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Form of workAbout Our Lady of the Lake University:
On the foundation of faith, wisdom and trust in Providence, Our Lady of the Lake University (OLLU) prepares graduates to transform their communities, families and professions.
OLLU, founded in 1895 by the Congregation of Divine Providence, is a coeducational comprehensive institution with an enrollment of more than 3,100 students. With its main residential campus in San Antonio and non-traditional programs in San Antonio, Houston, the Rio Grande Valley (La Feria), and online, OLLU has a presence in two of the largest cities in Texas, the border region, and literally around the world.
The University offers more than 30 undergraduate majors and minors, 14 master's programs and three doctoral programs through its College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business and Leadership, and the College of Professional Studies. OLLU offers classes in daytime, evening, weekend and online formats.
Job Description:
Assistant or Associate Professor
Department of Education
Position Summary:
Our Lady of the Lake University is seeking a dedicated and innovative Assistant/Associate Professor of Special Education with a strong emphasis on bilingual populations to join our dynamic faculty. The successful candidate will contribute to the department's commitment to advancing research, instruction, and outreach related to special education, with a preferred focus on the unique needs and challenges faced by bilingual learners with disabilities.
Assistant or Associate Professor in the Education Department with content expertise in Special Education will have the following key responsibilities:
Teaching and Curriculum Development
- Refine and develop the curricula for the Special Education specialization at the undergraduate and graduate levels; update curricula that reflects the latest research and best practices in the field.
- Integrate additive emergent bilingual pedagogy into special education classes
- Develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in special education, with a focus on bilingual populations.
- Teach face to face and online undergraduate and graduate courses in the program
- Work collaboratively with the Bilingual Education/ESL Coordinator and Education faculty to develop the courses for the following programs:
- Bilingual Special Education certification at the undergraduate and graduate levels
- MEd in Curriculum and Instruction concentrations: Diverse Populations and in Dual Language and Special Populations.
- Employ diverse instructional methods to engage students in effective learning experiences
Research and Scholarship
- Conduct original research in the area of special education, with an emphasis on bilingual learners with disabilities.
- Publish research findings in reputable academic journals and present at relevant conferences.
- Seek external funding opportunities to support research initiatives.
Advising and Mentorship
- Provide academic and career guidance to students pursuing degrees in special education.
- Mentor graduate students in their research projects
- Supervise practicum students, clinical teachers, and internship candidates
Service and Outreach
- Collaborate with community organizations, school districts, and stakeholders to address the needs of bilingual learners with disabilities.
- Serve on departmental and university committees to support the institution's mission.
Inclusivity and Diversity
- Promote inclusivity and diversity within the department and university, fostering an environment that values and respects all individuals.
Continuing Professional Development
- Stay current with emerging research, pedagogical approaches, and technologies in the field of special education.
Requirements:
Qualifications:
- A doctoral degree in special education or related field; must have 18 hours of special education at the graduate level
- Demonstrated expertise in special education, particularly in working with emergent bilingual learners with disabilities.
- Licensed as a special education teacher in the candidate's respective state
- At least three years full-time teaching experience in special education in elementary, middle or secondary school settings
- Professional identity as a Special Educator demonstrated through professional memberships, licenses, certificates, professional development, renewal activities, professional service, advocacy, and research or scholarly activity
- Experience teaching at the university level and a commitment to effective pedagogy.
- Evidence of collaborative, community-engaged work.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to mentor and advise students effectively.
- Commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated research agenda with an emphasis on special education or field-based teacher education
- Experience supervising/mentoring and coaching clinical teachers and/or professional interns
- Experience advising undergraduate and graduate students.
- Experience providing clinical supervision
- Teaching experience in urban school environments with diverse student populations
- Bilingual in second language (English-Spanish preferred)
- Grant writing experience
Additional Information:
Employment with Our Lady of the Lake University is contingent upon the applicant undergoing a background investigation.
OLLU seeks to attract, develop and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administrators. The University is committed to diversity and strongly encourages applications from women and minorities. EOE
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Application Instructions:
Application Procedure:
Interested candidates should submit the following application materials to (who is leading the committee):
1. A cover letter detailing their qualifications and interest in the position.
2. Curriculum vitae (CV).
3. A statement of teaching philosophy.
4. A statement of research interests and goals.
5. Sample publications or scholarly work (if applicable).
6. Contact information for at least three professional references.
7. Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., course evaluations).
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