Elementary-Secondary Education Department
Gail Gordon-Allen
Acting Department Chair
The Elementary and Secondary Education Department at Truman College is dedicated to providing high-quality, accessible, and inclusive professional learning opportunities that meet the evolving needs of educators and aspiring education professionals. Our programs are intentionally structured to accommodate a broad spectrum of roles in education, including classroom teachers, paraprofessionals, and those transitioning into the field. We recognize that adult learners have diverse needs and preferences, which is why we offer a wide array of flexible learning formats. These offerings are available in both online and face-to-face modalities to ensure maximum accessibility and participation.
A key feature of our department is our collaborative approach to professional learning. We work closely with school districts, educational organizations, and community partners to design and deliver customized professional development plans that address the unique goals and challenges of each group. Whether supporting instructional improvement, certification preparation, or leadership development, we are committed to creating meaningful learning experiences that are relevant and immediately applicable.
Our department also prioritizes cultivating a professional community where educators at all stages of their careers can come together to share insights, explore common challenges, and reflect on their practice. We strive to create a welcoming and intellectually engaging space that supports personal and professional growth through flexible, practitioner-focused learning environments.
Our faculty members are selected based on their academic credentials, teaching expertise, and practical experience in the field of education. Each instructor holds advanced degrees and brings deep, real-world knowledge of instructional practice, policy, and leadership. Their varied backgrounds enhance the richness of our course offerings and ensure that our programs remain responsive to current trends, research, and needs within the education sector. Through their guidance, our learners are empowered to advance in their professional journeys and contribute meaningfully to their educational communities.
Careers in the field of Education |
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Elementary School Teacher |
Academic Coach |
High School Teacher |
School Counselor |
College Professor |
Career Counselor |
Researcher |
Art Teacher |
Biology Teacher |
ESL Teacher |
Bilingual Education Teacher |
Mathematics Teacher |
History Teacher |
Physical Education Teacher |
Music Teacher |
School Principal |
Curriculum Coordinator |
Literacy Coach/Interventionist |
Special Education Teacher |
Assistant School Principal |
Endorsements
Watch the video to learn what a teaching endorsement is and the qualifications needed to earn a teaching endorsement.
For more information regarding earning an endorsement at Truman College, contact Dr. Evelyn Murdock, Director of Teacher Licensure & Professional Development at (773) 907-4455 or via email at trcendorsements@ccc.edu
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The Elementary-Secondary Education Department provides approved coursework that can be used to obtain supplemental teaching endorsements. The ESE Department offers endorsements in the following areas:
Bilingual Educator Endorsement, Basic Certificate
English as a Second Language, Basic Certificate
Learning Behavior Specialist 1, Basic Certificate
Degrees Offered
Associate in Arts, Elementary Education (teaching 3rd grade – 8th grade)
Associate in Science, Biology Education (teaching 9th grade – 12th grade)
Associate in Science, Chemistry Education (teaching 9th grade – 12th grade)
Associate in Arts, English Education (teaching 9th grade – 12th grade)
Associate in Arts, French Education (teaching 9th grade – 12th grade)
Associate in Science, General Science Education (teaching 3rd grade – 8th grade)
Associate in Science, Mathematics Education (teaching 3rd grade – 8th grade)
Associate in Arts, Physical Education (teaching K-12th grade)
Associate in Arts, Social Science Education (teaching 9th grade – 12th grade)
Associate in Arts, Spanish Education (teaching 9th grade – 12th grade)
Associate in Arts, Special Education (teaching 9th grade- 12th grade)
Faculty and Staff
NAME |
TITLE |
PHONE |
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OFFICE |
Gail Gordon-Allen |
Acting Department Chair |
(773) 907-4707 |
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McKeon Building Suite 162 |
Hollie Ware-Jaye |
Co-Department Chair |
(773) 907-4707 |
McKeon Building Suite 162 |
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Slaney Palmer |
Faculty Member |
(773) 907-4494 |
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Main Building Room 2842 |
Arelys Alcozer |
Instructor |
(773) 907-4707 |
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Main Building Room L928 |
Lorelei Carver, Ph.D. |
Instructor |
(773) 907-4707 |
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Main Building Room L928 |
Dr. Melissa Feiger |
Instructor |
(773) 907-4707 |
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Main Building Room L928 |
Jezail Jackson |
Instructor |
(773) 907-4707 |
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Main Building Room L928 |