Teaching & Instruction
• Teach undergraduate courses in Special Education, delivering rigorous, standards-aligned instruction that prepares teacher candidates to effectively serve students with diverse learning needs.
• Design and deliver culturally responsive, evidence-based instruction aligned with state licensure requirements and SACSCOC standards.
• Supervise and mentor teacher candidates in field placements, student teaching, and clinical practice settings.
• Develop, review, and continuously improve course syllabi, materials, and assessments in alignment with SACSCOC and applicable state requirements.
• Integrate current research, technology, and best practices into all course content and instructional delivery.
Advising & Student Support
• Serve as academic advisor for assigned Special Education undergraduate students.
• Provide support and guidance to teacher candidates pursuing Special Education licensure, including Praxis examination preparation.
• Monitor student progress and implement proactive strategies to support retention, persistence, and degree completion.
Accreditation & Program Development
• Actively contribute to the Department of Education's accreditation self-study process, including collecting, analyzing, and reporting data across all applicable standards in alignment with SACSCOC requirements.
• Participate in program assessment, curriculum mapping, and continuous improvement activities aligned with SACSCOC and state licensure requirements.
• Collaborate with department faculty and administration in the development and revision of Department of Education policies, handbooks, and program documentation.
Scholarship & Professional Development
• Maintain an active and productive scholarly agenda through research, publications, presentations, or grant activity related to Special Education, educator preparation, or related fields.
• Remain current in Special Education policy, legislation, and evidence-based practices, including IDEA, Section 504, and ADA compliance.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and participate in professional organizations at the state and national level.
Service & Departmental Contributions
• Serve on departmental, school, and university committees as assigned or elected.
• Support the Department of Education by willingly serving in other capacities as needs arise, including program coordination, event planning, workshop facilitation, or interim administrative responsibilities.
• Actively engage with P–12 partner schools, community organizations, and local education agencies to strengthen clinical partnerships.
• Represent the university and department at recruitment events and community outreach initiatives.
QualificationsEarned doctorate (Ed.D. or Ph.D.) in Special Education from a regionally accredited institution.
• Minimum of three (3) years of documented K–12 teaching experience in a Special Education setting, including experience with students with a range of disabilities.
• Valid state teaching license/certification in Special Education (K–12).
• Prior higher education teaching experience, including undergraduate-level instruction in educator preparation.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with IDEA, FAPE, IEP development, and the federal/state Special Education legal framework.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to serve in multiple capacities within the Department of Education as programmatic needs require.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience in establishing relationships in the community for new clinical, practicum, and student teaching experiences.
• Experience supervising clinical field placements or student teachers in Special Education settings.
• Familiarity with CAEP accreditation standards and educator preparation program assessment.
• Record of scholarly activity, including peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, or funded grants.
• Experience with Praxis exam preparation and supporting candidates through licensure processes.
• Proficiency with education technology, online course delivery platforms, and data management systems.
• Experience in curriculum development and program assessment aligned with accreditation standards.
Skills Required
- Earned Ed.D. or Ph.D. in Special Education from a regionally accredited institution
- At least three years of documented K-12 Special Education teaching experience with students with varied disabilities
- Valid state teaching license or certification in Special Education for grades K-12
- Prior higher education teaching experience, including undergraduate educator preparation instruction
- Knowledge and experience with IDEA, FAPE, IEP development, and federal/state Special Education law
- Ability and willingness to serve in multiple departmental capacities as needed
- Experience establishing community relationships for clinical, practicum, and student teaching placements
- Experience supervising clinical field placements or student teachers in Special Education
- Familiarity with CAEP accreditation standards and educator preparation program assessment
- Scholarly record including peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, or funded grants
- Experience preparing candidates for Praxis examinations and supporting licensure processes
- Proficiency with education technology, online course delivery platforms, and data management systems
- Experience in curriculum development and program assessment aligned with accreditation standards
What We Do
Fisk University is a private historically Black liberal arts college in Nashville, Tennessee. It is a higher-education institution rooted in the historically Black college and university tradition, with a liberal-arts mission and collegiate campus. Founded in 1866, the university operates from its Nashville location and serves as an educational institution within the United States’ network of historically Black colleges and universities.
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