CISE Special Education (Faculty Wage)
UVA Health·Albemarle County, Virginia
UVA Health·Albemarle County, Virginia
The role involves teaching graduate-level or undergraduate courses within the Department of Curriculum, Instruction, and Special Education, requiring the provision of specialized content expertise in special education. Instructors must be prepared to teach across the Summer 2026, Fall 2026, and Spring 2027 semesters, potentially in various modalities.
The University of Virginia's School of Education and Human Development seeks qualified applicants for the Department of Curriculum, Instruction, and Special Education to teach and provide content expertise in special education.
Opportunities may be on grounds in Charlottesville, Virginia and/or online during the Summer 2026, Fall 2026, and Spring 2027 semesters.
Graduate-level course instructors require a terminal degree (PhD; EdD) in Education specializing in special education or a related field.
Undergraduate course instructors require a master’s degree or terminal degree specializing in special education or a related field.
Applicants must have a strong commitment to teaching excellence.
Previous PreK-12 or post-secondary education teaching experience in the course content area is strongly preferred.
Your cover letter must detail your specific content area expertise and experience within special education.
Additionally, please note your availability to teach in-person, online, and/or hybrid modalities.
These available at-will positions for teaching a single course do not carry benefits.
The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.
This position will require an Education Verification.
The department will not sponsor visas for this position.
Please be aware that applications for this faculty wage position will be considered on an ongoing basis as instructional needs arise.
Instructional openings for the summer and fall semesters are typically filled in April and instructional needs for the spring are typically filled in November.
To apply, please submit an application online at https://jobs.virginia.edu and attach a current cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three references.
Search on requisition number: R0080646.
Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website.
Questions related to the application process may be directed to Keith Johnson, HR Specialist at fkj2t@virginia.edu.
The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.
This position will also require an Education Verification.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer.
All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
Instructors must demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching excellence, with specific degree requirements based on the level taught: a terminal degree (PhD; EdD) for graduate courses or a master’s degree or terminal degree for undergraduate courses, both specializing in special education or a related field. Previous PreK-12 or post-secondary teaching experience in the content area is strongly preferred.
Market context
Virginia colleges and universities continue to need special education instructors for undergraduate and graduate teaching, especially where programs serve licensure and teacher-preparation pathways. These roles are competitive because institutions look for strong teaching records, the right degree level for the course, and specialization in special education or a closely related field. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to match the course level and your teaching experience.