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Message from Dr. Boerman-Cornell, Professor of Education
For Young Authors’ Festival this year, our featured guest is writer Laura Martin. Laura is an amazing story teller who has had nearly ten books published so far. Imagine a future world in which civilization has collapsed and humans survive underground, hiding from the dinosaurs that roam the surface world. Or imagine a mandatory government camp where kids are trying to manage superpowers like the ability to turn invisible, or the ability to float above the ground. Or a world where two kids (who don’t like each other very much) must travel through time to fix glitches in history. Or imagine a family that makes its living by pulling off hoaxes – making people believe that Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster, and other mythological creatures are real. Laura Martin has written abut all of these situations in chapter books for upper elementary and middle grades that will have students reading on the edge of their seats some of the time, and at other times, will have them laughing out loud.
And even more amazing, Laura is the first guest author or illustrator at Young Authors who was once a Trinity Young Author herself. When she was in elementary school her story was selected and she came to Trinity for the festival.
As usual, the festival will also feature Trinity education students leading small groups in writing workshops as well as the TrinProv Team turning children’s stories into small plays. And, of course, the students will enjoy learning from Laura Martin what it takes to become an author.
Young Authors takes place on the evening of April 25 when all children are invited to hear Laura speak and enjoy some improv as well. On April 26 the students whose work has been selected by the teachers will enjoy a morning of writing activities just for them – which will also give Trinity students a chance to interact with the budding writers. Don’t miss it!
Dr. William Boerman-Cornell
Professor of Education
Young Authors 2023 - Save the Date
April 25, 2023: Young Authors Reception (6:30 PM)
April 26, 2023: Young Authors Festival (8:30 AM – 1 PM)
We are thrilled to announce our guest author is Laura Martin . She is the first Young Authors attendee to return as a published author. Read more below.
Faculty Accomplishments
Professor Boerman-Cornell and Friends Publish Book about How to Lead Discussions about Literature
At the end of October, Rowman and Littlefield (a small academic press) released Young Adult Literature and Spirituality: How to Unlock Deeper Understanding with Class Discussion. This book (written by Dr. B-C and some colleagues from a research group: Dr. Deb VanDuinen from Hope College, Dr. Kris Gritter from Seattle Pacific University, and Dr. Xu Bian, also from SPU.
The book considers thinking of young adult literature not as a story wrapped around a theme, but rather to think of the book as a type of prayer. The book considers the young adult book Internment as a prayer of lament, The Hate U Give as a prayer of yearning, Speak as a prayer of anger, Goodbye Days as confession, The War that Saved my Life as a prayer of thankfulness, Orbiting Jupiter as a prayer of obedience and so on.
The book also looks at ways to help teachers find ways for students to focus on the literature. Using discussion techniques drawn from ancient, medieval, and modern practices for scholars considering sacred texts, the book provides innovated approaches for teaching discussion about literature. These approaches were field tested in undergraduate and graduate classes at Trinity and in high schools and middle schools across the country. Boerman-Cornell says the teachers who used these approaches found them very helpful.
The book is available through Amazon or you can ask your local bookstore to order a copy.
Professional Development Series
As our Professional Development Series continues, we were excited to welcome 20 alumni and educator professionals, who attended our second workshop of the Fall 2022 Series.
Dr. Syreetha Yokley, Assistant Professor of Special Education, presented Minding Your Mental Work: Strategies for Destressing While You Teach (1 hour session)
“I was excited to offer my Professional Development session for helping teachers to de-stress while teaching. As a former secondary education teacher, I have experienced the day-to-day stressors that we often ignore because we do not want to acknowledge when we are mentally or physically fatigued or don’t want others to notice that our mental health might be suffering. I believe that presenting some simple strategies for alleviating teaching stress was well-received and hope that those who attended will find those strategies useful in their everyday teaching practice..” – Dr. Yokley
Next session: Nov 16 │3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Workshop III: Tired Teachers in Trying Times: Ways to Address Exhaustion presented by Dr. Latonia Winston, Director of Learning & Teaching Success
Fall 2022 Connections Event
On October 26th, the Education Unit was pleased to welcome nearly 60 schools, school districts and organizations to campus. Employers came from the Midwest and Internationally to meet with Trinity students.
Students came well prepared to network with the employers and learn about their current and upcoming openings. They even had the chance to learn about teaching abroad. Junior and Senior level students participated in Mock Interviews, which will prepare them for future interviews and career success.
We look forward to connecting students and employers at our Spring Connections event! Please Save-the-Date: March 15, 2023.
Career Opportunites
Ridge Lawn is currently looking for to fill several positions.
– FMLA Kindergarten Teacher – through March 2023 (*potential to start as early as November or could be a December/January start)
– Elementary Special Education Teacher
– Substitute teachers
– Paraprofessionals
To apply, please visit:
Chicago Ridge School District 127.5
Ridge Lawn is currently looking for to fill several positions.
– FMLA Kindergarten Teacher – through March 2023 (*potential to start as early as November or could be a December/January start)
– Elementary Special Education Teacher
– Substitute teachers
– Paraprofessionals
To apply, please visit:
Alliance Academy International (AAI) is seeking a kindergarten teacher.
Starting January 2023, at their
location in Quito, Ecuador. AAI seeks to recruit and retain professionals who are passionate and
committed equally to:
• Maturing in their spiritual ministry,
• Continually developing in their professional proficiency,
• Fostering their community role,
All in the context of a Christian international school serving a highly-diverse constituency.
To learn more:
Please contact Recruitment and Alumni
Relations Coordinator Ellen Evans at eevans@alliance.k12.ec. Serious applicants should please send a
prepared resume to Ms. Evens.
Middle School Writing Mentor
Calvin Christian School in South Holland is looking for a middle grades or English Education major to mentor their middle school student NANOWRIMO group. NANWRIMO stands for National Novel Writing Month. Students will be trying to write an entire novel in a month. (though there is some flexibility there).
Contact:
Principal Randy Moes at rmoes@calvinschool.org with any questions or to apply.
Are you looking for a Full-time, Part-time, Internship, Volunteer, or Summer Job? Take a look at our systems linked below for access to job opportunities!
Full-time Teaching and Education related positions can be found on the Handshake system.
Part-time, full-time, internship and volunteer education related opportunities can be found on your Brightspace – Education Unit Home Site – Job Board.
If you have a story to tell or an opportunity to share, please email education@trnty.edu.
We’d love to hear from you.
2022 – 2023
Dec 9: Student Teacher Commissioning Reception
Jan 4: Adult Program Orientation
Jan 9: Spring 2023 Student Teaching Orientation
Mar 15: Advising Day/Spring 2022 Connections Education Event
Apr 25: Young Authors Reception
Apr 26: Young Authors Festival
April 28: Student Teacher Commissioning Reception
Message from Dr. Boerman-Cornell, Professor of Education
For Young Authors’ Festival this year, our featured guest is writer Laura Martin. Laura is an amazing story teller who has had nearly ten books published so far. Imagine a future world in which civilization has collapsed and humans survive underground, hiding from the dinosaurs that roam the surface world. Or imagine a mandatory government camp where kids are trying to manage superpowers like the ability to turn invisible, or the ability to float above the ground. Or a world where two kids (who don’t like each other very much) must travel through time to fix glitches in history. Or imagine a family that makes its living by pulling off hoaxes – making people believe that Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster, and other mythological creatures are real. Laura Martin has written abut all of these situations in chapter books for upper elementary and middle grades that will have students reading on the edge of their seats some of the time, and at other times, will have them laughing out loud.
