Adjunct Faculty- Special Education

The Department of Education at Saint Joseph’s College of Maine invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor in Special Education to teach an undergraduate course in Assistive Technology during the Spring 2027 semester. 

The Department of Education is committed to preparing thoughtful, skilled, and responsive educators who are equipped to support the learning and development of all students. Through rigorous coursework, meaningful application of research and evidence-based practice, and close engagement with faculty, students develop the knowledge and skills necessary to meet the diverse academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of learners in today’s schools.

Position Description:

This adjunct position will teach one course during the Spring 2027 semester. The course will be taught in person on the Saint Joseph’s College campus and will meet twice each week for 1 hour and 45 minutes per class: Mondays and Wednesdays from 2:45pm-4:30pm 

The course focuses on the use of assistive technology and evidence-based instructional strategies to support K–12 students with disabilities and other learning needs. Topics include identifying assistive technology devices and services, assessing student and instructional needs, selecting appropriate technology supports, integrating technology into instruction, and evaluating the effectiveness of assistive technology for diverse learners.

Course learning outcomes include preparing students to:

• Identify assistive technology devices and services that support students with academic, behavioral, communication, and access needs.

• Assess student and instructional needs to determine appropriate assistive technology supports.

• Select and apply research-based practices for integrating assistive technology into instruction.

• Integrate assistive technology into the instructional process across K–12 learning environments.

• Evaluate the effectiveness and appropriateness of assistive technology supports for learners with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, abilities, and needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A master’s degree in Special Education, Education, Educational Technology, or a closely related field.

• Relevant professional experience supporting K–12 students with disabilities.

• Knowledge of assistive technology, accessibility tools, and instructional strategies used to support students with diverse learning needs.

• Commitment to using current, evidence-based pedagogical practices, including effective course and curriculum design.

• Commitment to student learning, mentorship, and developing meaningful professional relationships with students.

About Saint Joseph’s College of Maine

Founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1912, Saint Joseph’s College is Maine’s only Catholic college. Located on the shores of Sebago Lake in Standish, Maine, the 382-acre campus offers 46 undergraduate programs and a Division III athletic program to approximately 800 on-campus students. In addition to its on-campus offerings, Saint Joseph’s College provides certificates, undergraduate, and advanced degrees to approximately 1,200 working adults residing throughout the United States and in more than 20 other countries through its online learning program. 

Saint Joseph’s College of Maine seeks to attract, retain, and develop personnel who support its mission and are committed to nurturing highly competent and deeply compassionate leaders ready to serve in a vulnerable world. Inspired by the life and vision of Catherine McAuley, it welcomes persons from all backgrounds as part of its community which is guided by the following values:

• to seek and embrace truth and wisdom wherever it may be found;

• to combine faith with reason in the pursuit of academic excellence;

• to commit ourselves to honesty in all relations with each other;

• to welcome the perspectives, cultures, and abilities of all people of good will, especially the disenfranchised;

• to value and respect the contribution of each member of the community;

• to reach out beyond the College’s boundaries to serve the needs of others with compassion and mercy;

• to address instances of injustice that impact people and the earth in solidarity with those we serve and from a position of informed advocacy.

Saint Joseph’s College of Maine is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to providing an inclusive work environment that supports a diverse faculty and staff. We consider all qualified applicants and employees for hiring, placement, and advancement, without regard to a person’s race (including traits associated with race, including hair texture, Afro hairstyles, and protective hairstyles), color, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, genetic information, military status, sex or gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disabilities, familial status, protected whistleblower activity, previous assertion of workers’ compensation claim, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. 

Employees wishing to report sex-based discrimination, harassment, or  misconduct should contact the Title IX Office (titleIX@sjcme.edu, 207-893-6606, 115A Heffernan Center).

In order to be considered for the position, submit an application and resume electronically by clicking on “Apply.”  Be sure to also read and sign the Pre-Employment Statement. Offers are contingent upon successfully passing a background check. Specific questions may be emailed to: sjcemployment@sjcme.edu or call 207-893-7757.