Instructor - Special Education - Part-Time (Spring FY25)

Instructor - Special Education - Part-Time (Spring FY25)

38762BR

EDUC Special Education EDSP

Position Description

Contributes to the university's mission through teaching, research and service, some variation by academic unit.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral / Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution.

Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students.

As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School.

The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce.

It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

About Lubbock : Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land.

With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas.

Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities.

Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

About the College

Through investing in our student body, the College of Education promotes excellence in educator and professional preparation to meet the real-world challenges of our day.

We disseminate research focused on improving educational outcomes. We are committed to engagement with partners through mutual collaboration, innovation and improvement.

About the Department / School / Area

The Department of Special Education prepares special education leaders who ensure individuals with disabilities and their families are provided equal access to services and education.

The Department also houses two renowned research centers, The Burkhart Center for Autism Education & Research, and The Virginia Murray Sowell Center for Research and Education in Sensory Disabilities

Major / Essential Functions

Teaches face-to-face / online and / or undergraduate or graduate courses in the Department of Special Education of the College of Education.

Job assignment is dependent on the needs of the department.

Organization

Texas Tech University

Faculty Qualifications

• Doctoral Degree in Special Education
• Minimum of three years experience as a practicing Special Education professional in a K-12 school district or related education agency setting

Duty Point

TTU Lubbock, main campus and affiliated facilities

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

Job Type

Part Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.

For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu / hr / payplan.

Travel Required

Up to 50%

Grant Funded?

Job Group

Instructors

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

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