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Faculty Positions

Visiting Assistant Professor in English/African-American Literature

FSLA Status: Exempt
Department: Rosary College of Arts & Sciences
Date Posted: May 8, 2008
Availability: August 2008

Description:
 

Full-time, non-tenure-track, one-year renewable position (for two years, maximum), to begin August 2008. Ph.D. in English required, with a specialization in African-American literature and experience teaching composition preferred. Experience teaching Southern literature desirable. Teaching load is 3/3; primary responsibility is to teach composition courses and a survey-level course in African-American literature. All faculty members are invited to contribute to the University’s Core Curriculum.

To apply:

Please send letter of application and curriculum vitae only to Dominican University Human Resources, 7900 West Division Street, River Forest, IL 60305 or hr@dom.edu. Cover letter should address applicant’s teaching philosophy in the context of Dominican University’s mission. Application Deadline: June 16, 2008.

Visiting Assistant/Associate Professor of Spanish

FSLA Status: Exempt
Department: Rosary College of Arts & Sciences
Date Posted: Apr 21, 2008
Availability: August 2008

Description:

Newly-announced faculty position in Spanish, initially visiting but convertible to tenure-track, at either the Associate or Assistant Professor level beginning fall 2008. Area of specialization is open, but the position requires some leadership experience. Applicants must have Ph.D. in Spanish, evidence of superior ability in university teaching, and a commitment to scholarship. The successful candidate must be prepared to teach all levels of language (including Business Spanish), as well as Hispanic American and Peninsular literatures and cultures, and have native or near-native proficiency in both Spanish and English. Teaching load is three undergraduate classes per semester. All faculty members are invited to contribute to the University’s Core Curriculum. Rank and salary are commensurate with experience.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please send letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of graduate transcripts, and three recent letters of recommendation to: Dominican University Human Resources, 7900 West Division Street, River Forest, IL 60305 or hr@dom.edu.

Assistant/Associate Professor - Early Childhood Education

FSLA Status: Exempt
Department: School of Education
Date Posted: Apr 4, 2008
Availability: August 2008

Primary Purpose//Position Summary:

The Dominican University School of Education invites applicants for a full-time faculty position at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level.

Responsibilities of the position include the following:

a. Teach undergraduate and graduate level courses related to Early Childhood Education.
b. Advise undergraduate or graduate students in the Early Childhood Education Program.

Competencies (Required knowledge, skills, abilities):

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications:

a. Ph.D./Ed.D. in Early Childhood Education, Educational Psychology or a related field.
b. A minimum of five years of teaching experience in Early Childhood Education classrooms.
c. University teaching experience and expertise in instructional technology preferred.
d. Knowledge of performance assessment for improvement of instruction.

Salary and benefits are competitive.

Application Process:
Send letter of application, vita, three recent letters of recommendation, and transcripts to:

Dominican University
Human Resources
7900 W. Division Street
River Forest, IL 60305
hr@dom.edu

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Salary and benefits are competitive.

Assistant/Associate Professor of Education (anticipated)

FSLA Status: Exempt
Department: School of Education
Date Posted: Apr 4, 2008
Availability: August 2008 (anticipated)

Primary Purpose//Position Summary:

The Dominican University School of Education invites applicants for an anticipated full-time faculty position at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level.

Responsibilities of the position include the following:

a. Teach undergraduate and graduate level courses related to foundations, assessment, and/or instructional strategies.
b. Advise undergraduate or graduate students in the Master of Arts in Teaching program.

Competencies (Required knowledge, skills, abilities):  

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications:

a. Ph.D./Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction or a related field.
b. A minimum of five years of teaching experience in an elementary classroom.
c. University teaching experience and expertise in instructional technology preferred.
d. Ability to teach courses in math methods preferred.

Application Process:
Send letter of application, vita, three recent letters of recommendation, and transcripts to:

Dominican University
Human Resources
7900 W. Division Street
River Forest, IL 60305
hr@dom.edu

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Salary and benefits are competitive.

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Staff Positions

Assistant Sports Information Director/Coordinator of Event Management/Head Women’s Volleyball Coach

FSLA Status: Exempt
Department: Athletics
Date Posted: May 5, 2008
Reports To: Director of Athletics
Availability: May 15, 2008

Description:

Dominican University, a NCAA Division III institution, seeks applications for the position of Assistant Sports Information Director/Coordinator of Event Management/Head Women’s Volleyball Coach. This is a full-time position in the Department of Athletics reporting to the Director of Athletics.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and previous collegiate coaching experience required; thorough knowledge of NCAA volleyball rules and regulations and a commitment to adhering to all university, conference and NCAA policies and regulations is required.

To apply: Send cover letter, resume and contact information for three references to Dominican University Human Resources, 7900 W. Division Street, River Forest, IL 60305 or hr@dom.edu.

Teacher Assistant

FSLA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Department: Rose K. Goedert Center for Early Childhood Education
Date Posted: Apr 29, 2008
Reports To: Center Director
Availability: June 2008

Primary Purpose // Position Summary: To assist the Head Teacher in providing a warm, nurturing environment in which the children can grow physically, emotionally, and intellectually. Job Components//Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

1. To assist the Head Teacher in designing and maintaining a classroom environment which is warm, safe, inviting, interesting, and stimulating.
2. To assist the Head Teacher in offering a program which allows children to meet and grow in regard to their emotional, physical, intellectual and social needs both as individuals and as part of a larger group.
3. To work with the Head Teacher in gathering and arranging materials for lessons.
4. To attend and participate in staff meetings.
5. To establish and maintain good communication with parents on a daily basis.
6. To interact with the children and to encourage their involvement in all activities.
7. To be actively involved with the children while they are on the playground in order that large muscles development can be observed and planned for.
8. To observe and be able to report significant individual and group behavior to the Director or Assistant Director.
9. To work with the Head Teacher in the classroom so that discipline and rules are consistent.
10. To suggest items for orders of equipment and supplies to Head Teacher.
11. To implement and give feedback on monthly lessons based on program goals and observation of children.
12. To follow through on opportunities for professional growth and share information with other staff. You must complete at least 15 hours of continuing education hours per year.
13. To follow guidelines in the Dominican University Handbook and the Center Employee Handbook in regard to maintaining employment. Most especially they involve:
    …Arriving on time. This will be documented through the time clock.
    …Complying with applicable federal, state, or local laws, regulations, or ordinances. In this case, those which govern the operation of a child care facility.
    …Remaining awake and alert in the classroom during nap time.
14. Performs other duties as requested, delegated or assigned.
    

Competencies (Required knowledge, skills, abilities):

1. Must have the ability to relate joyfully and sensitivity to children.
2. Must give evidence of sufficient security and judgment to handle crisis situations.
3. Must have the physical stamina to work with young children for extended periods of time.
4. Must be willing to work with other staff members to build a supportive team. Most particularly this would include the Head Teacher, Teacher Assistants, Director, Assistant Director and student workers.
5. Must meet or exceed requirements as set forth in DCFS Licensing Standards
   

Education//Experience:  

• Requires a Baccalaureate Degree in Early Childhood Education (or a related field) or an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education with related experience.

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Dominican University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, age, marital status or sexual orientation in the administration of its education policies or any other policies or programs administered by the university.