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Lecturer in Special Education - Spring 2027
Academic Year
2026-2027
UIW Mission
University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary
The Teacher Education Department invites part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Special Education beginning Spring 2027 within the Dreeben School of Education. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the university include teaching and professional activities as assigned.
Benefits
This position is not benefits eligible.
Essential Functions
Basic Instructional Duties:
- Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.
- Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
- Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
- Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
- Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
- Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
- Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Ability to deliver instruction online as needed;
- Ability to effectively learn, use, and incorporate instructional technology into teaching;
- Willingness and flexibility to teach day or evening and weekend sections as needed;
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;
- Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.
Required Education
Master’s Degree in Education, Special Education or closely related field.
Required Work Experience
At least one (1) year of special education teaching experience in a Texas school system.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience as a Special Education department chair.
- Strong teaching skills.
Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
Texas Teacher Certification in Special Education.
Work Hours
Based on course assignment.
Physical Demands
Typical for faculty in respective discipline.
Posting Details
Posting Number
UN1078PO
Number of Vacancies
1
Job Type
Part Time
Job Category
Faculty
Desired Start Date
01/11/2027
Multi-Hire Pool
No
Position End Date (if temporary)
05/11/2027
Reports to
Dean, Dreeban School of Education
Salary
$3,000-$3,200 per class
Open Date
11/03/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
This part-time faculty position is for spring 2027.
EOE
UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).
Title IX
This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.
Position Title
Lecturer in Special Education - Spring 2027
Academic Year
2026-2027
UIW Mission
University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary
The Teacher Education Department invites part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Special Education beginning Spring 2027 within the Dreeben School of Education. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the university include teaching and professional activities as assigned.
Benefits
This position is not benefits eligible.
Essential Functions
Basic Instructional Duties:
- Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.
- Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
- Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
- Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
- Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
- Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
- Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Ability to deliver instruction online as needed;
- Ability to effectively learn, use, and incorporate instructional technology into teaching;
- Willingness and flexibility to teach day or evening and weekend sections as needed;
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;
- Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.
Required Education
Master’s Degree in Education, Special Education or closely related field.
Required Work Experience
At least one (1) year of special education teaching experience in a Texas school system.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience as a Special Education department chair.
- Strong teaching skills.
Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
Texas Teacher Certification in Special Education.
Work Hours
Based on course assignment.
Physical Demands
Typical for faculty in respective discipline.
Posting Details
Posting Number
UN1078PO
Number of Vacancies
1
Job Type
Part Time
Job Category
Faculty
Desired Start Date
01/11/2027
Multi-Hire Pool
No
Position End Date (if temporary)
05/11/2027
Reports to
Dean, Dreeban School of Education
Salary
$3,000-$3,200 per class
Open Date
11/03/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
This part-time faculty position is for spring 2027.
EOE
UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).
Title IX
This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.
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Verify your degree meets specialty occupation requirements
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to the subject you'll be teaching. A master's in economics supports a business lecturer role, but a general education degree may not satisfy a computer science position without supplemental credentials.
Target cap-exempt institutions first
Universities, nonprofits affiliated with higher education, and government research organizations are cap-exempt. Filing through one lets you start any time of year, bypassing the April lottery window that caps most private-sector H-1B petitions.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter Lecturer openings by employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history. Migrate Mate surfaces DOL Labor Condition Application data so you can see which institutions have actively sponsored roles before reaching out.
Check prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating; lecturer wages vary significantly by institution type, geographic area, and academic discipline.
Confirm the LCA is certified before your petition files
Your employer must receive a certified LCA from DOL before USCIS will accept the I-129 petition. Ask your HR or immigration contact for the LCA certification date so you can track the full filing timeline accurately.
Build a portfolio documenting teaching and scholarly output
USCIS officers may issue an RFE if the specialty occupation nexus between your degree and the lecturer position isn't obvious. Syllabi, published research, course evaluations, and institutional offer letters all strengthen the specialty occupation argument in your petition.
H-1B Visa Lecturer: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Lecturer roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific academic field directly related to the subject matter being taught. USCIS evaluates both the job description and the institution's hiring standards. A lecturer role in a narrowly defined discipline, such as organic chemistry or constitutional law, is far easier to substantiate than a general-studies position with broad degree requirements.
Which types of employers can sponsor H-1B visas for Lecturers?
Public and private universities, community colleges, seminary institutions, and nonprofits affiliated with higher education are all eligible H-1B sponsors. Many of these institutions are cap-exempt, meaning they can file petitions at any point in the year rather than competing in the annual April lottery. You can browse Lecturer openings at verified sponsors on Migrate Mate.
How does cap-exempt status affect the H-1B filing timeline for academic positions?
Cap-exempt employers, which include most colleges, universities, and affiliated research organizations, can file H-1B petitions year-round and have them take effect immediately upon approval rather than waiting until October 1. This means a lecturer hired in September can begin work within weeks of approval, rather than waiting up to 18 months under the standard cap-subject timeline.
What is the H-1B grace period if a Lecturer contract ends?
USCIS provides a 60-day grace period after your authorized employment ends, including when a semester contract or visiting appointment concludes. You can use this window to find a new sponsoring employer, change to another visa status, or prepare to depart. The grace period does not reset if you take a new short-term contract within the same H-1B validity period.
Does the H-1B petition need to list a specific course or department?
The LCA and I-129 petition must specify the worksite location and the occupational classification, but they don't require a course-by-course breakdown. The offer letter and supporting documentation, however, should clearly describe the teaching duties and confirm the degree field requirement. USCIS may issue an RFE if the connection between your credentials and the specific lecturer role isn't explicit in the petition package.