Job Summary Kutztown University of Pennsylvania enrolls approximately 7,500 students across its graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in a charming rural setting in Kutztown, Pennsylvania, the University is just a 20-minute drive from the metropolitan areas of Allentown/Bethlehem and Reading, and about an hour from the Philadelphia metropolitan area. The University seeks to hire employees with experience working with diverse populations. The Department of Special Education at Kutztown University invites applications for our temporary, adjunct pool. Identified undergraduate course sections could be day or evening. Responsibilities include teaching on-campus undergraduate special education courses and supervising student teachers during the school day. In accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, performance review and evaluation of faculty is based on effective teaching and fulfillment of professional responsibilities; continuing scholarly growth and professional development; and service. Minimum Qualifications Requirements for the position include a master's degree (or higher) in special education or a related field of study from an accredited university; at least three years of special education teaching experience in a K-12 setting; and evidence of knowledge and skill in working effectively with children with exceptionalities. Preferred Qualifications Preferred qualifications include a doctorate and at least one year of college-level teaching experience or equivalent. Experience in the supervision of pre-service teachers is also preferred. Applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be certified to be placed in our part-time adjunct faculty pool and will remain in the pool while the pool is active. As need arises, applicants in the pool will be considered and contacted for an interview. Supplemental Information As part of the application, candidates must upload the following material to

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A letter of interest, CV, unofficial graduate and undergraduate transcripts (official transcripts are required prior to the on-campus interview), and three letters of recommendation. A complete packet of materials must be received before the committee can review the application. For any questions or concerns, please contact Dr. Christopher Bloh, Special Education Department Search Chairperson (bloh@kutztown.edu). Successful interviews, reference checks, background clearances (PA Criminal, Child Abuse Clearance & FBI Clearance), and demonstration of ability are requisite qualifications for all positions. The University is very interested in hiring employees with extensive experience working with diverse populations. Non-Discrimination Statement Kutztown University does not discriminate in employment or educational opportunities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. To discuss a complaint of discrimination, please contact the Office of Social Equity, Old Main A-Wing, Room 02, by phone at 610-683-4700 or by e-mail at pena@kutztown.edu. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Kutztown University does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, including admissions and employment. Any inquiries regarding the application of Title IX at Kutztown University may be made to Bradley Davis, the University's Title IX Coordinator, located in Old Main A-Wing, Room 02A, by phone at 610-683-4782 or by email at titleix@kutztown.edu, or the Office for Civil Rights located in the Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Bldg., 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202-1100, by phone at 800-421-3481 (

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800-877-8339), by fax at 202-453-6012, or by e-mail at OCR@ed.gov. Kutztown University's Sexual Misconduct, Anti-Discrimination, and Anti-Harassment policies can be found in The Key student handbook or online at https://www.kutztown.edu/about-ku/administrative-offices/social-equity.html. Notice of availability of the Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report The Annual Security Report and the Annual Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for Kutztown University, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing the KU Clery Compliance Coordinator at clery@kutztown.edu.