Visiting Assistant Professor – Special Education/Elementary Education

Visiting Assistant Professor – Special Education/Elementary Education

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Visiting Assistant Professor – Special Education/Elementary Education.

Position DetailsLocation Hattiesburg

118 College Drive

Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001

United States DivisionCurriculum and InstructionPosition TypeFacultyEmployment StatusFull TimeGrant FundedNo Pay GradeGeneric Grade

Posting Close DateOpen Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

Review of applications will begin Wednesday, April 1, 2025, and will continue until the positions are filled. Inquiries about the position can be directed to Dr. Jay Howell. A completed application will include 1) a cover letter describing applicant strengths and qualifications for the position, 2) a CV, 3) the names and contact information of three individuals who can provide a recommendation, and 4) academic transcripts (official transcripts are preferred and are necessary for hire). Application materials can be uploaded to the HR site found here: https://jobs.usm.edu. The University of Southern Mississippi is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages all to apply.

Job Summary

The School of Education at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) invites applicants for a one-year, full-time, non-tenure track Visiting Assistant Professor position beginning in August 2025 with requirements to be physically present on the Hattiesburg and/or Gulf Coast campuses. The faculty currently provide training primarily for working with students with high incidence disabilities. We are especially interested in candidates whose experience includes bridging research and practice in Special Education as well as in P-12 elementary education, literacy and/or mathematics education. We aim to recruit applicants with a background in Special Education who can contribute to the Special Education Master’s program but also to the school’s Elementary Education Bachelor’s and Master’s programs. Program delivery includes face-to-face, online, and hybrid formats.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities 

1. Teaching and mentoring students.
2. Supervising special education and/or elementary clinical experiences.
3. Demonstrating an understanding of cultural competence.
4. Contributing to the mission of the School and profession through service activities.
5. Collaborating with colleagues on program development and enhancement.
6. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

• Advanced degree in Special Education or closely related field (by August 2025).
• Two (2) or more years of full-time teaching experience with standards-based curriculum in a P-12 classroom.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, allowing for effective and timely engagement.
• Ability to collaborate with teams in multiple settings.
• Experience with online learning platforms.
• Experience setting clear performance expectations and provision of meaningful feedback.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include:

• An earned doctoral degree.
• Experience with both special education and elementary education.
• Experience leading others in implementing evidence-based instructional practices in P-12 settings.
• Experience working with students with low incidence disabilities.
• Experience incorporating technology in instruction and assessment.

About The University of Southern Mississippi

Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation’s leading research institutions.

Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.

We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu. 

As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.

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