And even more amazing, Laura is the first guest author or illustrator at Young Authors who was once a Trinity Young Author herself. When she was in elementary school her story was selected and she came to Trinity for the festival.
As usual, the festival will also feature Trinity education students leading small groups in writing workshops as well as the TrinProv Team turning children’s stories into small plays. And, of course, the students will enjoy learning from Laura Martin what it takes to become an author.
Young Authors takes place on the evening of April 25 when all children are invited to hear Laura speak and enjoy some improv as well. On April 26 the students whose work has been selected by the teachers will enjoy a morning of writing activities just for them – which will also give Trinity students a chance to interact with the budding writers. Don’t miss it!
Dr. William Boerman-Cornell
Professor of Education
Young Authors 2023 - Save the Date
April 25, 2023: Young Authors Reception (6:30 PM)
April 26, 2023: Young Authors Festival (8:30 AM – 1 PM)
We are thrilled to announce our guest author is Laura Martin . She is the first Young Authors attendee to return as a published author. Read more below.
Faculty Accomplishments
Professor Boerman-Cornell and Friends Publish Book about How to Lead Discussions about Literature
At the end of October, Rowman and Littlefield (a small academic press) released Young Adult Literature and Spirituality: How to Unlock Deeper Understanding with Class Discussion. This book (written by Dr. B-C and some colleagues from a research group: Dr. Deb VanDuinen from Hope College, Dr. Kris Gritter from Seattle Pacific University, and Dr. Xu Bian, also from SPU.
The book considers thinking of young adult literature not as a story wrapped around a theme, but rather to think of the book as a type of prayer. The book considers the young adult book Internment as a prayer of lament, The Hate U Give as a prayer of yearning, Speak as a prayer of anger, Goodbye Days as confession, The War that Saved my Life as a prayer of thankfulness, Orbiting Jupiter as a prayer of obedience and so on.
The book also looks at ways to help teachers find ways for students to focus on the literature. Using discussion techniques drawn from ancient, medieval, and modern practices for scholars considering sacred texts, the book provides innovated approaches for teaching discussion about literature. These approaches were field tested in undergraduate and graduate classes at Trinity and in high schools and middle schools across the country. Boerman-Cornell says the teachers who used these approaches found them very helpful.
The book is available through Amazon or you can ask your local bookstore to order a copy.
Professional Development Series
As our Professional Development Series continues, we were excited to welcome 20 alumni and educator professionals, who attended our second workshop of the Fall 2022 Series.
Dr. Syreetha Yokley, Assistant Professor of Special Education, presented Minding Your Mental Work: Strategies for Destressing While You Teach (1 hour session)
“I was excited to offer my Professional Development session for helping teachers to de-stress while teaching. As a former secondary education teacher, I have experienced the day-to-day stressors that we often ignore because we do not want to acknowledge when we are mentally or physically fatigued or don’t want others to notice that our mental health might be suffering. I believe that presenting some simple strategies for alleviating teaching stress was well-received and hope that those who attended will find those strategies useful in their everyday teaching practice..” – Dr. Yokley
Next session: Nov 16 │3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Workshop III: Tired Teachers in Trying Times: Ways to Address Exhaustion presented by Dr. Latonia Winston, Director of Learning & Teaching Success
Fall 2022 Connections Event
On October 26th, the Education Unit was pleased to welcome nearly 60 schools, school districts and organizations to campus. Employers came from the Midwest and Internationally to meet with Trinity students.
Students came well prepared to network with the employers and learn about their current and upcoming openings. They even had the chance to learn about teaching abroad. Junior and Senior level students participated in Mock Interviews, which will prepare them for future interviews and career success.
We look forward to connecting students and employers at our Spring Connections event! Please Save-the-Date: March 15, 2023.
Career Opportunites
Ridge Lawn is currently looking for to fill several positions.
– FMLA Kindergarten Teacher – through March 2023 (*potential to start as early as November or could be a December/January start)
– Elementary Special Education Teacher
– Substitute teachers
– Paraprofessionals
To apply, please visit:
Chicago Ridge School District 127.5
Ridge Lawn is currently looking for to fill several positions.
– FMLA Kindergarten Teacher – through March 2023 (*potential to start as early as November or could be a December/January start)
– Elementary Special Education Teacher
– Substitute teachers
– Paraprofessionals
To apply, please visit:
Alliance Academy International (AAI) is seeking a kindergarten teacher.
Starting January 2023, at their
location in Quito, Ecuador. AAI seeks to recruit and retain professionals who are passionate and
committed equally to:
• Maturing in their spiritual ministry,
• Continually developing in their professional proficiency,
• Fostering their community role,
All in the context of a Christian international school serving a highly-diverse constituency.
To learn more:
Please contact Recruitment and Alumni
Relations Coordinator Ellen Evans at eevans@alliance.k12.ec. Serious applicants should please send a
prepared resume to Ms. Evens.
Middle School Writing Mentor
Calvin Christian School in South Holland is looking for a middle grades or English Education major to mentor their middle school student NANOWRIMO group. NANWRIMO stands for National Novel Writing Month. Students will be trying to write an entire novel in a month. (though there is some flexibility there).
Contact:
Principal Randy Moes at rmoes@calvinschool.org with any questions or to apply.
Are you looking for a Full-time, Part-time, Internship, Volunteer, or Summer Job? Take a look at our systems linked below for access to job opportunities!
Full-time Teaching and Education related positions can be found on the Handshake system.
Part-time, full-time, internship and volunteer education related opportunities can be found on your Brightspace – Education Unit Home Site – Job Board.
If you have a story to tell or an opportunity to share, please email education@trnty.edu.
We’d love to hear from you.
2022 – 2023
Dec 9: Student Teacher Commissioning Reception
Jan 4: Adult Program Orientation
Jan 9: Spring 2023 Student Teaching Orientation
Mar 15: Advising Day/Spring 2022 Connections Education Event
Apr 25: Young Authors Reception
Apr 26: Young Authors Festival
April 28: Student Teacher Commissioning Reception
Message from Dr. Boerman-Cornell, Professor of Education
For Young Authors’ Festival this year, our featured guest is writer Laura Martin. Laura is an amazing story teller who has had nearly ten books published so far. Imagine a future world in which civilization has collapsed and humans survive underground, hiding from the dinosaurs that roam the surface world. Or imagine a mandatory government camp where kids are trying to manage superpowers like the ability to turn invisible, or the ability to float above the ground. Or a world where two kids (who don’t like each other very much) must travel through time to fix glitches in history. Or imagine a family that makes its living by pulling off hoaxes – making people believe that Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster, and other mythological creatures are real. Laura Martin has written abut all of these situations in chapter books for upper elementary and middle grades that will have students reading on the edge of their seats some of the time, and at other times, will have them laughing out loud.
