Teacher Education Faculty - Concordia University, Chicago

JOB TITLE: Assistant Professor of Teacher Education, Two positions DEPARTMENT: College of Education SUPERVISOR: Dean of the College of Education

Concordia University Chicago (CUC) is seeking two full-time Assistant Professors of Teacher Education to serve in the College of Education in the Division of Teaching and Learning. The faculty within this vibrant Division are a supportive and collaborative team that shares in the work of preparing the next generation of teachers. The Division seeks flexible, driven, and committed team members who will join in this tradition of excellence in growing strong teacher preparation programs for the future. CUC offers a wide range of education majors including early childhood, elementary, middle grades, secondary, and PK-12 options at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The ideal candidates have a background in either secondary education or PK-12 education with content knowledge in the area of science or social science. The faculty members will be responsible to design and teach a host of pedagogy and content-specific courses within his or her area of expertise in the initial licensure programs. Rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. The official start date is Fall 2024.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Teaches courses under the Teacher Education discipline
• Hires and assigns adjunct faculty as needed
• Provides supervising instruction and assesses effectiveness
• Designs and monitors curriculum and assessments for the program
• Supervises teacher candidates during field experience and internships
• Partners with the Division Chair, Assistant Chair, Dean, and other colleagues to complete program reports for the State and Accreditation bodies
• Proves vision and leadership for curriculum supervision and development for the various content areas within the program
• Advises and mentors undergraduate teacher candidates
• Performs scholarship and service to the university, profession, and community
• Candidates must support and be committed to the mission and identity of Concordia University Chicago, a university of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod (LCMS)

Skill Sets:

• Strong administrative skills, including related computer and technology skills
• Superior verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills across institutional units with faculty, staff, and senior leaders
• Enthusiastic supporter of Lutheran higher education and Concordia University Chicago
• A record of successful teaching, scholarship, and service at the program or university level
• The ability to challenge, motivate and encourage students to high levels of academic and personal success

Minimum Experience Required:

Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience in public or private school settings required

Education Requirements:

• Current teaching license required
• Master's degree in an education-related field required
• Doctoral degree in education preferred
• Undergraduate certification or colloquy completion as a professional church worker in the LCMS is preferred

Compensation and Benefits:

Starting range and faculty rank is dependent upon individual qualifications and experience. Concordia University Chicago benefit options include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and/or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability and Survivor Plan
• Retirement Pension Plan
• Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan
• Basic Life and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Tuition benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents)

Application Information:

Interested individuals should include the following in their online application:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume/CV
3. Copies of post-secondary academic transcripts that reflect completion of advanced degree(s) (Official transcripts will be required upon hiring of successful candidates.)
4. Names and phone numbers of three references

* Only applicants submitting all required documentation above will be considered.

Concordia does not discriminate in the employment of individuals on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, disability, sex, or age. As an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, however, and to the extent allowed by law, Concordia University reserves the right to give preference in employment based upon religious affiliation.

Concordia University Chicago does not generally sponsor for employment visas except for positions that oversee, teach, or support our international programs.

About Concordia University Chicago:

Concordia University Chicago is a liberal arts-based Christian university founded in the Lutheran tradition. Through its College of Theology, Arts & Humanities, College of Business, College of Education, and College of Health, Science & Technology, Concordia-Chicago offers more than 160 areas of study in small classes taught by professors who are passionate about teaching and student success. All undergraduate and graduate degrees are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Concordia University Chicago has been recognized as a College of Distinction since 2010, and is consistently ranked among the Best Regional Universities-Midwest by U.S. News & World Report. Concordia University Chicago is located in River Forest, 10 miles west of downtown Chicago. Learn more about our commitment to higher education, rooted in the Gospel, at CUChicago.edu.

Steadfast in Jesus Christ as revealed in the Holy Scriptures, Concordia University Chicago promotes academic rigor in its liberal arts and professional programs; grounds students in objective truth, integrity, and excellence; and practices faithfulness to the Confessional teachings of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod, as it forms students for vocations in church, family, and the world.