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Assistant Professor Special Education Adapted Curriculum
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Overview
Posting Number F2487P Working Title: Assistant Professor Special Education Adapted Curriculum Department: COE-Comm Sciences & Special Ed About The University Of Georgia: Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students, including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine. About The College/Unit/Department: The Mary Frances Early College of Education (MFE COE) is the fourth largest public college of education in the country and the third largest college at UGA. It emphasizes graduate education and interdisciplinary collaboration. The Department of Communication Sciences and Special Education at UGA includes 32 full-time faculty members and offers B.S.Ed., M.S., M.A.T., M.Ed., Ed.S., and Ph.D. degree programs with concentrations in Special Education (Adapted, General, Birth through Kindergarten), Communication Sciences and Disorders, American Sign Language, and Applied Behavior Analysis. More information about the Department can be found at the following website: https://coe.uga.edu/directory/communication-sciences-and-special-education/ Athens is known for its music, art, and food, with accessibility to the Atlanta area. College/Unit/Department Website: https://coe.uga.edu/directory/communication-sciences-and-special-education/ Posting Type: External Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP Employment Type: Employee Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible Underutilization: None Anticipated Start Date: 08/01/2026 Job Posting Date: 09/19/2025 Open Until Filled: Yes Location of Vacancy: Athens Area EEO Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). USG Core Values Statement: The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. Classification Title: Assistant Professor Faculty Rank: Assistant Professor Contract Type: Academic (9 mo.) Tenure Status: Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications: An earned doctorate (Ph.D. or equivalent) in special education or a related field by the start date. Position Summary: The Department of Communication Sciences and Special Education at the University of Georgia invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the assistant professor rank in the area of Special Education Adapted Curriculum to begin August 1, 2026. The Department seeks to hire a motivated faculty member with research and teaching interests broadly positioned within special education for students with moderate to severe disabilities, including but not limited to secondary-aged students, post-secondary transition, and/or adapting general education curriculum. Additional Requirements: Evidence of high-quality research or evidence of potential to do so. Demonstrated ability to secure external funding or evidence of potential to do so. Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, And/or Certification: Experience teaching at least one special education course at the undergraduate and graduate level. Three years of P-12 teaching, or equivalent experience. Specialization in one or more of the following areas: secondary-aged students with moderate to severe disabilities, post-secondary transition, or adapting general education curriculum. Is this a Position of Trust?: Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?: No Does this position require a P-Card?: No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?: No Is driving a responsibility of this position?: No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: Yes Does This Position Have Security Access (e.g., Public Safety, IT Security, Personnel Records, Patient Records, Or Access To Chemicals And Medications): Yes Credit And P-Card Policy: Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website. Background Investigation Policy: Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website. Duties/Responsibilities: Establish a high-quality, coherent line of research, including publishing peer-reviewed scholarly articles in highly regarded journals. Seek external funding for research projects and/or educational programs. Teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses in the candidate’s area of expertise. Advise graduate students and direct thesis and dissertation research. Support the special education program through ongoing service. Serve the institution and profession. Percentage Of Time: 100 Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: An earned doctorate (Ph.D. or equivalent) in special education or a related field by the start date. Three years of P-12 teaching, or equivalent experience. Experience teaching at least one special education course at the undergraduate and graduate level. Specialization in one or more of the following areas: secondary-aged students with moderate to severe disabilities, post-secondary transition, or adapting general education curriculum. Other Details
Is this a Position of Trust?: Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?: No Does this position require a P-Card?: No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: Yes Security Access: Yes
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Posting Number F2487P Working Title: Assistant Professor Special Education Adapted Curriculum Department: COE-Comm Sciences & Special Ed About The University Of Georgia: Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students, including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine. About The College/Unit/Department: The Mary Frances Early College of Education (MFE COE) is the fourth largest public college of education in the country and the third largest college at UGA. It emphasizes graduate education and interdisciplinary collaboration. The Department of Communication Sciences and Special Education at UGA includes 32 full-time faculty members and offers B.S.Ed., M.S., M.A.T., M.Ed., Ed.S., and Ph.D. degree programs with concentrations in Special Education (Adapted, General, Birth through Kindergarten), Communication Sciences and Disorders, American Sign Language, and Applied Behavior Analysis. More information about the Department can be found at the following website: https://coe.uga.edu/directory/communication-sciences-and-special-education/ Athens is known for its music, art, and food, with accessibility to the Atlanta area. College/Unit/Department Website: https://coe.uga.edu/directory/communication-sciences-and-special-education/ Posting Type: External Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP Employment Type: Employee Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible Underutilization: None Anticipated Start Date: 08/01/2026 Job Posting Date: 09/19/2025 Open Until Filled: Yes Location of Vacancy: Athens Area EEO Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). USG Core Values Statement: The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. Classification Title: Assistant Professor Faculty Rank: Assistant Professor Contract Type: Academic (9 mo.) Tenure Status: Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications: An earned doctorate (Ph.D. or equivalent) in special education or a related field by the start date. Position Summary: The Department of Communication Sciences and Special Education at the University of Georgia invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the assistant professor rank in the area of Special Education Adapted Curriculum to begin August 1, 2026. The Department seeks to hire a motivated faculty member with research and teaching interests broadly positioned within special education for students with moderate to severe disabilities, including but not limited to secondary-aged students, post-secondary transition, and/or adapting general education curriculum. Additional Requirements: Evidence of high-quality research or evidence of potential to do so. Demonstrated ability to secure external funding or evidence of potential to do so. Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, And/or Certification: Experience teaching at least one special education course at the undergraduate and graduate level. Three years of P-12 teaching, or equivalent experience. Specialization in one or more of the following areas: secondary-aged students with moderate to severe disabilities, post-secondary transition, or adapting general education curriculum. Is this a Position of Trust?: Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?: No Does this position require a P-Card?: No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?: No Is driving a responsibility of this position?: No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: Yes Does This Position Have Security Access (e.g., Public Safety, IT Security, Personnel Records, Patient Records, Or Access To Chemicals And Medications): Yes Credit And P-Card Policy: Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website. Background Investigation Policy: Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website. Duties/Responsibilities: Establish a high-quality, coherent line of research, including publishing peer-reviewed scholarly articles in highly regarded journals. Seek external funding for research projects and/or educational programs. Teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses in the candidate’s area of expertise. Advise graduate students and direct thesis and dissertation research. Support the special education program through ongoing service. Serve the institution and profession. Percentage Of Time: 100 Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: An earned doctorate (Ph.D. or equivalent) in special education or a related field by the start date. Three years of P-12 teaching, or equivalent experience. Experience teaching at least one special education course at the undergraduate and graduate level. Specialization in one or more of the following areas: secondary-aged students with moderate to severe disabilities, post-secondary transition, or adapting general education curriculum. Other Details
Is this a Position of Trust?: Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?: No Does this position require a P-Card?: No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: Yes Security Access: Yes
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