And even more amazing, Laura is the first guest author or illustrator at Young Authors who was once a Trinity Young Author herself. When she was in elementary school her story was selected and she came to Trinity for the festival.
As usual, the festival will also feature Trinity education students leading small groups in writing workshops as well as the TrinProv Team turning children’s stories into small plays. And, of course, the students will enjoy learning from Laura Martin what it takes to become an author.
Young Authors takes place on the evening of April 25 when all children are invited to hear Laura speak and enjoy some improv as well. On April 26 the students whose work has been selected by the teachers will enjoy a morning of writing activities just for them – which will also give Trinity students a chance to interact with the budding writers. Don’t miss it!
Dr. William Boerman-Cornell
Professor of Education
Young Authors 2023 - Save the Date
April 25, 2023: Young Authors Reception (6:30 PM)
April 26, 2023: Young Authors Festival (8:30 AM – 1 PM)
We are thrilled to announce our guest author is Laura Martin . She is the first Young Authors attendee to return as a published author. Read more below.
Faculty Accomplishments
Professor Boerman-Cornell and Friends Publish Book about How to Lead Discussions about Literature
At the end of October, Rowman and Littlefield (a small academic press) released Young Adult Literature and Spirituality: How to Unlock Deeper Understanding with Class Discussion. This book (written by Dr. B-C and some colleagues from a research group: Dr. Deb VanDuinen from Hope College, Dr. Kris Gritter from Seattle Pacific University, and Dr. Xu Bian, also from SPU.
The book considers thinking of young adult literature not as a story wrapped around a theme, but rather to think of the book as a type of prayer. The book considers the young adult book Internment as a prayer of lament, The Hate U Give as a prayer of yearning, Speak as a prayer of anger, Goodbye Days as confession, The War that Saved my Life as a prayer of thankfulness, Orbiting Jupiter as a prayer of obedience and so on.
The book also looks at ways to help teachers find ways for students to focus on the literature. Using discussion techniques drawn from ancient, medieval, and modern practices for scholars considering sacred texts, the book provides innovated approaches for teaching discussion about literature. These approaches were field tested in undergraduate and graduate classes at Trinity and in high schools and middle schools across the country. Boerman-Cornell says the teachers who used these approaches found them very helpful.
The book is available through Amazon or you can ask your local bookstore to order a copy.
Professional Development Series
As our Professional Development Series continues, we were excited to welcome 20 alumni and educator professionals, who attended our second workshop of the Fall 2022 Series.
Dr. Syreetha Yokley, Assistant Professor of Special Education, presented Minding Your Mental Work: Strategies for Destressing While You Teach (1 hour session)
“I was excited to offer my Professional Development session for helping teachers to de-stress while teaching. As a former secondary education teacher, I have experienced the day-to-day stressors that we often ignore because we do not want to acknowledge when we are mentally or physically fatigued or don’t want others to notice that our mental health might be suffering. I believe that presenting some simple strategies for alleviating teaching stress was well-received and hope that those who attended will find those strategies useful in their everyday teaching practice..” – Dr. Yokley
Next session: Nov 16 │3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Workshop III: Tired Teachers in Trying Times: Ways to Address Exhaustion presented by Dr. Latonia Winston, Director of Learning & Teaching Success
Fall 2022 Connections Event
On October 26th, the Education Unit was pleased to welcome nearly 60 schools, school districts and organizations to campus. Employers came from the Midwest and Internationally to meet with Trinity students.
Students came well prepared to network with the employers and learn about their current and upcoming openings. They even had the chance to learn about teaching abroad. Junior and Senior level students participated in Mock Interviews, which will prepare them for future interviews and career success.
We look forward to connecting students and employers at our Spring Connections event! Please Save-the-Date: March 15, 2023.
Career Opportunites
Ridge Lawn is currently looking for to fill several positions.
– FMLA Kindergarten Teacher – through March 2023 (*potential to start as early as November or could be a December/January start)
– Elementary Special Education Teacher
– Substitute teachers
– Paraprofessionals
To apply, please visit:
Chicago Ridge School District 127.5
Ridge Lawn is currently looking for to fill several positions.
– FMLA Kindergarten Teacher – through March 2023 (*potential to start as early as November or could be a December/January start)
– Elementary Special Education Teacher
– Substitute teachers
– Paraprofessionals
To apply, please visit:
Alliance Academy International (AAI) is seeking a kindergarten teacher.
Starting January 2023, at their
location in Quito, Ecuador. AAI seeks to recruit and retain professionals who are passionate and
committed equally to:
• Maturing in their spiritual ministry,
• Continually developing in their professional proficiency,
• Fostering their community role,
All in the context of a Christian international school serving a highly-diverse constituency.
To learn more:
Please contact Recruitment and Alumni
Relations Coordinator Ellen Evans at eevans@alliance.k12.ec. Serious applicants should please send a
prepared resume to Ms. Evens.
Middle School Writing Mentor
Calvin Christian School in South Holland is looking for a middle grades or English Education major to mentor their middle school student NANOWRIMO group. NANWRIMO stands for National Novel Writing Month. Students will be trying to write an entire novel in a month. (though there is some flexibility there).
Contact:
Principal Randy Moes at rmoes@calvinschool.org with any questions or to apply.
Are you looking for a Full-time, Part-time, Internship, Volunteer, or Summer Job? Take a look at our systems linked below for access to job opportunities!
Full-time Teaching and Education related positions can be found on the Handshake system.
Part-time, full-time, internship and volunteer education related opportunities can be found on your Brightspace – Education Unit Home Site – Job Board.
If you have a story to tell or an opportunity to share, please email education@trnty.edu.
We’d love to hear from you.
2022 – 2023
Dec 9: Student Teacher Commissioning Reception
Jan 4: Adult Program Orientation
Jan 9: Spring 2023 Student Teaching Orientation
Mar 15: Advising Day/Spring 2022 Connections Education Event
Apr 25: Young Authors Reception
Apr 26: Young Authors Festival
April 28: Student Teacher Commissioning Reception
Message from Dr. Boerman-Cornell, Professor of Education
For Young Authors’ Festival this year, our featured guest is writer Laura Martin. Laura is an amazing story teller who has had nearly ten books published so far. Imagine a future world in which civilization has collapsed and humans survive underground, hiding from the dinosaurs that roam the surface world. Or imagine a mandatory government camp where kids are trying to manage superpowers like the ability to turn invisible, or the ability to float above the ground. Or a world where two kids (who don’t like each other very much) must travel through time to fix glitches in history. Or imagine a family that makes its living by pulling off hoaxes – making people believe that Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster, and other mythological creatures are real. Laura Martin has written abut all of these situations in chapter books for upper elementary and middle grades that will have students reading on the edge of their seats some of the time, and at other times, will have them laughing out loud.
And even more amazing, Laura is the first guest author or illustrator at Young Authors who was once a Trinity Young Author herself. When she was in elementary school her story was selected and she came to Trinity for the festival.
As usual, the festival will also feature Trinity education students leading small groups in writing workshops as well as the TrinProv Team turning children’s stories into small plays. And, of course, the students will enjoy learning from Laura Martin what it takes to become an author.
