Updated: 21 days ago
Location: Brookings, SOUTH DAKOTA
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Posting Details
Posting Details
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| Institution | South Dakota State University |
| Working Title | Assistant Professor of Special Education |
| Posting Number | F01362P |
| Department | SDSU-School of Educ, Counseling & Human Dev |
| Physical Location of Position (City) | Brookings |
| Posting Text | Make an impact in undergraduate special education by joining the dynamic and growing team in the School of Education, Counseling & Human Development at South Dakota State University (SDSU) as a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Special Education. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated professional to join us with experience in special education (school or district level) to create, develop, and teach undergraduate K-12 curriculum and methods courses with a primary focus on special education instruction across all grade levels. To contribute to the SDSU strategic plan, “Pathway to Premier 2023”, the selected candidate must maintain an active research agenda, publication record, and pursue external funding in special education. They are expected to collaborate in further development of undergraduate and graduate programs in teacher education, and focus on neurodiversity, effective teaching, behavioral management, and assessment strategies to meet students’ individual needs. The Teacher Education program is CAEP accredited and offers undergraduate programming in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Special Education, Family and Consumer Sciences Education, and Agricultural Education. This position is a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track, benefit-eligible position with the opportunity for summer employment. The position is supervised by the Director of the School of Education, Counseling, and Human Development. South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant mission of access. The expected start is August of 2024. RESPONSIBILITIES:
BENEFITS: We offer a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusion and access. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities. South Dakota State University offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
APPLICATION PROCESS: SDSU accepts applications through an online employment site. To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu , search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on “apply for this job.” The system will guide you through the electronic application form. The employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, Curriculum Vitae, Research Statement (3 page maximum, attached as work sample), Teaching Statement (3 page maximum, attached as other) and reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Please contact SDSU Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 or [email protected] if you require assistance with this process. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check. South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is university policy to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14. |
| Posting Date | 01/12/2024 |
| Closing Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| First Consideration Date | 02/15/2024 |
| Advertised Salary | Commensurate with Qualifications |
| Duration of the Term | 9 months |
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| Appointment Percent | 100 |
| Tenure Status | Tenure Track |
| Proposed Rank | Assistant Professor |
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| Appointment Type | Regular |
| Scope of Search | External (includes Internal) |
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| Department Description and Cultural Expectations | South Dakota State University is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with more than 200 academic programs, an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students, and over $60 million annual research expenditures. Teacher Education programs are located in the College of Education and Human Sciences. The College houses 15 majors and 22 minors and serves roughly 2,200 students each year. Brookings is home to approximately 24,000 residents and is located 60 miles north of Sioux Falls and 200 miles west of Minneapolis. Brookings is listed as an ideal community for families, students, young professionals and retirees, and is rated among the safest and most vibrant cities in South Dakota. As the state’s 1862 Morrill Act land-grant institution, the work of South Dakota State University is carried out on its main resident campus in Brookings, at sites in Sioux Falls, Pierre, Rapid City, and Aberdeen, and through Extension offices and Agricultural Experiment Station research sites across South Dakota. Jackrabbits Athletics competes as an NCAA Division I member with membership in the Missouri Valley Football Conference, the Summit League and the Big XII for wrestling. The Brookings Public School District educates approximately 3,300 K-12 students and ranks among the state’s highest academic achieving school districts. The district includes three elementary schools, an intermediate school for fourth and fifth grade, one middle school, and a high school. Learn more about Brookings by visiting https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IT8OnH5eIgQ&feature=youtu.be . |
| Equal Employment Opportunity Statement | South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of, sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, or any other status that may become protected in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing [email protected]. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128. |
| Contact Information | For questions on the position, contact Dr. Laura Hasselquist at [email protected] or 605-688-5039. |
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