Job Description
California State University, Fresno
Kremen School of Education and Human Development
Department of Literacy, Early, Bilingual and Special
Education
http://www.fresnostate.edu/kremen/
Special Education
Assistant Professor
Tenure-Track
Fall 2026 (August 2026)
General: The Department of Literacy, Early, Bilingual, and Special
Education in the Kremen School of Education and Human Development
is accepting applications for a tenure track position in the
Special Education Program in the area of mild to moderate or
extensive support needs disabilities at the Assistant Professor
rank with a Fall 2026 start date. The successful candidate will
have knowledge of pedagogical theories and instructional practices
and characteristics of inclusive programs for the instruction and
assessment of students with predominantly mild to moderate or
extensive support needs. The successful candidate will teach
courses primarily in the Mild/Moderate or Extensive Support Needs
Specialization, including assessment, curriculum, and instruction,
as well as introductory courses in Special Education. The
successful candidate may also have the opportunity to serve as the
program coordinator for the special education program, contributing
to the leadership and development of these initiatives. Course
topics may encompass inclusion models, universal design for
learning, accessibility, transitional strategies, assistive
technology, behavior interventions (such as positive behavior
supports, applied behavior analysis, and functional assessment),
effective communication and collaboration, special education law
and policy, and research methods in special education. The position
also requires fieldwork supervision, master’s thesis project
supervision, and student advisement. Specific assignment is
dependent upon departmental needs. The successful candidate will
teach in face-to-face, online, and hybrid university and partner
school site classrooms with the aid of technology and web-based
materials.
Overview: Teacher Education was established as the first degree at
Fresno State in 1+11. The Kremen School has been nationally
accredited (NCATE) since 1+54 offering 34 distinct credentials,
many Master’s Degree programs, and a Doctorate in Educational
Leadership. In 2013, the Kremen School was nationally recognized
for its partnership work with regional districts and by AACTE
earning the Outstanding Character Moral and Ethical Development
award. Fresno State has special education credentials in
Mild/Moderate, Extensive Support Needs, and supports the elementary
and secondary credential programs in areas such as disability
studies, universal design for learning, multi-tiered systems of
support, and inclusive education.
Our Students: Fresno State is a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI);
and, an Asian American/Native American/Pacific Islander-Serving
Institution (AANAPISI); this University is committed to serving our
students with a focus on inclusion.
Qualifications:
Required Education (from an accredited institution or foreign
equivalent):
• An earned doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in Special Education or
closely-related disciplines from an accredited institution (or
equivalent) is required OR
• Applicants nearing completion of the doctorate (ABD) may be
considered; however, for appointment, the doctorate must be
completed by August 1, 2026.
Required Experience:
• Demonstrate successful public or private school teaching
experience with students with diverse learning needs and strengths,
including those requiring mild to moderate or extensive
support.
• A demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive and
supportive environment that values and celebrates diversity in
ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Three or more years of teaching experience in Birth-12 Special
Education (mild/moderate or extensive support needs settings)
and/or general education,
• Experience partnering with general education teachers to design
and deliver inclusive instruction.
• Engagement in professional activity, research, and scholarly
writing.
Preferred Qualifications :
• Demonstrated success in teaching at the university level,
• Experience in program administration or development, including
the pursuit of internal and external funding,
• Community involvement.
Application Procedures: To ensure full consideration
applicants should submit all application materials by January 31,
2026. Applications received after this date may be considered until
the positions are filled.
Note: All positions at Fresno State are subject to funding
availability.
Apply online at: http://careers.csufresno.edu
Attach the following:
• A cover letter specifically addressing required experience and
preferred qualifications;
• Curriculum vitae;
• Teaching philosophy statement;
• Research statement
• A list of three professional references with phone numbers and
emails; and
• Unofficial transcripts.
Candidates invited for on-campus visits will be asked to submit the
following items by mail/email within a designated deadline:
• Official transcripts and
• Three current professional letters of recommendation (dated
within 12 months of full consideration date)
Committee Information and Search process:
Search Chair: Dr. Kimberly Coy,
California State University, Fresno
Kremen School of Education and Human Development;
Department of Literacy, Early, Bilingual, and Special
Education;
5005 N. Maple Ave., M/S ED 202, Fresno, CA +3740;
Phone 55+.278.1724;
kcoy@csufresno.edu.
