Adjunct Faculty- Special Education

The Department of Education at Saint Josephs College of Maine invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor in Special Education to teach an undergraduate course in Assistive Technology during the Spring 2027 semester.

The Department of Education is committed to preparing thoughtful skilled and responsive educators who are equipped to support the learning and development of all students. Through rigorous coursework meaningful application of research and evidence-based practice and close engagement with faculty students develop the knowledge and skills necessary to meet the diverse academic behavioral and social-emotional needs of learners in todays schools.

Position Description:

This adjunct position will teach one course during the Spring 2027 semester. The course will be taught in person on the Saint Josephs College campus and will meet twice each week for 1 hour and 45 minutes per class: Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:45pm-4:30pm

The course focuses on the use of assistive technology and evidence-based instructional strategies to support K12 students with disabilities and other learning needs . Topics include identifying assistive technology devices and services assessing student and instructional needs selecting appropriate technology supports integrating technology into instruction and evaluating the effectiveness of assistive technology for diverse learners.

Course learning outcomes include preparing students to :

• Identify assistive technology devices and services that support students with academic behavioral communication and access needs.

• Assess student and instructional needs to determine appropriate assistive technology supports.

• Select and apply research-based practices for integrating assistive technology into instruction.

• Integrate assistive technology into the instructional process across K12 learning environments.

• Evaluate the effectiveness and appropriateness of assistive technology supports for learners with diverse backgrounds characteristics abilities and needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A masters degree in Special Education Education Educational Technology or a closely related field.

• Relevant professional experience supporting K12 students with disabilities.

• Knowledge of assistive technology accessibility tools and instructional strategies used to support students with diverse learning needs.

• Commitment to using current evidence-based pedagogical practices including effective course and curriculum design.

• Commitment to student learning mentorship and developing meaningful professional relationships with students.

About Saint Josephs College of Maine

Founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1912 Saint Josephs College is Maines only Catholic college. Located on the shores of Sebago Lake in Standish Maine the 382-acre campus offers 46 undergraduate programs and a Division III athletic program to approximately 800 on-campus addition to its on-campus offerings Saint Josephs College provides certificates undergraduate and advanced degrees to approximately 1200 working adults residing throughout the United States and in more than 20 other countries through its online learning program.

Saint Josephs College of Maine seeks to attract retain and develop personnel who support its and are committed to nurturing highly competent and deeply compassionate leaders ready to serve in a vulnerable world. Inspired by the life and vision of Catherine McAuley it welcomes persons from all backgrounds as part of its community which is guided by the following values:

• to seek and embrace truth and wisdom wherever it may be found;

• to combine faith with reason in the pursuit of academic excellence;

• to commit ourselves to honesty in all relations with each other;

• to welcome the perspectives cultures and abilities of all people of good will especially the disenfranchised;

• to value and respect the contribution of each member of the community;

• to reach out beyond the Colleges boundaries to serve the needs of others with compassion and mercy;

• to address instances of injustice that impact people and the earth in solidarity with those we serve and from a position of informed advocacy.

Saint Josephs College of Maine is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to providing an inclusive work environment that supports a diverse faculty and staff. We consider all qualified applicants and employees for hiring placement and advancement without regard to a persons race (including traits associated with race including hair texture Afro hairstyles and protective hairstyles) color religion ancestry or national origin age genetic information military status sex or gender pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity or expression disabilities familial status protected whistleblower activity previous assertion of workers compensation claim genetic information protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.

Employees wishing to report sex-based discrimination harassment or misconduct should contact the Title IX Office ( 115A Heffernan Center).

In order to be considered for the position submit an application and resume electronically by clicking on Apply. Be sure to also read and sign the Pre-Employment Statement. Offers are contingent upon successfully passing a background check. Specific questions may be emailed to: or call .