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Posting Number
20260050FAC
Job Title
Assistant Professor, Special Education
Number Of Vacancies
1
About Murray State
Murray State blends educational opportunities found at research institutions with collaborative interactions among students, faculty and staff found at smaller universities. Students receive personalized attention from supportive faculty and staff as the University offers a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio. Murray State University places our highest priority on student learning and excellent teaching, blending the range of educational opportunities often experienced at research institutions with the nurturing student-teacher interactions usually found at smaller universities.
Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.
About Murray State Benefits
Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Equal Opportunity Employer/AA. Murray State University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability or political or social viewpoint. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Type Of Employment
Regular Full-Time
Work Location:
Murray, KY
Employment Term
Academic Year
Position Type
Faculty (Tenure-Track)
Department
Adolescent Career and Special Ed
Anticipated Start Date
August 2026
Summary Of Job Duties And Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate/graduate courses emphasizing teacher preparation for high and low incidence disabilities at on-campus and off-campus sites. Duties include advising students, collaborating across university departments and the community as well as supervising students in field placements, teacher candidates, and first-year teacher interns. Service and research responsibilities will be consistent with a tenure-track assignment.
Minimum Education Requirements
Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in special education is required. ABDs with a documented plan of completion by appointment date will be considered.
Minimum Experience And Skill Requirements
Three years of teaching experience in P-12 special education is required. Experience in evidence-based interventions for students with disabilities is also required.
Preferred Education And/or Experience Qualifications
Doctorate in special education is preferred. Experience in best practices for students with learning disabilities or low incidences preferred. Experience in interpreting and administering curriculum-based measures and individual group achievement tests preferred. Experience with behavior analysis methodology, instructional methods, collaboration, and co-teaching strategies, curriculum design, assessment, research methodologies, technology, and web-assisted instruction preferred.
Pay Plan
Faculty II
Posting Date
05/20/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions To Applicants
Along with the application, the following items must be included:
20260050FAC
Job Title
Assistant Professor, Special Education
Number Of Vacancies
1
About Murray State
Murray State blends educational opportunities found at research institutions with collaborative interactions among students, faculty and staff found at smaller universities. Students receive personalized attention from supportive faculty and staff as the University offers a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio. Murray State University places our highest priority on student learning and excellent teaching, blending the range of educational opportunities often experienced at research institutions with the nurturing student-teacher interactions usually found at smaller universities.
Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.
About Murray State Benefits
Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Equal Opportunity Employer/AA. Murray State University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability or political or social viewpoint. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Type Of Employment
Regular Full-Time
Work Location:
Murray, KY
Employment Term
Academic Year
Position Type
Faculty (Tenure-Track)
Department
Adolescent Career and Special Ed
Anticipated Start Date
August 2026
Summary Of Job Duties And Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate/graduate courses emphasizing teacher preparation for high and low incidence disabilities at on-campus and off-campus sites. Duties include advising students, collaborating across university departments and the community as well as supervising students in field placements, teacher candidates, and first-year teacher interns. Service and research responsibilities will be consistent with a tenure-track assignment.
Minimum Education Requirements
Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction with a concentration in special education is required. ABDs with a documented plan of completion by appointment date will be considered.
Minimum Experience And Skill Requirements
Three years of teaching experience in P-12 special education is required. Experience in evidence-based interventions for students with disabilities is also required.
Preferred Education And/or Experience Qualifications
Doctorate in special education is preferred. Experience in best practices for students with learning disabilities or low incidences preferred. Experience in interpreting and administering curriculum-based measures and individual group achievement tests preferred. Experience with behavior analysis methodology, instructional methods, collaboration, and co-teaching strategies, curriculum design, assessment, research methodologies, technology, and web-assisted instruction preferred.
Pay Plan
Faculty II
Posting Date
05/20/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions To Applicants
Along with the application, the following items must be included:
- Letter of application
- Curriculum Vitae demonstrating your skills in relation to the position job duties, responsibilities and experience qualifications.
- Contact information for three (3) references from individuals who can best attest to the candidate’s professional qualifications and experiences.