Young Authors takes place on the evening of April 25 when all children are invited to hear Laura speak and enjoy some improv as well. On April 26 the students whose work has been selected by the teachers will enjoy a morning of writing activities just for them – which will also give Trinity students a chance to interact with the budding writers. Don’t miss it!
Dr. William Boerman-Cornell
Professor of Education
Young Authors 2023 - Save the Date
April 25, 2023: Young Authors Reception (6:30 PM)
April 26, 2023: Young Authors Festival (8:30 AM – 1 PM)
We are thrilled to announce our guest author is Laura Martin . She is the first Young Authors attendee to return as a published author. Read more below.
Faculty Accomplishments
Professor Boerman-Cornell and Friends Publish Book about How to Lead Discussions about Literature
At the end of October, Rowman and Littlefield (a small academic press) released Young Adult Literature and Spirituality: How to Unlock Deeper Understanding with Class Discussion. This book (written by Dr. B-C and some colleagues from a research group: Dr. Deb VanDuinen from Hope College, Dr. Kris Gritter from Seattle Pacific University, and Dr. Xu Bian, also from SPU.
The book considers thinking of young adult literature not as a story wrapped around a theme, but rather to think of the book as a type of prayer. The book considers the young adult book Internment as a prayer of lament, The Hate U Give as a prayer of yearning, Speak as a prayer of anger, Goodbye Days as confession, The War that Saved my Life as a prayer of thankfulness, Orbiting Jupiter as a prayer of obedience and so on.
The book also looks at ways to help teachers find ways for students to focus on the literature. Using discussion techniques drawn from ancient, medieval, and modern practices for scholars considering sacred texts, the book provides innovated approaches for teaching discussion about literature. These approaches were field tested in undergraduate and graduate classes at Trinity and in high schools and middle schools across the country. Boerman-Cornell says the teachers who used these approaches found them very helpful.
The book is available through Amazon or you can ask your local bookstore to order a copy.
Professional Development Series
As our Professional Development Series continues, we were excited to welcome 20 alumni and educator professionals, who attended our second workshop of the Fall 2022 Series.
Dr. Syreetha Yokley, Assistant Professor of Special Education, presented Minding Your Mental Work: Strategies for Destressing While You Teach (1 hour session)
“I was excited to offer my Professional Development session for helping teachers to de-stress while teaching. As a former secondary education teacher, I have experienced the day-to-day stressors that we often ignore because we do not want to acknowledge when we are mentally or physically fatigued or don’t want others to notice that our mental health might be suffering. I believe that presenting some simple strategies for alleviating teaching stress was well-received and hope that those who attended will find those strategies useful in their everyday teaching practice..” – Dr. Yokley
Next session: Nov 16 │3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Workshop III: Tired Teachers in Trying Times: Ways to Address Exhaustion presented by Dr. Latonia Winston, Director of Learning & Teaching Success
Fall 2022 Connections Event
On October 26th, the Education Unit was pleased to welcome nearly 60 schools, school districts and organizations to campus. Employers came from the Midwest and Internationally to meet with Trinity students.
Students came well prepared to network with the employers and learn about their current and upcoming openings. They even had the chance to learn about teaching abroad. Junior and Senior level students participated in Mock Interviews, which will prepare them for future interviews and career success.
We look forward to connecting students and employers at our Spring Connections event! Please Save-the-Date: March 15, 2023.
Career Opportunites
Ridge Lawn is currently looking for to fill several positions.
– FMLA Kindergarten Teacher – through March 2023 (*potential to start as early as November or could be a December/January start)
– Elementary Special Education Teacher
– Substitute teachers
– Paraprofessionals
To apply, please visit:
Chicago Ridge School District 127.5
Ridge Lawn is currently looking for to fill several positions.
– FMLA Kindergarten Teacher – through March 2023 (*potential to start as early as November or could be a December/January start)
– Elementary Special Education Teacher
– Substitute teachers
– Paraprofessionals
To apply, please visit:
Alliance Academy International (AAI) is seeking a kindergarten teacher.
Starting January 2023, at their
location in Quito, Ecuador. AAI seeks to recruit and retain professionals who are passionate and
committed equally to:
• Maturing in their spiritual ministry,
• Continually developing in their professional proficiency,
• Fostering their community role,
All in the context of a Christian international school serving a highly-diverse constituency.
To learn more:
Please contact Recruitment and Alumni
Relations Coordinator Ellen Evans at eevans@alliance.k12.ec. Serious applicants should please send a
prepared resume to Ms. Evens.
Middle School Writing Mentor
Calvin Christian School in South Holland is looking for a middle grades or English Education major to mentor their middle school student NANOWRIMO group. NANWRIMO stands for National Novel Writing Month. Students will be trying to write an entire novel in a month. (though there is some flexibility there).
Contact:
Principal Randy Moes at rmoes@calvinschool.org with any questions or to apply.
Are you looking for a Full-time, Part-time, Internship, Volunteer, or Summer Job? Take a look at our systems linked below for access to job opportunities!
Full-time Teaching and Education related positions can be found on the Handshake system.
Part-time, full-time, internship and volunteer education related opportunities can be found on your Brightspace – Education Unit Home Site – Job Board.
If you have a story to tell or an opportunity to share, please email education@trnty.edu.
We’d love to hear from you.
2022 – 2023
Dec 9: Student Teacher Commissioning Reception
Jan 4: Adult Program Orientation
Jan 9: Spring 2023 Student Teaching Orientation
Mar 15: Advising Day/Spring 2022 Connections Education Event
Apr 25: Young Authors Reception
Apr 26: Young Authors Festival
April 28: Student Teacher Commissioning Reception
Message From Assistant Professor
The pandemic made many of us realize human connection is vital to our success and to our life overall. We need connections. During the pandemic I often heard people ask, “when can we return to normal?” I never wanted ‘normal.’ I wanted an improvement. I hoped the pandemic would help all humans see the blessings and gifts of the world in a new way. I was ready for a new phase. The pandemic gave us the gift of time away for us to focus and prioritize what is important- to re-connect with ourselves.
As Trinity revitalizes into our next phase, we are also focused on connections as well. We have a new schedule for our traditional students that allows space on Wednesdays for connections. Some students are connecting to their faith. Some students are connecting to their body and health. Some students are connecting to partners for career growth opportunities. One student in class was telling me about a week ago about her new paid opportunity at a local Special Education Cooperative. She was able to take advantage of a Wednesday Opportunity and was hired as an aide for her Wednesdays. She is able to get to know a new school environment and was talking about how this experience is helping to shape what type of school and job she wants after graduation.
In just a couple of weeks we will host the Connections event. All of our students- traditional, adult, and graduate- are invited to connect with partners in the field, learn about job opportunities, engage in mock interviews, and overall network and connect. I know I can’t wait for the day and to see even more connections happen.
A good friend always says that you are never too busy for what is important. Continue making connections- trust me, it’s worth it. I can’t wait to continue to hear about where these opportunities bring our students next.
Dr. Sara Baillie Gorman, EdD, BCBA
Director of Education Operations │ Professor of Education
Faculty Accomplishments
Dr. William Boerman-Cornell, Professor of Education, provided a virtual presentation of “Using Graphic Novels to Teach in the Academic Disciplines: Connecting, Bridging, and Extending” at the Teacher Capacity Building on New Literacy and Media Conference (Universitas Kristen Krida Wacana, Jakarta, Indonesia) in August 2022.
