Eleanor and Charles Garrett Endowed Chair for Special Education - Assistant/Associate Professor/Professor of Special Education
Apply NowCompany: Sam Houston State University
Location: Huntsville, TX 77320
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Posting Details
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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Position Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Position Title
Eleanor and Charles Garrett Endowed Chair for Special Education - Assistant/Associate Professor/Professor of Special Education
Requisition
202400090F
Rank
Assistant, Associate or Full Professor
FLSA status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience.
Position Category
Position Type
Full-Time Tenure Track
College
College of Education
Department
School of Teaching & Learning
Open Date
06/20/2024
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/39526
Refer Applicants To
Contact Name
Dr. Kristina Vargo
Title
Associate Professor
Sam Houston State University
School of Teaching and Learning Box 2119
Huntsville, Texas 77340-2119
Contact Phone
Contact Email
kkv003@shsu.edu
Position Details
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job
The College of Education and School of Teaching and Learning at Sam Houston State University invites applications to the Eleanor and Charles Garrett Endowed Chair for Special Education position. We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic individual who can inspire and mentor future and current educators. The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in special education research, teaching, and service. The ideal candidate will have the desire and ability to contribute to new and existing programs. This position can begin Spring 2025 or Fall 2025.
Educational Requirements for the Position
Ph.D/Ed.D in Special Education or related field.
Experience Required for the Position
The candidate must have a record of scholarly achievement that merits appointment as an associate or full professor, such as evidence of publishing peer-reviewed articles in special education or a related field. The candidate must have a minimum of three years prior experience working with and supporting individuals with disabilities and/or experience teaching in special education. The candidate must have experience in university teaching and serving in leadership roles in higher education, such as department chair, program coordination, or other similar experiences. Expertise and experience from all areas of special education are encouraged to apply.
Other Requirements for the Position
Preferred qualifications include:
Established record of mentoring students and faculty;
Experience developing and teaching a variety of Special Education courses across modalities;
Evidence of service to departmental, college, and university committees;
Leadership in professional organizations at local and national/international levels;
Evidence of purposeful university outreach and fostering productive relationships with local community members and organizations;
Record of scholarly productivity and evidence of established research agenda;
Record of securing external funding; and
Demonstrated record of teaching excellence at the university level.
Special Instructions Summary
The special education program offers undergraduate courses and two master's degrees, Master of Education in Special Education and Master of Arts in Special Education. The Department offers a doctoral degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a Special Education track. The School of Teaching and Learning offers courses on the main campus, at The Woodlands Center, and online.
Sam Houston State University is a doctoral university-high research activity institution (R2 Carnegie Classification). With more than 21,000 students, the University is also a Carnegie "Community Engaged" campus and actively embodies its motto, "The measure of a life is its service." The SHSU main campus is located in Huntsville, Texas, a beautiful community nestled next to the Sam Houston National Forest, and is conveniently located just north of The Woodlands, an award-winning master planned community, and less than an hour from the heart of downtown Houston.
Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
Come and join the Bearkat community!
Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Position Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Position Title
Eleanor and Charles Garrett Endowed Chair for Special Education - Assistant/Associate Professor/Professor of Special Education
Requisition
202400090F
Rank
Assistant, Associate or Full Professor
FLSA status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
Commensurate with education and experience.
Position Category
Position Type
Full-Time Tenure Track
College
College of Education
Department
School of Teaching & Learning
Open Date
06/20/2024
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/39526
Refer Applicants To
Contact Name
Dr. Kristina Vargo
Title
Associate Professor
Sam Houston State University
School of Teaching and Learning Box 2119
Huntsville, Texas 77340-2119
Contact Phone
Contact Email
kkv003@shsu.edu
Position Details
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job
The College of Education and School of Teaching and Learning at Sam Houston State University invites applications to the Eleanor and Charles Garrett Endowed Chair for Special Education position. We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic individual who can inspire and mentor future and current educators. The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in special education research, teaching, and service. The ideal candidate will have the desire and ability to contribute to new and existing programs. This position can begin Spring 2025 or Fall 2025.
Educational Requirements for the Position
Ph.D/Ed.D in Special Education or related field.
Experience Required for the Position
The candidate must have a record of scholarly achievement that merits appointment as an associate or full professor, such as evidence of publishing peer-reviewed articles in special education or a related field. The candidate must have a minimum of three years prior experience working with and supporting individuals with disabilities and/or experience teaching in special education. The candidate must have experience in university teaching and serving in leadership roles in higher education, such as department chair, program coordination, or other similar experiences. Expertise and experience from all areas of special education are encouraged to apply.
Other Requirements for the Position
Preferred qualifications include:
Established record of mentoring students and faculty;
Experience developing and teaching a variety of Special Education courses across modalities;
Evidence of service to departmental, college, and university committees;
Leadership in professional organizations at local and national/international levels;
Evidence of purposeful university outreach and fostering productive relationships with local community members and organizations;
Record of scholarly productivity and evidence of established research agenda;
Record of securing external funding; and
Demonstrated record of teaching excellence at the university level.
Special Instructions Summary
The special education program offers undergraduate courses and two master's degrees, Master of Education in Special Education and Master of Arts in Special Education. The Department offers a doctoral degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a Special Education track. The School of Teaching and Learning offers courses on the main campus, at The Woodlands Center, and online.
Sam Houston State University is a doctoral university-high research activity institution (R2 Carnegie Classification). With more than 21,000 students, the University is also a Carnegie "Community Engaged" campus and actively embodies its motto, "The measure of a life is its service." The SHSU main campus is located in Huntsville, Texas, a beautiful community nestled next to the Sam Houston National Forest, and is conveniently located just north of The Woodlands, an award-winning master planned community, and less than an hour from the heart of downtown Houston.
Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report