About Fresno State
California State University, Fresno is an engaged University. We
focus on broadening students' intellectual horizons, fostering
lifelong learning skills, developing the leaders of tomorrow,
promoting community involvement, and instilling an appreciation of
world cultures. We nurture cultural competence by celebrating the
rich diversity of the campus community and welcoming the
participation of all. Members of the University community work
effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic,
cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. For information on the
University's commitment and dedication to creating a university
known for its integrity, civility, equity, respect, and ethical
behavior, visit: https://equity.fresnostate.edu/index.html
The campus is ranked 4th in the nation by
The Wall Street Journal.College Pulse Best College in the U.S
on Social Mobility ; 22nd in the nation by Washington Monthly
and, received a 4.5 start raing on a 5-star scale on Money’s 2026 Best
Colleges. Fresno State is one of 25 U.S. colleges and universities
to receive the first
Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose classification . The
campus is classified as an R2 “Doctoral Universities – High
research activities” university per the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of
Higher Education
Tenure-Track Faculty members gain a clear path to tenure through
the University's Probationary Plan Process. For additional
information, please visit:
www.fresnostate.edu/academics/facultyaffairs/procedures/facultyrtp/
. We value our commitment to the success of our faculty by
providing services from the Center for Faculty Excellence to
Research and Sponsored Programs.
Commensurate with qualifications and experience the anticipated
hiring range is $6,250-$6,775 per month $75,000-$81,300 annually
for Assistant Professor (12 monthly payments per year). As a member
of the 23-campus CSU System, we offer an extremely competitive
benefits package.
About the College and Department:
The Kremen School of Education and Human Development’s (KSOEHD)
mission is recruitment and development of ethically informed
leaders for classroom teaching, education administration,
counseling, and higher education. Our programs are accredited by
the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation
(AAQEP) and the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
(CCTC). Together, the programs aim to foster candidate dispositions
of collaboration, valuing diversity, critical thinking, ethical
judgments, reflection, and lifelong learning. Our mission is
realized through a framework of teaching, scholarship, and services
that prepare highly competent educators and human development
specialists, while providing professional support and leadership to
the community, promoting applied research, and providing
experiences and opportunities that will enable employed
professionals to remain current in their fields. Additionally, the
KSOEHD hosts an Equity Scholars Program, providing funding to
support research related to issues of diversity, equity, and
inclusion in education.
The Literacy, Early, Bilingual and Special Education department
includes a dynamic group of faculty within a variety of programs in
education. The department focuses on post-baccalaureate courses
including teacher credential, certification, and graduate courses.
Department faculty across literacy, early childhood, special
education and multilingual programs have collaborated to create
unique teacher residency models with urban and rural district
partners across the Central Valley region.
Territorial Acknowledgement:
The Fresno State campus sits in the midst of the San Joaquin
Valley, a valley rich in the traditions and representation of
Native American peoples and cultures. We are grateful to be in the
traditional homelands of the Yokuts and Mono peoples, whose diverse
tribal communities share stewardship over this land.
Other Campus Information:
In compliance with the Annual Security Report & Fire Safety
Report of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act,
California State University, Fresno has made crime-reporting
statistics available to applicants, students, and employees online
at https://adminfinance.fresnostate.edu/police/clery/index.html
. Print copies are available by request from the Campus Police
Department.
A background check (including criminal records check) must be
completed satisfactorily for this position. An offer of employment
may be withdrawn or employment may be terminated based upon the
results of the background investigation.
The person holding this position is considered a "limited reporter"
under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is
required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive
Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment. You
can obtain a copy of this Executive order by accessing the
following website: https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/10+27154/latest/
California State University, Fresno is a smoke-free campus. For
more information, please click http://fresnostate.edu/adminserv/smokefree/index.html
California State University, Fresno is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for
employment without regard to race, religion, color, national
origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender
expression, ****** orientation, genetic information, medical
condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran
status.
COVID1+ Vaccination Policy:
Per the CSU
COVID-1+ Vaccination Policy , it is strongly recommended that
all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow
COVID-1+ vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department
of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition,
and other relevant indications.
Out of State Employment
Per CSU-wide policy (HR2021-04), all faculty who will begin initial
employment (or return from a 12-month break in service) on or after
January 1, 2026 are required to perform their work from within the
State of California. Faculty hired prior to January 1, 2026 must be
available to perform work in the State of California if their
assignment is in-person.
