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Chair in Special Education

Confidential, Laramie, Wyoming, United States, 82070

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Chair in Special Education

About the Company

Nationally recognized educational & research institution

Industry Higher Education

Type Educational Institution

Founded 1886

Employees 1001-5000

Categories

Admissions Apply University of Wyoming University of Wyoming Transfer University of Wyoming Tuition Uw Uwyo Www.uwyo.edu Wyoming University Education

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Chair in Special Education, a full professor with a strong background in and commitment to the field. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the College of Education's undergraduate and graduate programs in special education, with a focus on preparing highly qualified educators to serve K-12 students with diverse needs. This role requires a dynamic, collaborative, and creative scholar with a history of successful extramural funding, solid leadership skills, and a strong scholarship record. The Chair will be expected to engage in teaching, research, and service, and to work closely with local school districts to ensure the provision of effective services to students with disabilities.

Applicants for the Chair in Special Education at the company should have an earned Ph.D. or Ed.D. in special education or a related field, with a preference for those with experience in K-12 special education settings. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of innovative teaching, academic scholarship, and engaging in professional development. They must be committed to inclusive teaching practices, willing to travel across the state for outreach activities, and have a valid driver's license. The position demands a scholar who is invested in forging multi-disciplinary partnerships and is dedicated to the mission of the College of Education in connecting research to practice and informing policy and action.

Hiring Manager Title Dean of the College of Education

Travel Percent Less than 10%

Functions

Education/Academic Administration