Instructor (I2, Special Education: Reading Intervention Specialist)

Temporary/Permanent: Temporary Other Conditions: This position is supported by extramural funds. Appointment to begin August 1, 2026. Renewal contingent upon satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and program needs. Selectee is required to pass a criminal background check and complete Title IX training. Duties and Responsibilities: Teach special education courses and supervise teacher candidates on all islands via a variety of delivery modes (e.g. in-person, distance); Participate in ongoing curriculum and program development activities, including program evaluations; Provide service to the department and college; Contribute to the University of Hawaii’s mission and goals; Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree in special education or in a closely related field with relevant evidence from a college or university of recognized standing. Evidence of passing the Knowledge and Practice Examination of Effective Reading Instruction (KPEERI) exam prior to the start date. Minimum of two (2) years of full-time classroom experience as a licensed special educator. Experience teaching reading to K-12 students with disabilities who are culturally and linguistically diverse learners. Demonstrated knowledge of the science of reading, including systematic and explicit literacy instruction/intervention with students with disabilities. Any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience that provides the required education, knowledge, skills, and abilities as indicated. Desirable Qualifications: Experience in culturally and linguistically sustaining pedagogy focusing on Hawaiian and Pacific Island communities Experience in educational supervision and/or mentoring. Experience designing and delivering courses in varied instructional delivery formats (e.g, hybrid/blended, fully online). Demonstrated effectiveness in working on collaborative teams (or working collaboratively with other professionals). Experience with inclusive education of students with disabilities. Experience teaching non-traditional university students from varied backgrounds. Knowledge and experience of Structured Literacy instruction. Knowledge and experience with tiered literacy intervention (reading or writing) within a multi-tiered system of support. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Hawai‘i