Job Details

Instructional Faculty, Special Education

Recruitment #: F2542

Review Date: Open | Open until filled

Department: Division of Education and Leadership

Salary Rate: Commensurate with experience and qualifications CBA

About Western Oregon University:

Western Oregon University is a regional public, mid-sized university – committed to changing lives, strengthening communities and transforming our world. Located in Monmouth, the heart of Oregon’s lush Willamette Valley, WOU is about 20 minutes from Salem, the state’s capital and about 75 minutes from Portland, the state’s cultural hub.

Western is one of Oregon’s oldest public institutions of higher education and was incorporated into the state system as a teacher training institution in 1882. The university offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in arts and sciences, education and professional areas. It’s known for small class sizes, a focus on sustainability and a diverse liberal arts education in a student-centered environment. Western is a Hispanic Serving institution, with over 40% of undergraduates being students of color.

Position Summary:

Western Oregon University invites applications for a full-time Instructional Faculty position in the Special Education program in the Division of Education and Leadership, which is housed in the College of Education.

In addition to supporting the program curriculum, the position may involve coursework that supports the goals and outcomes of the WOU General Education Program and/or Honors Program. Instructional Faculty might also be assigned advisees and participate in other service activities that contribute to the department, division, institution, and greater community as prescribed in the WOUFT/WOU Collective Bargaining Agreement. Position holders will be expected to actively participate in departmental governance.

This position is open only to individuals who currently reside in the State of Oregon.

Click here for the complete position description which includes knowledge areas and preferred qualifications.

Required Qualifications:

Please ensure your application materials clearly demonstrate how you meet the following:

• Master’s degree in Special Education or related field
• Oregon Special Education License or eligibility to obtain
• 1-2 years of college-level teaching experience at the undergraduate and/or master’s level
• Teamwork/Collaboration: teamwork skills involve keeping group objectives in mind, and integrating individual responsibilities with all team members, in a supportive and positive, process to achieve mission objectives
• Interpersonal skills: interpersonal skills involve building relationships and communicating well with others to develop positive working relationships

How to Apply:

Please upload the following required materials within the application portal. Questions may be directed to employment@wou.edu

Applications missing any of the required documents will not move forward for consideration. Please include only the materials listed below:

1. WOU Employment Application form available here - unclassified/faculty
2. Cover Letter that outlines your qualifications and how they align with the position
3. Resume/CV
4. Unofficial transcripts for your highest degree earned
5. Complete and submit the Reference Check form, available here along with your application