Bill also presented “How Graphic Novels Help Us Learn” to the Palos Heights Public Library Community in September 2022.
Well done, Dr. Boerman-Cornell!
Professional Development Series
The Education Unit is excited to offer our Fall 2022 Professional Development (4 Session) Series. On Wednesday, Sept 21st we welcomed 16 professionals in K – 12 education (both Christian and Public) to our first session of the semester.
Dr. Michael Dieter, Assistant Professor, Department of Education, presented Building Relationships With Students Through Asset-Based Language (BIPs) (1 hour session)
“Through our group discussions participants showed the value they place on building positive relationships with their students.” – Dr. Dieter
Next session: Oct 19 │3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Workshop II: Minding Your Mental Work: Strategies for Destressing While You Teach presented by Dr. Syreetha Yokley, Assistant Professor of Special Education.
Adivising Day/Fall 2022 Connections Education Event
RSVP for Group Advising
Advising Day and Connections
Wednesday, October 26th
This day has been designed to provide you with information regarding your academic program, as well as providing the opportunity to network and make professional connections. Traditional education majors are expected to attend the following:
Schedule of Events:
8:00 AM – Group Advising Sessions begin (rsvp required)
Throughout the day – 1:1 meeting with your Advisor.
1:00 – 5:00 PM – Connections in the DeVos (Mitchell Gymnasium). Network with employers and practice your interviewing skills.
Young Authors 2023 - Save the Date
April 25, 2023: Young Authors Reception (6:30 PM)
April 26, 2023: Young Authors Festival (8:30 AM – 1 PM)
We are thrilled to announce our guest author is Laura Martin . She is the first Young Authors attendee to return as a published author. Read more below.
Trinity Wednesday Experience
Great opportunity to gain Trinity Wednesday Experience.
Classroom Helper
Chicago Southwest Christian (Tinley Park) – PAID Math Tutors needed on Wednesdays
Tutors are primarily needed for Math, Pre-Algebra and Algebra. It would be every other week from 1:15 – 2:30 PM. This is a paid position.
To apply, please email:
Philip Siemer, (psiemer@swchristian.org)
Principal, Southwest Chicago Christian Schools
Tinley Park Campus www.swchristian.org
Wednesday Career Day Visits
Join us on a visit to the sites below to learn about their organizations, initiatives, employment opportunities, and to engage with their teachers and students.
Visit Agenda:
– Welcome presentation from Administration
– Site/Campus Tour
– Classroom Observation or Meet and Greet
– Q&A with teachers and staff
We will be taking the Trinity bus to the Career Visits. Registration is limited.
Nov 2nd (8:30 AM – 1:00 PM)
Career Day Visit (Chicago West Side Christian School)
Nov 9th (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
Career Day Visit (Bethshan)
Please contact education@trnty.edu with any questions.
Are you looking for a Full-time, Part-time, Internship, Volunteer, or Summer Job? Take a look at our systems linked below for access to job opportunities!
Full-time Teaching and Education related positions can be found on the Handshake system.
Part-time, full-time, internship and volunteer education related opportunities can be found on your Brightspace – Education Unit Home Site – Job Board.
If you have a story to tell or an opportunity to share, please email education@trnty.edu.
We’d love to hear from you.
2022 – 2023
Oct 26: Advising Day/Fall 2022 Connections Education Event
Nov 2nd: Career Day Visit (Chicago West Side Christian School)
Nov 9th – Career Day Visit (Bethshan)
Dec 9: Student Teacher Commissioning Reception
Jan 4: Adult Program Orientation
Jan 9: Spring 2023 Student Teaching Orientation
Mar 15: Advising Day/Spring 2022 Connections Education Event
Apr 25: Young Authors Reception
Apr 26: Young Authors Festival
April 28: Student Teacher Commissioning Reception
Message From Assistant Professor
The pandemic made many of us realize human connection is vital to our success and to our life overall. We need connections. During the pandemic I often heard people ask, “when can we return to normal?” I never wanted ‘normal.’ I wanted an improvement. I hoped the pandemic would help all humans see the blessings and gifts of the world in a new way. I was ready for a new phase. The pandemic gave us the gift of time away for us to focus and prioritize what is important- to re-connect with ourselves.
As Trinity revitalizes into our next phase, we are also focused on connections as well. We have a new schedule for our traditional students that allows space on Wednesdays for connections. Some students are connecting to their faith. Some students are connecting to their body and health. Some students are connecting to partners for career growth opportunities. One student in class was telling me about a week ago about her new paid opportunity at a local Special Education Cooperative. She was able to take advantage of a Wednesday Opportunity and was hired as an aide for her Wednesdays. She is able to get to know a new school environment and was talking about how this experience is helping to shape what type of school and job she wants after graduation.
In just a couple of weeks we will host the Connections event. All of our students- traditional, adult, and graduate- are invited to connect with partners in the field, learn about job opportunities, engage in mock interviews, and overall network and connect. I know I can’t wait for the day and to see even more connections happen.
A good friend always says that you are never too busy for what is important. Continue making connections- trust me, it’s worth it. I can’t wait to continue to hear about where these opportunities bring our students next.
Dr. Sara Baillie Gorman, EdD, BCBA
Director of Education Operations │ Professor of Education
Faculty Accomplishments
Dr. William Boerman-Cornell, Professor of Education, provided a virtual presentation of “Using Graphic Novels to Teach in the Academic Disciplines: Connecting, Bridging, and Extending” at the Teacher Capacity Building on New Literacy and Media Conference (Universitas Kristen Krida Wacana, Jakarta, Indonesia) in August 2022.
Bill also presented “How Graphic Novels Help Us Learn” to the Palos Heights Public Library Community in September 2022.
Well done, Dr. Boerman-Cornell!
Professional Development Series
The Education Unit is excited to offer our Fall 2022 Professional Development (4 Session) Series. On Wednesday, Sept 21st we welcomed 16 professionals in K – 12 education (both Christian and Public) to our first session of the semester.
Dr. Michael Dieter, Assistant Professor, Department of Education, presented Building Relationships With Students Through Asset-Based Language (BIPs) (1 hour session)
“Through our group discussions participants showed the value they place on building positive relationships with their students.” – Dr. Dieter
Next session: Oct 19 │3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Workshop II: Minding Your Mental Work: Strategies for Destressing While You Teach presented by Dr. Syreetha Yokley, Assistant Professor of Special Education.
Adivising Day/Fall 2022 Connections Education Event
RSVP for Group Advising
Advising Day and Connections
Wednesday, October 26th
This day has been designed to provide you with information regarding your academic program, as well as providing the opportunity to network and make professional connections. Traditional education majors are expected to attend the following:
Schedule of Events:
8:00 AM – Group Advising Sessions begin (rsvp required)
Throughout the day – 1:1 meeting with your Advisor.
1:00 – 5:00 PM – Connections in the DeVos (Mitchell Gymnasium). Network with employers and practice your interviewing skills.