Advertised: 1+ Dec 2026 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close:
Kremen School of Education and Human Development
Department of Literacy, Early, Bilingual and Special
Education
http://www.fresnostate.edu/kremen/
Special Education
Assistant Professor
Tenure-Track
Fall 2026 (August 2026)
General: The Department of Literacy, Early, Bilingual, and Special
Education in the Kremen School of Education and Human Development
is accepting applications for a tenure track position in the
Special Education Program in the area of mild to moderate or
extensive support needs disabilities at the Assistant Professor
rank with a Fall 2026 start date. The successful candidate will
have knowledge of pedagogical theories and instructional practices
and characteristics of inclusive programs for the instruction and
assessment of students with predominantly mild to moderate or
extensive support needs. The successful candidate will teach
courses primarily in the Mild/Moderate or Extensive Support Needs
Specialization, including assessment, curriculum, and instruction,
as well as introductory courses in Special Education. The
successful candidate may also have the opportunity to serve as the
program coordinator for the special education program, contributing
to the leadership and development of these initiatives. Course
topics may encompass inclusion models, universal design for
learning, accessibility, transitional strategies, assistive
technology, behavior interventions (such as positive behavior
supports, applied behavior analysis, and functional assessment),
effective communication and collaboration, special education law
and policy, and research methods in special education. The position
also requires fieldwork supervision, master’s thesis project
supervision, and student advisement. Specific assignment is
dependent upon departmental needs. The successful candidate will
teach in face-to-face, online, and hybrid university and partner
school site classrooms with the aid of technology and web-based
materials.
Overview: Teacher Education was established as the first degree at
Fresno State in 1+11. The Kremen School has been nationally
accredited (NCATE) since 1+54 offering 34 distinct credentials,
many Master’s Degree programs, and a Doctorate in Educational
Leadership. In 2013, the Kremen School was nationally recognized
for its partnership work with regional districts and by AACTE
earning the Outstanding Character Moral and Ethical Development
award. Fresno State has special education credentials in
Mild/Moderate, Extensive Support Needs, and supports the elementary
and secondary credential programs in areas such as disability
studies, universal design for learning, multi-tiered systems of
support, and inclusive education.
Our Students: Fresno State is a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI);
and, an Asian American/Native American/Pacific Islander-Serving
Institution (AANAPISI); this University is committed to serving our
students with a focus on inclusion.
Qualifications:
Required Education (from an accredited institution or foreign
equivalent):
• An earned doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in Special Education or
closely-related disciplines from an accredited institution (or
equivalent) is required OR
• Applicants nearing completion of the doctorate (ABD) may be
considered; however, for appointment, the doctorate must be
completed by August 1, 2026.
Required Experience:
• Demonstrate successful public or private school teaching
experience with students with diverse learning needs and strengths,
including those requiring mild to moderate or extensive
support.
• A demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive and
supportive environment that values and celebrates diversity in
ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Three or more years of teaching experience in Birth-12 Special
Education (mild/moderate or extensive support needs settings)
and/or general education,
• Experience partnering with general education teachers to design
and deliver inclusive instruction.
• Engagement in professional activity, research, and scholarly
writing.
Preferred Qualifications :
• Demonstrated success in teaching at the university level,
• Experience in program administration or development, including
the pursuit of internal and external funding,
• Community involvement.
Application Procedures: To ensure full consideration
applicants should submit all application materials by January 31,
2026. Applications received after this date may be considered until
the positions are filled.
Note: All positions at Fresno State are subject to funding
availability.
Apply online at: http://careers.csufresno.edu
Attach the following:
• A cover letter specifically addressing required experience and
preferred qualifications;
• Curriculum vitae;
• Teaching philosophy statement;
• Research statement
• A list of three professional references with phone numbers and
emails; and
• Unofficial transcripts.
Candidates invited for on-campus visits will be asked to submit the
following items by mail/email within a designated deadline:
• Official transcripts and
• Three current professional letters of recommendation (dated
within 12 months of full consideration date)
Committee Information and Search process:
Search Chair: Dr. Kimberly Coy,
California State University, Fresno
Kremen School of Education and Human Development;
Department of Literacy, Early, Bilingual, and Special
Education;
5005 N. Maple Ave., M/S ED 202, Fresno, CA +3740;
Phone 55+.278.1724;
kcoy@csufresno.edu.
