Assistant Professor of Teacher Education (Early Childhood Special Education) and Coordinator of Clinical Education **Loras College** 1 Positions ID: 10.31.2024 Posted On 10/31/2024 **Job Overview** **Assistant Professor of Teacher Education (Early Childhood Special Education) and Coordinator of Clinical Education** Beginning August 2025 **POSITION SUMMARY.** The Teacher Education program at Loras College announces a tenure track Assistant Professor position in early childhood special education. This individual will also serve as Coordinator of Clinical Education with a 50:50 split between teaching and clinical coordinator responsibilities. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching a range of courses for the undergraduate major, including course work for curriculum and methods related to early childhood special education (including infants and toddlers and pre-primary programs), Early Literacy and Language Acquisition and other courses within the Teacher Education Program as needed. The ideal candidate will also have experience working with community partners, coordinating field and student teaching placements, and overseeing all components of candidate licensure. They should also demonstrate a willingness to teach in the general education curriculum at Loras, engage with community schools and partners, provide academic advising to students, and supervise undergraduate research. **EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE.** A master's or doctoral degree in Education, Early Childhood Special Education, or related field from an accredited institution is required. A minimum of five years of experience teaching in early childhood programs with an appropriate teaching license is required. Experience with student teaching, community partners, field placements, and candidate licensure are desired. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and a willingness to communicate current trends in the field to students and a variety of other constituencies is also highly desirable. Candidates will be expected to support the mission of the College and respect the College's Catholic tradition. **COMPENSATION.** Commensurate with qualifications, education and experience. Fringe benefits include medical/dental/life/disability insurance, flexible spending plan, TIAA retirement plan, tuition remission program, family membership in Graber Sports Center/San Jose Pool, free admission to many college events and free off-street parking. **SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES AND EDUCATION.** The School of Humanities and Education consists of 33 full-time faculty members and offers a variety of majors including Education, Criminal Justice, History, Politics, English, Spanish, Religious Studies, and Philosophy as well as a graduate program in School Counseling. **THE COLLEGE.** Founded in 1839, Loras College is a Catholic, primarily undergraduate, liberal arts institution that includes pre-professional and career preparation programs, as well as several graduate programs. The Loras College community embraces the core values of truth, respect, responsibility, excellence, and service that define the way we work, behave, and relate with others. These values align with our college mission: Loras, as a Catholic liberal arts college, creates a community of active learners, reflective thinkers, ethical decision-makers and responsible contributors in diverse professional, social and religious roles. The student body consists of approximately 1,300 students, over 90 percent of whom are full-time undergraduates. The college is a wireless, laptop campus and there will be opportunity for developing technology-rich, interdisciplinary courses for the general education curriculum. **THE COMMUNITY.** Loras College's 60-acre campus is located on one of Dubuque's highest bluffs, overlooking the Mississippi River at the junction of the states of Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin, about 3 hours west of Chicago. Dubuque's population is approximately 60,000 and its nineteenth century architecture is woven into limestone bluffs and provides a picturesque backdrop to the river landscape. Many residential and commercial areas have been designated as historical districts to preserve Dubuque's unique heritage. Its strong education base supports numerous cultural activities, and in addition, there are sporting events, shopping facilities, schools, and churches that are convenient to its residents. The climate has marked seasons with a comfortable summer, cool spring and fall, and a winter that encourages a variety of sports that have in recent years attracted a growing tourism industry. **APPLICATION DEADLINE.** Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. For more information contact the Chair of the Teacher Education Search Committee, Dr. Kate McCarthy-Gilmore, kate.mccarthy-gilmore@loras.edu, 563-588-7808. **APPLICATION PROCEDURE.** Applicants must go to **:** http://loras.applicantpool.com/jobs/ **to apply. Please upload** your cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three references. References will not be contacted without prior approval from the candidate. The finalist will need to pass a background check before receiving a written employment offer. Loras College is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an educational and work environment that is inclusive, rich in diversity, and supportive of all students, faculty and staff. Individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Please visit www.loras.edu for additional information about Loras College. Primary Contact 204847 Gina Noel Director of Human Resources, Human Resources Department 563-588-7816 Phone Phone Phone 563-588-7101 Fax gina.noel@loras.edu Email True False False **Job Details** Categories Education Location Dubuque, IA Job Type Employee Full/Part Full Time Benefits Health Insurance Dental Insurance Life Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Vacation Paid Sick Leave Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement **Qualifications** Education Masters Company ID 1122 Job REQ # 10.31.2024 \# Positions 1 Start Date 20241031 End Date 20241231 Featured Job 0 TH Ad 0 TH Comments **Similar Jobs** Sales and Estimator - Manufacturing Sedona Staffing Services Assistant Professor of Forensic Investigation University of Wisconsin-Platteville Director of Bridge Scholar Program and Development University of Dubuque School Lunch Assistants Holy Family Catholic Schools Early Childhood Associate Holy Family Catholic Schools Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical Assi Grand River Medical Group Chair of Nursing and Health Clarke University Director of Student Success Programs/Women in STEM University of Wisconsin-Platteville Early Childhood Associate Aquin Little Angels Early Childhood Center & Preschool Director of Pre-Health Advising & Postbaccalau Loras College **Share this Job** Loras College **About the Company** Loras College was founded in 1839 by the Most Rev. Mathias Loras, first Bishop of Dubuque, who established St. Raphael Seminary to educate young men for the priesthood, but with the expressed intention also of providing an opportunity for higher education to the citizens of the area. The college has functioned under several names (St. Raphael Seminary, Mt. St. Bernard, St. Joseph College, Dubuque College and Columbia College), finally adopting its present name during its centennial in 1939. Loras is a Catholic liberal arts college dedicated to the total development of the student. Small enough to be personal, large enough to offer a wide variety of quality academic programs, Loras College recognizes the human dignity of each individual and challenges men and women to grow with purpose and direction. Relating the rich liberal arts tradition to a changing world, Loras strives to develop active learners, reflective thinkers, ethical decision makers and responsible contributors in their diverse professional, social, and religious roles. The College has an enrollment of approximately 1,600 students and employs over 375 faculty and staff members. Although employee turnover is low, interesting and challenging employment opportunities do exist in a variety of technical and professional career fields. More employment information is available at the Loras College employment opportunities webpage: https://loras.applicantpool.com/jobs/ .