Young Authors 2023 - Save the Date
April 25, 2023: Young Authors Reception (6:30 PM)
April 26, 2023: Young Authors Festival (8:30 AM – 1 PM)
We are thrilled to announce our guest author is Laura Martin . She is the first Young Authors attendee to return as a published author. Read more below.
Trinity Wednesday Experience
Great opportunity to gain Trinity Wednesday Experience.
Classroom Helper
Chicago Southwest Christian (Tinley Park) – PAID Math Tutors needed on Wednesdays
Tutors are primarily needed for Math, Pre-Algebra and Algebra. It would be every other week from 1:15 – 2:30 PM. This is a paid position.
To apply, please email:
Philip Siemer, (psiemer@swchristian.org)
Principal, Southwest Chicago Christian Schools
Tinley Park Campus www.swchristian.org
Wednesday Career Day Visits
Join us on a visit to the sites below to learn about their organizations, initiatives, employment opportunities, and to engage with their teachers and students.
Visit Agenda:
– Welcome presentation from Administration
– Site/Campus Tour
– Classroom Observation or Meet and Greet
– Q&A with teachers and staff
We will be taking the Trinity bus to the Career Visits. Registration is limited.
Nov 2nd (8:30 AM – 1:00 PM)
Career Day Visit (Chicago West Side Christian School)
Nov 9th (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
Career Day Visit (Bethshan)
Please contact education@trnty.edu with any questions.
Are you looking for a Full-time, Part-time, Internship, Volunteer, or Summer Job? Take a look at our systems linked below for access to job opportunities!
Full-time Teaching and Education related positions can be found on the Handshake system.
Part-time, full-time, internship and volunteer education related opportunities can be found on your Brightspace – Education Unit Home Site – Job Board.
If you have a story to tell or an opportunity to share, please email education@trnty.edu.
We’d love to hear from you.
2022 – 2023
Oct 26: Advising Day/Fall 2022 Connections Education Event
Nov 2nd: Career Day Visit (Chicago West Side Christian School)
Nov 9th – Career Day Visit (Bethshan)
Dec 9: Student Teacher Commissioning Reception
Jan 4: Adult Program Orientation
Jan 9: Spring 2023 Student Teaching Orientation
Mar 15: Advising Day/Spring 2022 Connections Education Event
Apr 25: Young Authors Reception
Apr 26: Young Authors Festival
April 28: Student Teacher Commissioning Reception
Message From Assistant Professor
The pandemic made many of us realize human connection is vital to our success and to our life overall. We need connections. During the pandemic I often heard people ask, “when can we return to normal?” I never wanted ‘normal.’ I wanted an improvement. I hoped the pandemic would help all humans see the blessings and gifts of the world in a new way. I was ready for a new phase. The pandemic gave us the gift of time away for us to focus and prioritize what is important- to re-connect with ourselves.
As Trinity revitalizes into our next phase, we are also focused on connections as well. We have a new schedule for our traditional students that allows space on Wednesdays for connections. Some students are connecting to their faith. Some students are connecting to their body and health. Some students are connecting to partners for career growth opportunities. One student in class was telling me about a week ago about her new paid opportunity at a local Special Education Cooperative. She was able to take advantage of a Wednesday Opportunity and was hired as an aide for her Wednesdays. She is able to get to know a new school environment and was talking about how this experience is helping to shape what type of school and job she wants after graduation.
In just a couple of weeks we will host the Connections event. All of our students- traditional, adult, and graduate- are invited to connect with partners in the field, learn about job opportunities, engage in mock interviews, and overall network and connect. I know I can’t wait for the day and to see even more connections happen.
A good friend always says that you are never too busy for what is important. Continue making connections- trust me, it’s worth it. I can’t wait to continue to hear about where these opportunities bring our students next.
Dr. Sara Baillie Gorman, EdD, BCBA
Director of Education Operations │ Professor of Education
Faculty Accomplishments
Dr. William Boerman-Cornell, Professor of Education, provided a virtual presentation of “Using Graphic Novels to Teach in the Academic Disciplines: Connecting, Bridging, and Extending” at the Teacher Capacity Building on New Literacy and Media Conference (Universitas Kristen Krida Wacana, Jakarta, Indonesia) in August 2022.
Bill also presented “How Graphic Novels Help Us Learn” to the Palos Heights Public Library Community in September 2022.
Well done, Dr. Boerman-Cornell!
Professional Development Series
The Education Unit is excited to offer our Fall 2022 Professional Development (4 Session) Series. On Wednesday, Sept 21st we welcomed 16 professionals in K – 12 education (both Christian and Public) to our first session of the semester.
Dr. Michael Dieter, Assistant Professor, Department of Education, presented Building Relationships With Students Through Asset-Based Language (BIPs) (1 hour session)
“Through our group discussions participants showed the value they place on building positive relationships with their students.” – Dr. Dieter
Next session: Oct 19 │3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Workshop II: Minding Your Mental Work: Strategies for Destressing While You Teach presented by Dr. Syreetha Yokley, Assistant Professor of Special Education.
Adivising Day/Fall 2022 Connections Education Event
RSVP for Group Advising
Advising Day and Connections
Wednesday, October 26th
This day has been designed to provide you with information regarding your academic program, as well as providing the opportunity to network and make professional connections. Traditional education majors are expected to attend the following:
Schedule of Events:
8:00 AM – Group Advising Sessions begin (rsvp required)
Throughout the day – 1:1 meeting with your Advisor.
1:00 – 5:00 PM – Connections in the DeVos (Mitchell Gymnasium). Network with employers and practice your interviewing skills.
Young Authors 2023 - Save the Date
April 25, 2023: Young Authors Reception (6:30 PM)
April 26, 2023: Young Authors Festival (8:30 AM – 1 PM)
We are thrilled to announce our guest author is Laura Martin . She is the first Young Authors attendee to return as a published author. Read more below.
Trinity Wednesday Experience
Great opportunity to gain Trinity Wednesday Experience.
Classroom Helper
Chicago Southwest Christian (Tinley Park) – PAID Math Tutors needed on Wednesdays
Tutors are primarily needed for Math, Pre-Algebra and Algebra. It would be every other week from 1:15 – 2:30 PM. This is a paid position.
To apply, please email:
Philip Siemer, (psiemer@swchristian.org)
Principal, Southwest Chicago Christian Schools
Tinley Park Campus www.swchristian.org
Wednesday Career Day Visits
Join us on a visit to the sites below to learn about their organizations, initiatives, employment opportunities, and to engage with their teachers and students.
Visit Agenda:
– Welcome presentation from Administration
– Site/Campus Tour
– Classroom Observation or Meet and Greet
– Q&A with teachers and staff
We will be taking the Trinity bus to the Career Visits. Registration is limited.
Nov 2nd (8:30 AM – 1:00 PM)
Career Day Visit (Chicago West Side Christian School)
Nov 9th (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
Career Day Visit (Bethshan)
Please contact education@trnty.edu with any questions.
Are you looking for a Full-time, Part-time, Internship, Volunteer, or Summer Job? Take a look at our systems linked below for access to job opportunities!
Full-time Teaching and Education related positions can be found on the Handshake system.
Part-time, full-time, internship and volunteer education related opportunities can be found on your Brightspace – Education Unit Home Site – Job Board.
If you have a story to tell or an opportunity to share, please email education@trnty.edu.
