Job description
Posting Number: F220
College/Area
College of Arts, Humanities, Education and Social Sciences
Department: Early Childhood Education & Exceptionality Programs
Type of Appointment
Full Time
Complement Type
Temporary
Home Campus: Bloomsburg
City
Bloomsburg
State
Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17815
FTE%
100%
Work Location
Home Campus
Appointment Start Date
Fall 2025
Benefits
The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education provides a comprehensive package of employer benefits to eligible employees and their enrolled dependent(s), which include*:
- Medical and prescription drug benefits.
- Generous retirement plans, two options:
- Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP)
- State Employees’ Retirement System (SERS)
- Tuition benefits for employees and dependents.
- Paid time off.
- Employer-paid dental and vision benefits.
- Employer-paid life insurance.
- Voluntary insurances and additional retirement programs.
*Specific benefits may vary based upon university, employee group and/or collective bargaining unit. Visit: http://www.passhe.edu/inside/HR/syshr/healthcare/Pages/Summary-of-Benefits.aspx for additional information regarding benefits.
To be eligible for most benefits, you must be a permanent, full-time employee (including temporary, full-time faculty with at least an academic year contract) or a permanent, part-time employee (including temporary, part-time faculty with at least an academic year contract) who is scheduled to work every pay period for at least 50% of full-time hours.
Position Description Summary
Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania invites applications for temporary faculty positions (full-time academic year fall 25-spring 26) as needs arise in the Department of Exceptionality Programs.
The Department of Exceptionality Programs houses Special Education programming at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. These programs include special education teaching certification and supervisory certification, as well as endorsements and continuing education in this field of study.
The location for these temporary position may vary with the expectation of serving a multi-campus University within the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education with Bloomsburg campus serving as the main campus for this position.
Duties
Based on the specific needs of the department at the time of appointment, a successful applicant must be qualified to teach all of the courses in the category of application. These categories include:
- Introductory Special Education Courses
- Special Education Methods Courses
- Student Teaching Field-based Placement Supervision
- Graduate Research Courses
- Special Education Supervisory Courses
Candidates will indicate which category(ies) match their qualifications. Candidates may check all that apply.
Course(s) may include:
- Introductory Special Education Courses- Introduction to Special Education, Data-Driven Instruction, Methods of Instruction
- Methods Courses- Positive Behavior Supports, Assessment for Individualized Evaluation and Instruction, Effective Supporting Students with Complex Instructional Needs, Literacy Instruction for Individuals with Exceptionalities, Inclusive Practices for High-incidence Exceptionalities PK-8 or 7-12.
- Student Teaching and Field-based Supervision- Practicum, Student Teaching, and Student Teaching Seminar.
- Graduate Research Courses- Special Education Research, Current Issues in Special Education
- Special Education Supervisory Courses- Curriculum Design for Inclusive Education, Administration and Supervision in Special Education
The location for these temporary positions varies with the expectation of serving a multi-campus University within the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education.
Qualifying Experience and Education (Minimum/Preferred)
General Minimum Requirements
- An advanced degree in Special Education or a related field
- Active engagement in the professional education community
- Prior teaching and/or professional experience relevant to the education of students with exceptionalities
Sub-Category Minimum Requirements (specific by category and in addition to the General Minimum Requirements)
- Introductory Special Education Courses-
- Expertise in special education law as it applies to identification and provision of special education services.
- Methods Courses-
- Experience teaching education courses at the college level
- Expertise in one or more of the following categories:
- Data-based instruction with individuals with exceptionalities
- Development of an evaluation report and IEP/IFSP
- Development of a FBA/BIP
- Student Teaching and Field-based Supervision-
- Prior experience supervising teachers or teacher candidates
- Graduate Research Courses-
- Doctorate in Special Education or related field
- Evidence of research and scholarly activity
- Experience teaching at the college level
- Special Education Supervisory Courses-
- Special Education Supervisory Certification
- Experience as a Special Education Supervisor or related role
General Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with diverse populations
- Experience in a wide range of special education settings
Supplemental Information
Finalist(s) for this position must communicate well and successfully complete an interview process. Recommendation for hiring is needed for a majority of the regular, full-time department faculty. Completing this search is contingent upon student enrollment and available funding.
Title IX/Clery
The University prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital or family status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability in any decision regarding admissions, employment, or participation in a University program or activity in accordance with the letter and spirit of federal, state, and local non-discrimination and equal opportunity laws, such as Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendments Act, the Equal Pay Act, and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act.
The University also complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crimes Statistics Act, as amended by the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Title IX prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discrimination. VAWA imposes additional duties on universities and colleges to investigate and respond to reports of sexual assault, stalking, and dating or domestic violence, and to publish policies and procedures related to the way these reports are handled. The University has designated the Title IX Coordinator (Jennifer Raup, Elwell Hall, ORL, 570-389-4808, [email protected] or [email protected]), to coordinate the University’s compliance with Title IX and VAWA and to respond to reports of violations. The University has directed the Police Department to coordinate the University’s compliance with the VAWA-related Clery reporting requirements. For information on the University’s crime statistics, which is available in a publication called “Annual Security Report”, please contact Commonwealth University – Bloomsburg Police at 570-389-2211, Commonwealth University – Mansfield Police at 570-662-4900, or Commonwealth University – Lock Haven Police at 570-484-2278 or by accessing the following website: https://www.commonwealthu.edu/offices-directory/university-police/annual-security-report. Additionally, inquiries concerning Title IX and its implementing regulation can be made to the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights, Region III, The Wanamaker Building, 100 Penn Square East – Suite 505, Philadelphia, PA 19107; Phone: (215) 656-6010; Fax: (215) 656-6020.
About Commonwealth University of PA
The Power of Three Bloomsburg, Lock Haven and Mansfield universities have joined forces to boldly transform higher education in our region and beyond. While we are uniting as Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania, you can expect a college experience that is anything but common.
We’re Honoring our History by preserving the founding principles of each campus and continuing our vibrant on-campus student experience, serving as pillars of our communities, supporting students and our neighbors alike.
We’re Investing in Today by answering the greatest challenges facing higher education: accessibility, cost, quality, and relevance through the combined strength of our storied institutions.
We’re Building a Powerful Tomorrow by boldly changing the trajectory of public education to position ourselves for growth, increased access, and to meet economic and workforce development needs in our region, across Pennsylvania and beyond.
Close Date mm-dd-yyyy
07/07/2025
Open Until Filled: No
>At Commonwealth University we recognize our responsibility to continuously support a living, learning, and working environment that values the diverse contributions from all members of our campus community. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion enriches our campus community and is instrumental to our institutional success. Commonwealth University strives to cultivate a campus climate that allows all members to embrace diversity, equity and inclusion as we achieve success both in and out of the classroom, in our work responsibilities, and in our professional lives beyond Commonwealth University. We uphold our commitment to DEI by:
· Actively supporting and promoting the intellectual and personal growth of our students, inside and outside of the classroom.
· Providing workshops, trainings, programs designed to broaden the knowledge and understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion within our campus community.
· Ensuring that all learning and living environments throughout our campus are welcoming and capable of serving all individuals.
How to apply
A complete application includes a CV, Cover Letter, and Transcripts.
Applications must be submitted online by July 7, 2025. Questions may be directed to Search & Screen Committee Chair: Robin Drogan, [email protected].
Finalist(s) for this position must communicate well and successfully complete an interview process. Recommendation for hiring is needed from a majority of the regular, full-time department faculty. Completing this search is contingent upon student enrollment and available funding.
