Senior Lecturer - Columbus, OH

Position Overview · This Senior Lecturer (12-month) position will entail teaching the equivalent of 10 3-credit special education courses per academic year, although the number of courses taught may be reduced in some semesters depending on advising, supervision, and administrati ...

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Position Overview

This Senior Lecturer (12-month) position will entail teaching the equivalent of 10 3-credit special education courses per academic year, although the number of courses taught may be reduced in some semesters depending on advising, supervision, and administrative work. Teaching responsibilities will involve undergraduate courses for preservice special education teachers. Responsibilities will include maintaining or modifying course content in Canvas, providing timely feedback and grades on student assignments, holding weekly office hours, communicating with and supporting students, and monitoring student progress to identify those falling behind. Teaching assignments will also include supervision of students in fieldwork. Teaching assignments may also involve distance or online courses and curriculum development as needed. Administrative responsibilities will focus on spearheading compliance and accreditation activities related to teaching licensure, coordination of field placements and student teaching, training and overseeing staff who supervise fieldwork and student teaching placements, coordinating with the Office of Accreditation, Placement, and Licensure (APL) to ensure that students meet program requirements and competencies at appropriate fieldwork placements, and serving as the first point of contact for student in undergraduate teacher preparation programs in special education. The individual will attend program and department faculty meetings and engage in ongoing professional development. Other duties as assigned.

The university will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position

Performance Objectives

The individual in the Senior Lecturer position in Special Education is expected to:

• achieve excellence in teaching and supervision
• ensure that the program meets compliance and accreditation standards related to undergraduate teacher preparation in special education
• consistently attend and contribute to program and department faculty meetings
• consistently engage in ongoing professional development

Education and Experience Requirements

Required: PhD or Masters Degree in Special Education Completed by Date of Hire, at least 3 years of experience as a special education teacher

Desired: PhD Completed by Date of Hire, at least 5 years of experience as a special education teacher, familiarity with accreditation standards for teacher preparation programs, experience supervising teachers/teacher candidates, college teaching and curriculum development experience, administrative/leadership experience, expertise in the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) high-leverage practices.

Additional Information

The offer for this position will be based on internal equity and the candidate's qualifications.

Ohio State provides access to a depth and breadth of opportunities and resources. Starting your first day, Ohio State offers you a comprehensive benefits package.

How to Apply

To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday [insert link to posting for advertisements]. Application materials must include {remove any that are not applicable}:

Application closes MM/DD/YYYY

Required:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vita (CV)
• Statement of Teaching and Mentoring Philosophy

The College

The College of Education and Human Ecology at The Ohio State University is one of the best places to learn and embrace the human experience. We are known for developing Ohio's best educators, researchers, policymakers, exercise scientists, biomedical nutrition researchers, dietitians, financial advisors, event coordinators and other experts who improve society. The US News and World Report college ranking is No. 18 among 376 public and private universities granting doctoral degrees in education, tied with the University of California-Berkeley. The college ranks No. 10 among public universities. For more information, please visit

Department Information

The Department of Educational Studies is a multi-disciplinary department, offering both undergraduate and graduate programs. The department offers graduate programs in Special Education, Educational Administration, School Psychology, Educational Psychology, Counselor Education, Workforce Development, Learning Technologies, Educational History & Philosophy, Educational Policy, Higher Education & Student Affairs, and Quantitative Research, Evaluation, and Methodology. The department also offers undergraduate licensure programs in Special Education, Business Education, and Family/Consumer Sciences. Our School Psychology program is accredited by APA and NASP, and our Counselor Education program is accredited by CACREP. Our undergraduate programs have CAEP accreditation and our applied behavior analysis program in special education is accredited by ABAI. We also offer accelerated licensure programs for prospective principals and superintendents. More than half of our graduate programs are nationally ranked by U.S. News and World Report. The department also houses the Walter E. Dennis Learning Center ), which provides academic support for thousands of students each year. The overall department structure provides close relationships among all program areas and offers numerous opportunities for faculty members to collaborate on both research and teaching with many areas throughout the entire Ohio State University academic community. For more information please visit

The University

Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America's leading academic health centers. Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.

Grounded in Ohio State University's Shared Values, our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.

Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.

The Ohio State University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting, supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established central resources to focus on offering support to new and prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual career partner consultation, potential employer and/or employment opportunity identification, consultation and resources related to relocation, as well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and consultation are available. More information about dual career and faculty recruitment can be found here.

In addition to being responsive to dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio State is a member of the Michigan, Ohio, Western Pennsylvania & West Virginia HERC.

Located in Ohio's capital city, Ohio State's Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and vibrant metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities, excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service, transportation, and technology industries. Additional information about the Columbus area is available here. Beyond its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four regional campuses including Ohio State Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in addition to the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES) Wooster Campus, which houses Ohio State ATI.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. Additionally, there may be further requirements specific to the college or unit, which could include drug and health screenings, as well as faculty misconduct checks depending on the rank of the position.

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