Assistant Professor (intellectual and developmental disabilities)
College of Charleston
North Charleston, SC, USA · Charleston, SC, USA
Posted on Jan 30, 2026
Assistant Professor (intellectual and developmental disabilities)
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| Internal Title | Assistant Professor (intellectual and developmental disabilities) |
|---|---|
| Position Type | Tenure-track |
| School/Area | School of Education |
| Department | Teacher Education |
| Position Description | Assistant Professor of Teacher Education (intellectual disabilities) The School of Education at the College of Charleston invites applications for a full-time, nine-month tenure-track Assistant Professor of Teacher Education, with specialization in intellectual and developmental Ddsabilities, in the Department of Teacher Education. The anticipated start date is August 15, 2026. This position is essential to supporting the continued growth and accreditation of the special education (SPED) program, particularly within the multicategorical licensure pathway. The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate and graduate instruction, support online program delivery, and provide disciplinary expertise in Intellectual Disabilities as part of a collaborative SPED faculty team. The candidate is expected to maintain a scholarly research agenda and serve the program, department, and community. Duties Include:
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Review of applications will begin in January 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. For additional information, please contact the search committee chair: Dr. Brian Lanahan Professor of Teacher Education Department of Teacher Education College of Charleston lanahanb@cofc.edu Applicants are encouraged to visit the School of Education website to learn more about the Department of Teacher Education and the special education program. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | |
| Posting Date | 01/20/2026 |
| Closing Date | 03/20/2026 |
| Open Until Filled? | Yes |
| Posting Number | F2016491P |
| EEO Statement | The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and/or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu. |
| Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/17493 |
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