Assistant Professor of Teacher Education (Early Childhood)

Concordia University Chicago•River Forest, IL

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About The Position

Concordia University Chicago (CUC) is seeking a full-time Assistant Professor of Teacher Education to serve in the College of Education in the Division of Teaching and Learning. This vibrant division is home to a collaborative team of faculty dedicated to preparing the next generation of teachers. The division seeks a flexible, driven, and committed colleague to continue this tradition of excellence and growth of strong teacher preparation programs. 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 faculty member will be responsible for teaching a host of pedagogy and content-specific courses in early childhood education. The start date is August 1, 2026.

Requirements

Superior verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills across institutional units with faculty, staff, and senior leadership.
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 motivate, encourage, and challenge students to high levels of academic success.
Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience in public or private school settings required.
Current teaching license required
Master's degree in an education-related field required

Nice To Haves

Doctoral degree in education preferred
Undergraduate certification or colloquy completion as a professional church worker in the LCMS is preferred.

Responsibilities

Teach courses in the discipline of Early Childhood Education.
Collaborate with Division Chair on course scheduling, staffing, program review, and course development.
Design and monitor curriculum and assessments within the program.
Serve as a liaison with adjunct faculty for the assigned courses within the program.
Collaborate with the Director of the Early Childhood Center at CUC.
Advise and mentor students in undergraduate and graduate initial licensure programs.
Supervise teacher candidates during field experience and internships.
Monitor state requirements and updates for licensure as applicable.
Partner with the Division Chair, Dean, and other colleagues to complete program reports for the state and accreditation bodies.
In consultation with the Chair, complete tasks and responsibilities as deemed necessary to ensure the successful operation of the Division.
Participate in scholarship and service to the university, profession, and community.
Candidates must support and be committed to the mission and identityof Concordia University Chicago, a university of the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod (LCMS)