Assistant Professor, Special Education
Molloy University
Rockville Centre, NY
Full-time
Education
Posted on May 20, 2024
Molloy University, an independent Catholic institution based in Rockville Centre, NY, was founded in 1955. The University serves a student population of approximately 4,500 undergraduate and graduate students. Molloy students can earn degrees in a variety of outstanding academic programs, including nursing, business, education, social work, music therapy and many more.
The Education Program of Molloy University provides a value-centered experience that embraces intellectual, ethical, spiritual and social development in an environment where academic freedom, a spirit of inquiry and respect for each individual's worth and dignity prevail. The School of Education at Molloy University is committed to the preparation of outstanding teaching professionals with the dispositions, skills and knowledge required to meet the needs of all students they have the privilege to teach. It is the responsibility and goal of the faculty to guide students through pedagogically valid and intensely challenging learning and service experiences that empower teacher candidates to serve as leaders in schools and communities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to design and deliver high quality courses for students with diverse learning needs
- Teach and facilitate learning activities in a blended learning environment
- Teach and advise students in their program progression
- Keep current in theory and practice related to program content
- Attend all School and University faculty meetings, serve on Program, School and University-wide committees, and participate in accreditation activities
- Engage in active research projects with colleague and teacher candidates
- Participate in outreach projects with partnership districts
- Ed.D. or Ph.D. Education with a concentration in Special Education
- A depth and breadth of knowledge of teaching students with diverse needs
- Evidence of research and scholarly publication
- Evidence of successfully using technology to teach undergraduate and graduate online/blended courses for a minimum of two years
- Excellent communication skills with both faculty and teacher candidates
- Evidence of knowledge, skills, and expertise in Special Education
- Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative environment
When determining the salary offer for a new employee, Molloy considers several key characteristics such as job knowledge, skills, and experience as well as internal and external equity. The hiring salary range for this position is $75,000 to $85,000. This hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of compensation at the time of posting.
As part of its total compensation package, Molloy University offers an extensive range of benefits and programs for its employees including excellent health and dental insurance options, retirement and tuition benefits. For further information, please visit Benefits | Molloy University.
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants should submit the following materials with their application:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae, with a list of three professional references
- Teaching Statement
- Research Statement
- Diversity Statement that addresses how you may contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Molloy University Main Campus Rockville Centre, NY and other Molloy University locations.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Women, minorities, persons with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Molloy University does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, or military status; in its administration of educational policies, programs or activities; its admissions policies; or in employment practices. Molloy University takes its responsibility seriously to establish an environment in which the dignity and worth of all members of the institutional community are respected. In its effort to provide an optimal learning environment the University seeks the appointment of persons who are highly qualified and whose background is appropriate to fill each vacancy. It is University policy to recruit, employ, retain, and promote employees without discrimination regarding sex, race, color, creed, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, national or ethnic origin or physical disability.
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