About Fresno State
California State University, Fresno is an engaged University. We
focus on broadening students' intellectual horizons, fostering
lifelong learning skills, developing the leaders of tomorrow,
promoting community involvement, and instilling an appreciation of
world cultures. We nurture cultural competence by celebrating the
rich diversity of the campus community and welcoming the
participation of all. Members of the University community work
effectively with faculty, staff, and students from diverse ethnic,
cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. For information on the
University's commitment and dedication to creating a university
known for its integrity, civility, equity, respect, and ethical
behavior, visit: https://equity.fresnostate.edu/index.html
The campus is ranked 4th in the nation by
The Wall Street Journal.College Pulse Best College in the U.S
on Social Mobility ; 22nd in the nation by Washington Monthly
and, received a 4.5 start raing on a 5-star scale on Money’s 2026 Best
Colleges. Fresno State is one of 25 U.S. colleges and universities
to receive the first
Carnegie Leadership for Public Purpose classification . The
campus is classified as an R2 “Doctoral Universities – High
research activities” university per the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of
Higher Education
Tenure-Track Faculty members gain a clear path to tenure through
the University's Probationary Plan Process. For additional
information, please visit:
www.fresnostate.edu/academics/facultyaffairs/procedures/facultyrtp/
. We value our commitment to the success of our faculty by
providing services from the Center for Faculty Excellence to
Research and Sponsored Programs.
Commensurate with qualifications and experience the anticipated
hiring range is $6,250-$6,775 per month $75,000-$81,300 annually
for Assistant Professor (12 monthly payments per year). As a member
of the 23-campus CSU System, we offer an extremely competitive
benefits package.
About the College and Department:
The Kremen School of Education and Human Development’s (KSOEHD)
mission is recruitment and development of ethically informed
leaders for classroom teaching, education administration,
counseling, and higher education. Our programs are accredited by
the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation
(AAQEP) and the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
(CCTC). Together, the programs aim to foster candidate dispositions
of collaboration, valuing diversity, critical thinking, ethical
judgments, reflection, and lifelong learning. Our mission is
realized through a framework of teaching, scholarship, and services
that prepare highly competent educators and human development
specialists, while providing professional support and leadership to
the community, promoting applied research, and providing
experiences and opportunities that will enable employed
professionals to remain current in their fields. Additionally, the
KSOEHD hosts an Equity Scholars Program, providing funding to
support research related to issues of diversity, equity, and
inclusion in education.
The Literacy, Early, Bilingual and Special Education department
includes a dynamic group of faculty within a variety of programs in
education. The department focuses on post-baccalaureate courses
including teacher credential, certification, and graduate courses.
Department faculty across literacy, early childhood, special
education and multilingual programs have collaborated to create
unique teacher residency models with urban and rural district
partners across the Central Valley region.
Territorial Acknowledgement:
The Fresno State campus sits in the midst of the San Joaquin
Valley, a valley rich in the traditions and representation of
Native American peoples and cultures. We are grateful to be in the
traditional homelands of the Yokuts and Mono peoples, whose diverse
tribal communities share stewardship over this land.
Other Campus Information:
In compliance with the Annual Security Report & Fire Safety
Report of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act,
California State University, Fresno has made crime-reporting
statistics available to applicants, students, and employees online
at https://adminfinance.fresnostate.edu/police/clery/index.html
. Print copies are available by request from the Campus Police
Department.
A background check (including criminal records check) must be
completed satisfactorily for this position. An offer of employment
may be withdrawn or employment may be terminated based upon the
results of the background investigation.
The person holding this position is considered a "limited reporter"
under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is
required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive
Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment. You
can obtain a copy of this Executive order by accessing the
following website: https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/10+27154/latest/
California State University, Fresno is a smoke-free campus. For
more information, please click http://fresnostate.edu/adminserv/smokefree/index.html
California State University, Fresno is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for
employment without regard to race, religion, color, national
origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender
expression, ****** orientation, genetic information, medical
condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran
status.
COVID1+ Vaccination Policy:
Per the CSU
COVID-1+ Vaccination Policy , it is strongly recommended that
all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow
COVID-1+ vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department
of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition,
and other relevant indications.
Out of State Employment
Per CSU-wide policy (HR2021-04), all faculty who will begin initial
employment (or return from a 12-month break in service) on or after
January 1, 2026 are required to perform their work from within the
State of California. Faculty hired prior to January 1, 2026 must be
available to perform work in the State of California if their
assignment is in-person.
Advertised: 1+ Dec 2026 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close:
💡 Quick Summary
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