost 50 majors, Marist
cultivates the intellectual growth and well-being of its more than
6,000 undergraduate and graduate students and encourages them to
color outside traditional academic lines as they pursue coursework
and personal experiences that provide valuable occupational
expertise and reflect their individual passions. Marist has been
acclaimed a top institution in the nation by U.S. News & World
Report, the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse, Princeton Review,
and others. To learn more, please visit https://www.marist.edu/about

Type of Position:

Full-time

Classification:

Faculty (Full-Time)

Work Schedule:

Time as required for teaching, office hours, departmental/school
activities, scholarship/professional development, and other
activities as needed.

Location:

Marist University Main Campus

Number of Position Openings:

1

Equal Employment Statement:

Marist University is committed to creating an inclusive workforce
on our campus by ensuring that barriers to equal employment
opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. To this end, the
University will strive to achieve the full and fair participation
of all members of the Marist community.

Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion of
individuals without consideration of race, color, disability,
religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual
orientation, or veteran status unless there is a bona fide
occupational requirement which excludes persons in one of these
protected groups. The University will review its employment
policies and procedures to ensure that barriers which may
unnecessarily exclude protected groups are identified and
eliminated. The University will also explore alternative approaches
if any policy or practice is found to have a negative impact on
protected groups.

Marist's policy of non-discrimination includes not only employment
practices but also extends to all services and programs provided by
the University. It shall be considered a violation of University
policy for any member of the community to discriminate against any
individual or group with respect to employment or attendance at
Marist University on the basis of race, color, disability,
religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual
orientation, veteran status, or any other condition established by
law.