Instructor of Special Education

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, provide instructional and programmatic support for the Vandal QUEST program (post-secondary transition program for students with disabilities), and collaborate with faculty, students, and K-12 partners. The position requires teaching a minimum of 7 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
• Develop instructional and programmatic activities for students enrolled in the Vandal QUEST program
• Supervise the Vandal QUEST instructional assistant
• Coordinate and supervise practicum and related experiences that connect traditionally enrolled peers with Vandal QUEST students.
• 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