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This position is for a 1-year Visiting Assistant Professor position within the College of Education in the field of Early Childhood Education. Candidates must hold a doctorate in Early Childhood Education or related field conferred by August 1, 2021. The candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the Early Childhood field in the following modalities: online, hybrid, and on campus. The candidate will also build online courses. We seek candidates with outstanding teaching skills, ability to teach non-traditional or diverse student populations, and ability to collaborate in a positive manner with a diverse group of faculty and staff. Governors State University (GSU) was founded in 1969, originally as an upper-division institution with a primary focus of serving community college graduates pursuing baccalaureate degrees. During the five intervening decades, GSU has grown to become the only regional, public, comprehensive university in Chicago’s south suburban area,...

Governors State University’s (GSU) College of Education invites applications for an assistant, tenure-track professor in the counseling program to begin in August 2022. The appointed faculty member will be part of the Division of Psychology and Counseling. The counseling program includes specializations in clinical mental health, marital, couple, and family counseling, school counseling, and a doctorate in counselor education and supervision. Applicants will be expected to teach masters and doctoral courses that may include students from across the College of Education. Course load may also include undergraduate courses.  Governors State University is the only regional, public, comprehensive university in Chicago’s south suburban area, serving approximately 7,750 students annually. GSU provides accessible, high value undergraduate and graduate education to culturally and economically diverse students. With the lowest undergraduate tuition in Illinois, GSU offers...

    Adjunct Faculty Title College Experience Instructor Department Student Activities Job Type Adjunct Faculty Employee Type Part Time Academic Year Any/All Course(s) College Experience courses Anticipated Schedule Fall, Spring, and Summer Terms; Mornings, Afternoons, and Evening Weekday Sections Available Location Main Campus Pay Rate Information Contract Position Start Date 08/12/2021 Position End Date 12/18/2021 Position Introduction MCC 101 is a first-year experience course that introduces students to MCC's four general education goals: critical thinking, information literacy, effective communication, and professionalism. Position Summary Instructors will guide students through curriculum and act as a mentor for students navigating their first semesters at college. Essential Responsibilities Including but are not limited to: -Teach the assigned class in accordance with the learning objectives and e-syllabus using instructional...

  TITLE/RANK:   Director for Research, Teaching & Learning /Assistant or Associate Professor   HIRING UNIT: Library & Information Services   PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:  The Director for Research, Teaching & Learning leads the Research, Teaching & Learning division of Library & Information Services (LIS). They work collaboratively with LIS administration to direct the work of faculty and staff in the division.   DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:   In collaboration with LIS administration, direct the work of faculty and staff in the Research, Teaching & Learning division Collaborate with the Director for Access, Discovery & Systems to ensure smooth operations of LIS Engage in research and contribute through service at the institutional and professional levels suitable to   the assignment and rank. Empower staff and faculty to be creative problem solvers and...

  TITLE/RANK:   Director for Access, Discovery & Systems /Assistant or Associate Professor   HIRING UNIT: Library & Information Services   PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:  The Director for Access, Discovery & Systems leads the Access, Discovery & Systems division of Library & Information Services (LIS). They work collaboratively with LIS administration to direct the work of faculty and staff in the division.   DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:   In collaboration with LIS administration, direct the work of faculty and staff in the Access, Discovery & Systems division Collaborate with the Director for Research, Teaching & Learning to ensure smooth operations of LIS In consultation with the Director for Research, Teaching & Learning, develop and implement changes to library spaces and services based on data and current student and faculty needs Engage in research and contribute...

Essential Responsibilities 80% 1. Assist the teachers, in the classroom you are working, to implement an age appropriate, success oriented, and developmentally appropriate curriculum meeting all NAEYC requirements. Work as a team with the teaching team, and Lead Teacher to design an environment and activities to meet the need of individual children while remaining responsive and aware of group needs. 2. Follow and maintain daily routines and schedule for all individual children in the class. Maintain classroom management by being on the floor engaging all children in play, especially during routines such as diapering and feeding times. Create a warm and accepting environment for children, families, students, volunteers and community members. Follow all DCFS standards. 3. Insure the safety of the children in assigned group, inspecting indoor and outdoor toys and equipment daily. Assure that all children are supervised by sight and sound at all times. 4. Maintain awareness of...

Governors State University's Family Development Center Seeks to fill the position of Infant/Toddler/Two/Early Childhood Teacher. Salary range is $30,000-$35,000 depending on qualifications The successful candidate will have the responsibility to implement a success oriented, developmentally appropriate program for Early Head Start children in a mixed age classroom ages 6 weeks to 3 years. Infant/toddler teachers integrate all aspects of Early Head Start Performance Standards, NAEYC standards, and Illinois Day Care Regulations into the schedule and curriculum for each child including any special items as directed including but not limited to nutrition, behavior, or Individual Family Service Plans. Infant/Toddler teachers work in teaching teams of two or three in conjunction with the Education Director to design the environment and create lesson plans to meet the individual health, safety, social-emotional, and academic needs of the children. Additionally, the applicant must be...