ID | 2023-1337 | Job Locations | US-IL-Chicago | Category | Executives/Provosts/Deans | Position Type | Staff (Full-Time) |
The Undergraduate College at National Louis University is seeking An Associate Dean, Undergraduate Educator Preparation.
Job Summary:
The Associate Dean, Undergraduate Educator Preparation will lead the success and expansion of the Undergraduate Educator Preparation unit at NLU, which currently serves over 1,200 students annually across blended and online modalities and multiple campuses and includes a team of 29 faculty and staff. The Associate Dean will strengthen the academic and competency-based program portfolio along with growing the systems, technology, and team to prepare future educators for the evolving career paths in pre-k through 12 as well as education-adjacent roles. This position will be responsible for achieving academic excellence and external distinction through innovative and equity driven program offerings, teaching and learning excellence, and accreditation and recognition from external organizations (e.g., entitlement by Gateways for competency based modules, approval from the Illinois State Board of Education and accreditation by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation). The Associate Dean will closely follow emerging trends including shifts in state and national policies, accreditation changes, and employment opportunities through research, active engagement with external partners, and peer benchmarking in order to remain future-focused and achieve programmatic excellence while maintaining state and national standards. This position will work closely with Vice President for Undergraduate Education/Dean of the Undergraduate College (UGC) along with other executive leadership at NLU to develop and implement action plans to achieve the college's and university's strategic goals along with securing funding and partners to advance the innovation of undergraduate education preparation at NLU. Additionally, this position will work closely with the Associate Dean of Undergraduate Professional Studies in the UGC to ensure ongoing strategic, programmatic, and operational alignment with UGC major, minor, and concentration expectations and priorities. The Associate Dean will also work collaboratively with National College of Education leadership to strengthen academic programs, faculty collaboration, and strengthen the enrollment pipeline to graduate programs.
Who we are
We are a team of dedicated educators who have been working together to build an amazing new Instructional Model that supports first-generation students with a focus on the holistic student. The Pathways Program is in its second year serving undergraduate students at National Louis University. In 2016, we quadrupled in size and now serve almost 400 students and we expect to more than double in size next year. We work fearlessly on educating and retaining students. As a result, we have exceeded national benchmarks with our approach to appreciative advising and data-driven, personalized instruction. Our education is student-focused, expects excellence, provides personalized support in a data-driven environment all with the pillars of continuous improvement and innovation to structure our work.
Who you are
You are: Driven to Succeed.
You are energetic and passionate about a diverse student body that includes many first-generation students. To be successful teaching in this program, you must be committed to excellence in teaching and learning in Higher Education. The position requires you to be agile, creative and engaging while offering a new curriculum and an unparalleled experience to undergraduate students. Enthusiastic candidates have the belief that all students can be successful students. As an active team member you believe in a supportive environment and a student-driven culture.
You will: Offer Best-in-Class Teaching and Learning.
You believe that your work has demonstrated your respect for education and the power that it holds. Each term, you will facilitate blended classes that utilize technology and data to drive instruction. You will work with a dedicated team of Coaches and Instructors, Content Experts and Data Analysts to determine how to personalize the learning experience for your students. In addition to teaching content, you will also encourage growth mindset, increase non-cognitive skill development and nurture academic confidence.
You are ready to: Make an Impact.
Each and every day, this program changes lives. You want to be a part of that meaningful innovation. You are someone that will always look for creative ways for students to earn success. We know this work is challenging, but we are in it together.
NLU UGC CORE COMPETENCIES
NLU Inclusion Statement:
National Louis University is deeply committed to serving its community, advancing access and equity, and ensuring that all individuals are welcomed and valued. We are dedicated to fostering a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion remain at the core of who we are. These are more than just words to us: they are truly a way of life for the NLU community. We recognize that differences in abilities, age, ethnicity, gender (identity and expression), race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, and background bring richness to our work environment. We affirm diverse perspectives, innovative contributions, and authentic presentations of self from every member within the NLU community. We believe inclusion is grounded in the actions we intentionally take each day. Our goal is to inspire and empower NLU employees and community members to cultivate an environment where we collectively focus on uplifting and advancing our institutional culture.