"Special Education Adjunct Pool"

Job Summary

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania enrolls approximately 7,500 students across its graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in a charming rural setting in Kutztown, Pennsylvania, the University is just a 20-minute drive from the metropolitan areas of Allentown/Bethlehem and Reading, and about an hour from the Philadelphia metropolitan area. The University seeks to hire employees with experience working with diverse populations.

The Department of Special Education at Kutztown University invites applications for our temporary, adjunct pool. Identified undergraduate course sections could be day or evening. Responsibilities include teaching on-campus undergraduate special education courses and supervising student teachers during the school day. In accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, performance review and evaluation of faculty is based on effective teaching and fulfillment of professional responsibilities; continuing scholarly growth and professional development; and service.

Minimum Qualifications

Requirements for the position include a master’s degree (or higher) in special education or a related field of study from an accredited university; at least three years of special education teaching experience in a K-12 setting; and evidence of knowledge and skill in working effectively with children with exceptionalities.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include a doctorate and at least one year of college-level teaching experience or equivalent. Experience in the supervision of pre-service teachers is also preferred.

Supplemental Information

Applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be certified to be placed in our part-time adjunct faculty pool and will remain in the pool while the pool is active. As need arises, applicants in the pool will be considered and contacted for an interview.

As part of the application, candidates must upload the following material to NeoEd: A letter of interest, CV, unofficial graduate and undergraduate transcripts (official transcripts are required prior to on-campus interview), and three letters of recommendation are required. A complete packet of materials must be received before the committee can review the application. For any questions or concerns, please contact Dr. Christopher Bloh, Special Education Department Search Chairperson (bloh@kutztown.edu).

Review of applications will close on November 1, 2025. Successful interviews, reference checks, background clearances (PA Criminal, Child Abuse Clearance & FBI Clearance), and demonstration of ability are requisite qualifications for all positions. The University is very interested in hiring employees who have had extensive experience with diverse populations.