"Instructor of Special Education"

Job Description

Posting Number: F001404P
Advertising Pay Range: $60,000 annually or higher commensurate with education and experience
Location: Moscow
Primary Division/College: College of Education, Health & Human Sciences
Primary Unit: Department of Curriculum & Instruction
Employee Category: Faculty
Classification Group Title: Instructor Faculty
Position Control Number: 7900
FTE: 1.00
Contract Basis: Academic Year
Anticipated Contract Start Date: 08/18/2026
FLSA Status: Exempt
Tenure Tracking: Non-Tenure Track
Rank: Instructor

Position Summary:

The Department of Curriculum & Instruction in the College of Education, Health and Human Sciences at the University of Idaho seeks applications for an Instructor in Special Education. This is a non-tenure track, academic year appointment. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and/or graduate special education courses and collaborate with faculty, students, and K–12 partners. The position requires teaching a minimum of 12 credits per semester (fall & spring), participation in recruitment and departmental activities, and representing the program at professional, university, and community events.

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in special education
• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement in special education programs
• Support programming to deliver grant-funded projects
• Collaborate with faculty, schools, and community partners to support special education initiatives
• Supervise teacher candidates during student teaching internship
• Participate in departmental meetings, recruitment events, and program outreach
• Represent the university in professional and community contexts

Unit/Department Summary: https://www.uidaho.edu/education-health-human-sciences/academics/curriculum-instruction

Teaching & Advising: 85
Scholarship & Creative Activity: 0
Outreach & Extension: 10
University Service & Leadership: 5

Minimum Education/Degree Required:

Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.

Required Qualifications:

• Earned master’s degree in special education or closely related field
• Minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching experience with students with disabilities in the K-16 setting
• Demonstrated experience of research-based instructional and behavioral practices for students with disabilities.
• Experience in interpersonal communication with higher education colleagues and K-12 school personnel.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree (EdS, EdD, or PhD) in special education or closely related field
• Endorsement(s) in special education recognized by the State of Idaho or equivalent state licensure
• Expertise in learning disabilities, Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and differentiated instruction
• Record of building collaborative partnerships with schools, districts, and community organizations.

Posting Date: 01/12/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by 1/26/26 will receive first consideration.

Background Check Statement: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/50522

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.