We’d love to hear from you.
2022 – 2023
Oct 26: Advising Day/Fall 2022 Connections Education Event
Nov 2nd: Career Day Visit (Chicago West Side Christian School)
Nov 9th – Career Day Visit (Bethshan)
Dec 9: Student Teacher Commissioning Reception
Jan 4: Adult Program Orientation
Jan 9: Spring 2023 Student Teaching Orientation
Mar 15: Advising Day/Spring 2022 Connections Education Event
Apr 25: Young Authors Reception
Apr 26: Young Authors Festival
April 28: Student Teacher Commissioning Reception
Message From Assistant Professor
The pandemic made many of us realize human connection is vital to our success and to our life overall. We need connections. During the pandemic I often heard people ask, “when can we return to normal?” I never wanted ‘normal.’ I wanted an improvement. I hoped the pandemic would help all humans see the blessings and gifts of the world in a new way. I was ready for a new phase. The pandemic gave us the gift of time away for us to focus and prioritize what is important- to re-connect with ourselves.
As Trinity revitalizes into our next phase, we are also focused on connections as well. We have a new schedule for our traditional students that allows space on Wednesdays for connections. Some students are connecting to their faith. Some students are connecting to their body and health. Some students are connecting to partners for career growth opportunities. One student in class was telling me about a week ago about her new paid opportunity at a local Special Education Cooperative. She was able to take advantage of a Wednesday Opportunity and was hired as an aide for her Wednesdays. She is able to get to know a new school environment and was talking about how this experience is helping to shape what type of school and job she wants after graduation.
In just a couple of weeks we will host the Connections event. All of our students- traditional, adult, and graduate- are invited to connect with partners in the field, learn about job opportunities, engage in mock interviews, and overall network and connect. I know I can’t wait for the day and to see even more connections happen.
A good friend always says that you are never too busy for what is important. Continue making connections- trust me, it’s worth it. I can’t wait to continue to hear about where these opportunities bring our students next.
Dr. Sara Baillie Gorman, EdD, BCBA
Director of Education Operations │ Professor of Education
Faculty Accomplishments
Dr. William Boerman-Cornell, Professor of Education, provided a virtual presentation of “Using Graphic Novels to Teach in the Academic Disciplines: Connecting, Bridging, and Extending” at the Teacher Capacity Building on New Literacy and Media Conference (Universitas Kristen Krida Wacana, Jakarta, Indonesia) in August 2022.
Bill also presented “How Graphic Novels Help Us Learn” to the Palos Heights Public Library Community in September 2022.
Well done, Dr. Boerman-Cornell!
Professional Development Series
The Education Unit is excited to offer our Fall 2022 Professional Development (4 Session) Series. On Wednesday, Sept 21st we welcomed 16 professionals in K – 12 education (both Christian and Public) to our first session of the semester.
Dr. Michael Dieter, Assistant Professor, Department of Education, presented Building Relationships With Students Through Asset-Based Language (BIPs) (1 hour session)
“Through our group discussions participants showed the value they place on building positive relationships with their students.” – Dr. Dieter
Next session: Oct 19 │3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Workshop II: Minding Your Mental Work: Strategies for Destressing While You Teach presented by Dr. Syreetha Yokley, Assistant Professor of Special Education.
Adivising Day/Fall 2022 Connections Education Event
RSVP for Group Advising
Advising Day and Connections
Wednesday, October 26th
This day has been designed to provide you with information regarding your academic program, as well as providing the opportunity to network and make professional connections. Traditional education majors are expected to attend the following:
Schedule of Events:
8:00 AM – Group Advising Sessions begin (rsvp required)
Throughout the day – 1:1 meeting with your Advisor.
1:00 – 5:00 PM – Connections in the DeVos (Mitchell Gymnasium). Network with employers and practice your interviewing skills.
Young Authors 2023 - Save the Date
April 25, 2023: Young Authors Reception (6:30 PM)
April 26, 2023: Young Authors Festival (8:30 AM – 1 PM)
We are thrilled to announce our guest author is Laura Martin . She is the first Young Authors attendee to return as a published author. Read more below.
Trinity Wednesday Experience
Great opportunity to gain Trinity Wednesday Experience.
Classroom Helper
Chicago Southwest Christian (Tinley Park) – PAID Math Tutors needed on Wednesdays
Tutors are primarily needed for Math, Pre-Algebra and Algebra. It would be every other week from 1:15 – 2:30 PM. This is a paid position.
To apply, please email:
Philip Siemer, (psiemer@swchristian.org)
Principal, Southwest Chicago Christian Schools
Tinley Park Campus www.swchristian.org
Wednesday Career Day Visits
Join us on a visit to the sites below to learn about their organizations, initiatives, employment opportunities, and to engage with their teachers and students.
Visit Agenda:
– Welcome presentation from Administration
– Site/Campus Tour
– Classroom Observation or Meet and Greet
– Q&A with teachers and staff
We will be taking the Trinity bus to the Career Visits. Registration is limited.
Nov 2nd (8:30 AM – 1:00 PM)
Career Day Visit (Chicago West Side Christian School)
Nov 9th (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
Career Day Visit (Bethshan)
Please contact education@trnty.edu with any questions.
Are you looking for a Full-time, Part-time, Internship, Volunteer, or Summer Job? Take a look at our systems linked below for access to job opportunities!
Full-time Teaching and Education related positions can be found on the Handshake system.
Part-time, full-time, internship and volunteer education related opportunities can be found on your Brightspace – Education Unit Home Site – Job Board.
If you have a story to tell or an opportunity to share, please email education@trnty.edu.
We’d love to hear from you.
2022 – 2023
Oct 26: Advising Day/Fall 2022 Connections Education Event
Nov 2nd: Career Day Visit (Chicago West Side Christian School)
Nov 9th – Career Day Visit (Bethshan)
Dec 9: Student Teacher Commissioning Reception
Jan 4: Adult Program Orientation
Jan 9: Spring 2023 Student Teaching Orientation
Mar 15: Advising Day/Spring 2022 Connections Education Event
Apr 25: Young Authors Reception
Apr 26: Young Authors Festival
April 28: Student Teacher Commissioning Reception
Message From Assistant Professor
The start of the school year is such an exciting time! Harry K. Wong, an award-winning teacher, a new teacher advocate, and the co-author of First Days of School has often said, “The most important day of a person’s education is the first day of school, not graduation day.” I like to think this is true for the first day of school…every year.
To our graduate students, I hope your classes are off to a great start and that you are managing your schedule. Most of you are teaching full time and also enrolled in one of our graduate programs as a student. I know from experience this can be very hard to manage. You’ve got this.
To our undergraduate traditional and adult students, I hope you have had the chance to get into or continue your work at a school to start your field experience hours. Field experience is our signature pedagogy. There is no better way for you to learn about student engagement, assessment, curriculum, differentiation, and so much more than from those that model these things day and in and day out in their teaching practices.
To our student teachers, I hope your experiences in your placements so far have been positive and encouraging. I know you may feel overwhelmed, but enjoy this time and soak it all in. There may not be another time in the trajectory of your career in the field of education where you can learn the art of teaching from someone else so intimately and closely.
