New River Community College
Assistant Professor of Special Education (Tenure Track), F0032A
New River Community College, Norfolk, Virginia, United States, 23500
Overview
The Old Dominion University Department of Human Movement Studies and Special Education invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor in Special Education (tenure-track position) to start in
Fall, 2026 . This is part of a
Cluster Hire
focusing on the interdisciplinary area of community health and resilience, specifically addressing the needs of people with disabilities and other socially vulnerable populations. The program emphasizes building healthy and resilient communities that meet the needs of individuals with disabilities and their families, requiring skills and knowledge in education, communication, and health-care needs. Early childhood special education and PK-12 settings that promote resilience help mitigate potential negative outcomes related to hazards, disasters, and other stressors.
Position and Duties The Special Education program offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs, including teacher licensure and a Ph.D. program. Job responsibilities encompass teaching, research, and service. The successful candidate will teach special education courses at the undergraduate, graduate, and/or doctoral level using a variety of delivery options (on-campus, synchronous web-conferencing, synchronous and asynchronous online). The role includes engagement in scholarly research and writing, pursuit of external funding, and participation in service activities supporting the University, community, and profession. The candidate should demonstrate a commitment to inclusivity and participation in program decision-making.
Position Details Position Type:
Full-Time
Location:
Norfolk, VA
Job Open Date:
09/12/2025
Application Review Date:
10/15/2025
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Minimum Qualifications
A doctoral degree in Special Education or a closely related field; ABD candidates with expected completion by
July 15, 2026
will also be considered.
A doctoral degree in Special Education or a closely related field (ABD with a completion date prior to July 15, 2026 considered).
Evidence of scholarly productivity and expertise in interdisciplinary work bridging school, community public service, and health care support for children with disabilities.
Teaching experience in Early Childhood Special Education and/or PK-12 settings with diverse cultural, linguistic, and ethnic groups, including settings that serve students with and without disabilities.
Strong verbal, written, and technology skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Record of peer-reviewed publications in recognized journals and a record of grant procurement.
University teaching experience in special education, including online instruction and effective integration of technology in the instructional process.
Research interest on the role of PreK-12 students with disabilities and their families in maintaining healthy and resilient communities.
Conditions of Employment Employment is conditional upon the successful completion and review of a criminal background check.
Application Instructions Interested applicants should submit materials to
https://jobs.odu.edu/postings/24035
including:
A letter of application.
A curriculum vitae.
Samples of scholarly work.
Unofficial graduate transcripts.
The names and contact information for three professional references.
Review of applicants will begin
October 15, 2025
and the position will remain open until filled. For more information, contact Dr. Jonna Bobzien at
jbobzien@odu.edu">jbobzien@odu.edu .
Other Details Telework Friendly:
No
Reasonable Accommodation Request: If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at (757) 683-3141.
Pay Transparency and Nondiscrimination provisions are in effect as required by the employer and law.
About the College and Department College:
http://www.odu.edu/eps
Department:
http://www.odu.edu/hms
Required and Optional Applicant Information
* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
The Chronicle of Higher Education (website or print)
Higheredjobs.com
DiverseJobs.com
InsightIntoDiversity.com
Jobs.Virginia.gov
Old Dominion University website
Virginia Pilot (website or print)
Richmond Times Dispatch (website or print)
Academic Keys
Other
If you selected "Other," how did you hear about this employment opportunity?
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents Required Documents
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Curriculum Vitae
Writing Sample 1
Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
Contact Information for Professional References
Optional Documents
Writing Sample 2
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Fall, 2026 . This is part of a
Cluster Hire
focusing on the interdisciplinary area of community health and resilience, specifically addressing the needs of people with disabilities and other socially vulnerable populations. The program emphasizes building healthy and resilient communities that meet the needs of individuals with disabilities and their families, requiring skills and knowledge in education, communication, and health-care needs. Early childhood special education and PK-12 settings that promote resilience help mitigate potential negative outcomes related to hazards, disasters, and other stressors.
Position and Duties The Special Education program offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs, including teacher licensure and a Ph.D. program. Job responsibilities encompass teaching, research, and service. The successful candidate will teach special education courses at the undergraduate, graduate, and/or doctoral level using a variety of delivery options (on-campus, synchronous web-conferencing, synchronous and asynchronous online). The role includes engagement in scholarly research and writing, pursuit of external funding, and participation in service activities supporting the University, community, and profession. The candidate should demonstrate a commitment to inclusivity and participation in program decision-making.
Position Details Position Type:
Full-Time
Location:
Norfolk, VA
Job Open Date:
09/12/2025
Application Review Date:
10/15/2025
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Minimum Qualifications
A doctoral degree in Special Education or a closely related field; ABD candidates with expected completion by
July 15, 2026
will also be considered.
A doctoral degree in Special Education or a closely related field (ABD with a completion date prior to July 15, 2026 considered).
Evidence of scholarly productivity and expertise in interdisciplinary work bridging school, community public service, and health care support for children with disabilities.
Teaching experience in Early Childhood Special Education and/or PK-12 settings with diverse cultural, linguistic, and ethnic groups, including settings that serve students with and without disabilities.
Strong verbal, written, and technology skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Record of peer-reviewed publications in recognized journals and a record of grant procurement.
University teaching experience in special education, including online instruction and effective integration of technology in the instructional process.
Research interest on the role of PreK-12 students with disabilities and their families in maintaining healthy and resilient communities.
Conditions of Employment Employment is conditional upon the successful completion and review of a criminal background check.
Application Instructions Interested applicants should submit materials to
https://jobs.odu.edu/postings/24035
including:
A letter of application.
A curriculum vitae.
Samples of scholarly work.
Unofficial graduate transcripts.
The names and contact information for three professional references.
Review of applicants will begin
October 15, 2025
and the position will remain open until filled. For more information, contact Dr. Jonna Bobzien at
jbobzien@odu.edu">jbobzien@odu.edu .
Other Details Telework Friendly:
No
Reasonable Accommodation Request: If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at (757) 683-3141.
Pay Transparency and Nondiscrimination provisions are in effect as required by the employer and law.
About the College and Department College:
http://www.odu.edu/eps
Department:
http://www.odu.edu/hms
Required and Optional Applicant Information
* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
The Chronicle of Higher Education (website or print)
Higheredjobs.com
DiverseJobs.com
InsightIntoDiversity.com
Jobs.Virginia.gov
Old Dominion University website
Virginia Pilot (website or print)
Richmond Times Dispatch (website or print)
Academic Keys
Other
If you selected "Other," how did you hear about this employment opportunity?
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents Required Documents
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Curriculum Vitae
Writing Sample 1
Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
Contact Information for Professional References
Optional Documents
Writing Sample 2
#J-18808-Ljbffr