Adjunct Faculty - Education

Job Description:

Emmanuel College invites applications to the Department of Education for an adjunct to teach two related undergraduate courses in SP27: Teaching students with disabilities for general education practitioners (meets weekly Tuesday night 4:30-7:30) and Moderate Disabilities Internship and Seminar (meets every other Wednesday night from 4:15-7:15). The combination of the two courses supports students in seeking an additional license in Moderate disabilities PreK-8, 5-12 to their initial license. Students can also take the Tuesday night course separately as an Education elective.

Responsibilities include:

• Preparing for and teaching in person classes (see time frames above)
• Holding student hours
• Preparing and grading assignments, lesson plans, and projects

Teaching Students with disabilities for general education practitioners

Course objectives:

1. To recognize each of thirteen disability categories identified by IDEA-2004; demonstrate knowledge of the characteristics of each disability, issues of definition, causation and prevalence, and validated school- based practices. (Competencies: 1, 3, 5, 6)

2. To identify the essential provisions of IDEA-04, MA Special Ed. Regulations, the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and their implied responsibilities for general educators. (Competencies: 1, 3, 5, 7)

3. To demonstrate an understanding of racial, cultural and linguistic diversity in the education of students with special needs. (Competencies: 1, 5, 6)

4. To describe the use of technology to support the inclusion of students with disabilities in school. (Competencies: 3, 4)

5. To gain an understanding of curriculum modifications, accommodations, and adaptations for students of diverse learning styles. (Competencies: 1, 3, 5, 6)

6. To understand the benefits of collaborative teaching, co-teaching and effective personnel management within the classroom for all students. (Competencies: 1, 3, 5, 6)

7. To complete fieldwork in a moderate disabilities classroom. (Competencies: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7)

8. To maintain a reflective journal of their field assignment. (Competencies: 1, 3, 5, 6)

Moderate Disabilities Internship and Seminar: Students participate in 150 hour practicum experience in an inclusion, resource, or self-contained classroom under the direction of a licensed special educator and a college program supervisor as part of this course.


Course objectives:

• To provide an open and safe forum for students to share and discuss experiences relating to their work supporting students receiving special education services.
• To provide a forum for discussion of observed teaching strategies that support academic, social, and behavioral needs of students.
• To discuss applications of assessment and differentiation that provide students opportunities for growth in academics, social skills and behavior management.
• To provide opportunities to discuss the application of state and federal regulations as seen in school experiences.
• To provide time and support to candidates as they select evidence pieces that meet licensing criteria.

Requirements:

Licensure in Moderate disabilities, expertise in teaching students with students with moderate disabilities and working with PreK-Grade 12 learners, deep understanding and experience with the special education competencies as outlined by MA DESE, experience working with undergraduate students and/or preservice or inservice teachers.



Additional Information:

Emmanuel College values a welcoming and supportive community for all. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and are committed to fair and equitable hiring practices based on qualifications and experience.

Unless otherwise stated above, this is an on-campus position. This is not a remote or hybrid position as employees are essential in order to provide a fully on-campus, residential college experience for our students and the community.

The posted salary range reflects the good-faith compensation estimate for this position. The actual pay offered will be based on the candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity factors. $4,950-$5,500 per course



Application Instructions:

A complete application must include a cover letter, resume, a statement of purpose, and contact information for three references. In your statement of purpose, please describe how your values, experiences, and professional goals align with Emmanuel College's mission to educate and inspire students in the spirit of the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, who are committed to social justice, human dignity, and transformative education for all.