Special Education Lecturer

The School of Education at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville invites applications for a Lecturer in Special Education. The main responsibility for this position will be teaching undergraduate special education related courses to future teachers.

This is a full-time benefit eligible position with an anticipated start date of August 2026. The salary for this position is $45,000 - $48,000 per academic year, commensurate with experience, education, and field of study.

The primary responsibility will be teaching a variety of undergraduate courses within the special education minor such as historical & current topics in special education, positive classroom environments, methods in literacy & language instruction for students with disabilities, and strategies for effective inclusion & collaboration along with the introduction to special education course for all education majors. The typical teaching load is 15 credits per semester.

Additional Duties Include:

• Utilize current best practices in teacher education to support undergraduate student learning in the classroom.
• Complete course embedded assessments of program student learning outcomes.
• Effectively interact and collaborate with faculty and staff colleagues within the School of Education, across campus, and in partner PK-12 schools to complete program tasks and goals.
• Complete relevant trainings related to teaching.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree or higher in Special Education, Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Leadership, or a closely related field.

• At least one-year full-time special education related teaching experience within a K-12 school setting.

• A strong commitment to undergraduate education for pre-service teachers.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to effectively interact and collaborate with colleagues from the School of Education, across campus, and partner K-12 schools.

Why It's Great to be a Pioneer:

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville, founded in 1866, offers associate, baccalaureate, and master's degree programs in a broad spectrum of disciplines including: science, technology, engineering, and mathematics; criminal justice; education; business; agriculture; and liberal arts. The Platteville campus is located in Southwest Wisconsin's largest community, which has a rich history rooted in mining -particularly lead mining -dating back to the early 19th century. The region offers excellent school systems, high-quality medical and hospital facilities, outstanding recreational opportunities, and vibrant businesses and industries. UW-Platteville serves as a cultural and educational center for the Tri-State region of Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin.

The School of Education in the College of Liberal Arts and Education serves as the academic home for the Elementary Education major and Special Education minor. It supports all campus programs leading to teacher licensure. The school models a place-based framework by partnering with school districts and other resources in the rural communities of the region.

Application Deadline:

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by June 10, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled.

How to Apply:

The following documents are required for applicant consideration:

• Letter of interest addressing qualifications and teaching experience

• Current resume or curriculum vitae (CV)

For questions regarding this position, please contact Dr. Tim Buttles at buttlest@uwplatt.edu.

Legal Notices and Important Information:

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

The University ensures physical accessibility to work environments for persons with disabilities and will provided reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment. Upon request, the University will provide reasonable accommodations for religious observances and practices.

The University is committed to a program of affirmative action for women, racial minorities, persons with disabilities, disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam era. While the Chancellor assumes overall responsibility for the success of the program, university administrators and supervisors are responsible and accountable for implementation. Authority for monitoring the program is delegated to Human Resources.

Each individual associated with the University is called upon to pledge a new and revitalized commitment to build and maintain a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination, an environment that fosters mutual respect, recognizes the dignity and worth of all people, and promotes to the fullest, equal employment opportunity through affirmative action.

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UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.