To our alumni, thanks for representing Trinity’s teacher education program so well. We are thankful for you and are confident you are serving with excellence in education in your classrooms, schools, districts, offices, or wherever you are.
Have a wonderful school year!
Dr. Kelly Lenarz, Ed.D.
Dean of Education │ Associate Professor
Faculty Accomplishments
Sara Baillie Gorman, Professor of Education/ Director of Education Operations, was recently interviewed by WORLD (Sound journalism, grounded in facts and Biblical truth) regarding the current shortage of Special Education teachers. Professor Baillie Gorman addressed the impact of the shortage on teachers, as well as the role of Christian teachers in special education.
To learn more, please read the article “Experts warn about teacher shortages in special education” here or listen to the podcast here.
Well done, Professor Baillie-Gorman!
Student Teaching Orientation
On Monday, August 22, 2022, we welcomed nearly 30 student teachers to campus for their Fall 2022 Student Teaching Orientation. The students were also able to connect with their college supervisors for a brief meet and greet.
We are confident that these students will make a tremendous impact in the classrooms this fall and we look forward to celebrating their experiences.
Adivising Day/Fall 2022 Connections Education Event
Save-the-Date
Advising Day and our Fall 2022 Connections Education Event are both held on October 26th.
Education students will be expected to attend the following:
- Your Specific Group Advising Session
- Your advisor meeting with your Advisor
The Connections Education Event
Mark your Calendars…
And be sure to attend the Connections Education Event and meet with schools/organizations looking to hire teachers, substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, classroom aides, translators, afterschool program leaders, academic tutors, peer buddies, and more.
You will find great opportunities to gain “Trinity Wednesday” experience(s) with these organizations.
Trinity Wednesday Experience
Great opportunity to gain Trinity Wednesday Experience.
Classroom Helper
Southwest Cook County Cooperative Association for Special Education (SWCCCASE) has partnered with Trinity Christian College to offer paid Classroom Helper positions.
This position is part -time, 4 hours (10 am – 2 pm), $15/hr. Students will choose the day(s) they are able to work.
Apply online at https://bit.ly/3RqSNXV (under Employment- Support Staff/Classroom Helper).
Please email Diane Gallik, Administrator at dgallik@swcccase.org.
Professional Development Series
Are you looking for a Full-time, Part-time, Internship, Volunteer, or Summer Job? Take a look at our systems linked below for access to job opportunities!
Full-time Teaching and Education related positions can be found on the Handshake system.
Part-time, full-time, internship and volunteer education related opportunities can be found on your Brightspace – Education Unit Home Site – Job Board.
If you have a story to tell or an opportunity to share, please email education@trnty.edu.
We’d love to hear from you.
2022 – 2023
Oct 26: Advising Day/Fall 2022 Connections Education Event
Dec 9: Student Teacher Commissioning Reception
Jan 4: Adult Program Orientation
Jan 9: Spring 2023 Student Teaching Orientation
Mar 15: Advising Day/Spring 2022 Connections Education Event
Apr 25: Young Authors Reception
Apr 26: Young Authors Festival
April 28: Student Teacher Commissioning Reception
Message From Assistant Professor
The start of the school year is such an exciting time! Harry K. Wong, an award-winning teacher, a new teacher advocate, and the co-author of First Days of School has often said, “The most important day of a person’s education is the first day of school, not graduation day.” I like to think this is true for the first day of school…every year.
To our graduate students, I hope your classes are off to a great start and that you are managing your schedule. Most of you are teaching full time and also enrolled in one of our graduate programs as a student. I know from experience this can be very hard to manage. You’ve got this.
To our undergraduate traditional and adult students, I hope you have had the chance to get into or continue your work at a school to start your field experience hours. Field experience is our signature pedagogy. There is no better way for you to learn about student engagement, assessment, curriculum, differentiation, and so much more than from those that model these things day and in and day out in their teaching practices.
To our student teachers, I hope your experiences in your placements so far have been positive and encouraging. I know you may feel overwhelmed, but enjoy this time and soak it all in. There may not be another time in the trajectory of your career in the field of education where you can learn the art of teaching from someone else so intimately and closely.
To our alumni, thanks for representing Trinity’s teacher education program so well. We are thankful for you and are confident you are serving with excellence in education in your classrooms, schools, districts, offices, or wherever you are.
Have a wonderful school year!
Dr. Kelly Lenarz, Ed.D.
Dean of Education │ Associate Professor
Faculty Accomplishments
Sara Baillie Gorman, Professor of Education/ Director of Education Operations, was recently interviewed by WORLD (Sound journalism, grounded in facts and Biblical truth) regarding the current shortage of Special Education teachers. Professor Baillie Gorman addressed the impact of the shortage on teachers, as well as the role of Christian teachers in special education.
To learn more, please read the article “Experts warn about teacher shortages in special education” here or listen to the podcast here.
Well done, Professor Baillie-Gorman!
Student Teaching Orientation
On Monday, August 22, 2022, we welcomed nearly 30 student teachers to campus for their Fall 2022 Student Teaching Orientation. The students were also able to connect with their college supervisors for a brief meet and greet.
We are confident that these students will make a tremendous impact in the classrooms this fall and we look forward to celebrating their experiences.
Adivising Day/Fall 2022 Connections Education Event
Save-the-Date
Advising Day and our Fall 2022 Connections Education Event are both held on October 26th.
Education students will be expected to attend the following:
- Your Specific Group Advising Session
- Your advisor meeting with your Advisor
The Connections Education Event
Mark your Calendars…
And be sure to attend the Connections Education Event and meet with schools/organizations looking to hire teachers, substitute teachers, paraprofessionals, classroom aides, translators, afterschool program leaders, academic tutors, peer buddies, and more.
You will find great opportunities to gain “Trinity Wednesday” experience(s) with these organizations.
Trinity Wednesday Experience
Great opportunity to gain Trinity Wednesday Experience.
Classroom Helper
Southwest Cook County Cooperative Association for Special Education (SWCCCASE) has partnered with Trinity Christian College to offer paid Classroom Helper positions.
This position is part -time, 4 hours (10 am – 2 pm), $15/hr. Students will choose the day(s) they are able to work.
Apply online at https://bit.ly/3RqSNXV (under Employment- Support Staff/Classroom Helper).
Please email Diane Gallik, Administrator at dgallik@swcccase.org.
Professional Development Series
Are you looking for a Full-time, Part-time, Internship, Volunteer, or Summer Job? Take a look at our systems linked below for access to job opportunities!
Full-time Teaching and Education related positions can be found on the Handshake system.
Part-time, full-time, internship and volunteer education related opportunities can be found on your Brightspace – Education Unit Home Site – Job Board.
If you have a story to tell or an opportunity to share, please email education@trnty.edu.
We’d love to hear from you.
2022 – 2023
Oct 26: Advising Day/Fall 2022 Connections Education Event
Dec 9: Student Teacher Commissioning Reception
Jan 4: Adult Program Orientation
Jan 9: Spring 2023 Student Teaching Orientation
Mar 15: Advising Day/Spring 2022 Connections Education Event
Apr 25: Young Authors Reception
Apr 26: Young Authors Festival
April 28: Student Teacher Commissioning Reception