The Department of Education is home to numerous faculty and staff members dedicated to providing students with engaging and meaningful classes for future educators. We offer three programs leading to a Bachelor of Science in Education, three programs leading to a Master of Science in Education and three programs leading to an Advanced Certificate.

Rewards & Benefits

Competitive compensation plus comprehensive benefits plan including health, dental, and vision insurance and retirement plan options including a fixed pension plan or a 401(A) with generous employer contributions;

Paid leave provisions including sick and holiday leave; impressive educational benefits including tuition-free study plus supplemental tuition aid;

A rich array of services, programs and benefits to help employees advance in their career and enhance the quality of their personal life, including professional development programs and services, employee EAP and wellness programs, discounted membership to the on-campus fitness center, and access to the Campus and Community Child Care Center.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Chair, the successful candidate will:

• Teach courses in Special Education at the undergraduate and graduate levels, with involvement in field placements;
• Maintain an active scholarly agenda, including regular conference presentations and publications;
• Contribute to curriculum development and refinement;
• Collaborate with colleagues in a process of ongoing data collection, reflection, and improvement to support AAQEP accreditation;
• Provide academic advisement to students;
• Participate in committees and provide service to the department, college, university, school district partners; and the Profession;
• Be aware of, understand, and follow all university policies.

This is a full-time, term appointed, UUP represented, tenure track position beginning Fall 2025 with an annual salary of $51,000-$55,000, commensurate with experience.

Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Fredonia prides itself on an outstanding workforce. To continually support organizational excellence, the university conducts background screens on applicants.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Earned Doctorate in Special Education (Ph.D. or Ed.D. completion by August 2025) from an accredited institution;
• Three or more years teaching experience in Special Education settings at the PK-12 levels;
• Existing research agenda and evidence of potential for active scholarship;
• Demonstrated ability to teach successfully;
• Demonstrated commitment and ability to work with a diverse group of students, faculty, staff and constituents in support of campus and department mission;
• Experience with instructional technology; and
• Demonstrated commitment to the university, division, and profession.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Special Education teacher preparation experience;
• Familiarity with Council of Exceptional Children (CEC) and related professional standards;
• Experience with or familiarity with field supervision; and
• Interest in, and commitment to, community engagement and school district partnerships.

About SUNY Fredonia

The State University of New York at Fredonia is one of the crown jewels in the 64-campus State University of New York system. Founded in 1826, Fredonia is a highly ranked comprehensive, selective, public, residential, liberal arts university that enrolls approximately 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students in 80+ majors and 50+ minors. Fredonia is consistently ranked as a top public university for academics, value, and social mobility. Fredonia is known for its strong academic programs, professional, award-winning faculty, a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere, and a strong focus on student success. The 256-acre campus, known for beautiful green spaces and attractive architecture, is located one mile from the shore of Lake Erie in beautiful Western New York with ready access to fishing, swimming, and lakefront attractions. Fredonia is centrally located between several large metropolitan areas. It is one hour south of Buffalo and Niagara Falls, 45 minutes north of Erie, PA, and just 2 ½ hours from Pittsburgh, Cleveland, or Toronto. Fredonia is a safe village community with beautiful Victorian homes situated in the heart of Western New York wine country. The location affords res...idents all four authentic weather seasons; warm and sunshine-filled, yet comfortable spring and summer, vibrant colors across rolling hills with the changing leaves of autumn, and the picturesque landscapes and accompanying outdoor activities of winter. SUNY provides a competitive salary and benefits package. Fredonia's faculty and staff focus on ensuring that all students will achieve the Institutional Learning Goals: -SKILLED Develop Intellectual and Applied Skills, Literacies and Knowledge -CONNECTED Engage Community and Diversity: Local Stewardship, Global Citizenship -CREATIVE Demonstrate Scholarship, Artistry, and Innovation -RESPONSIBLE Activate Sustainability, Ethics, Leadership, and Professionalism.

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