Visiting Assistant College Lecturer - Special Education - SEC

Cleveland State University
Visiting Assistant College Lecturer - Special Education

School of Education and Counseling

Job Summary:
The School of Education and Counseling (SEC) in the Levin College of Public Affairs and Education at Cleveland State University is seeking an experienced and engaging teacher educator of the highest caliber to fill a visiting faculty position at the rank of Assistant College Lecturer of Special Education in the Teacher Licensure program, starting August 18, 2025. The term of the appointment shall be for one academic year, and may be renewable for up to two additional years.

The successful candidate will work across multiple licensure bands in our degree and licensure programs. Our diverse student body earn their degree with initial license in our undergraduate and masters’ degree programs. We also offer post-baccalaureate initial licensure, endorsement programs and advanced licensure programs.

The successful candidate will teach special education courses based on a 4-4 teaching load (4 courses in Fall; 4 courses in Spring). Some of the courses may be taught online. Clinical supervision of candidates seeking initial teacher licensure in early and final student-teaching experiences in our urban and inner-ring partner school districts will be included as part of the workload. In addition, service to the university will be expected in line with the faculty member's professional interests, the governance of the University, the standards of the faculty member's discipline, or the welfare of the civic community.

CSU is committed to academic excellence and diversity within the faculty, staff, and student body in all of its dimensions. CSU is striving to be a nationally recognized and student focused public research institution that provides accessible, affordable, and Engaged Learning opportunities for all.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in special education or related field;
• Three years teaching experience at the K-12 education or equivalent;
• Ability to travel to partner school sites for supervision.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Earned Doctorate in K-12 Special Education or related field;
• Experience working with Moderate/Intensive populations;
• Interest in and experience with teaching in higher education settings;
• Ten years of experience teaching special education in K-12 settings or equivalent;
• Experience working with urban populations;
• Experience in teacher education program design;
• Experience designing and teaching online courses.

Applicant Instructions:
Applications will only be accepted online at https://hrjobs.csuohio.edu/postings/23984. Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted. Preference will be given to applications received by May 4, 2025. All inquiries about the position should be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Amanda Yurick, at a.l.yurick@csuohio.edu.

List of documents applicant is required to submit:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Evidence of Teaching Experience
• Teaching Philosophy
• Unofficial Transcript
• Contact information for three references – references will be contacted via email and asked to upload a letter of support on your behalf

CSU is an urban university with more than 14,000 students located in the heart of Cleveland, OH. According to the Brookings Institution, CSU is No. 18 in the U.S. among public universities that fulfill a critical dual mission: providing upward mobility and conducting impactful research. CSU is the only Ohio university in the top tier of the Brookings list. For additional information about the city of Cleveland, see https://www.thisiscleveland.com/.

Hire is contingent upon the maintenance of existing levels of funding from the State of Ohio. Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University’s verification of credentials (including evidence of a Ph.D.) and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check.

It is the policy of Cleveland State University to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran, or genetic information.