Faculty and Staff
Elmhurst education faculty members are outstanding teachers, scholars, and practitioners.
Members of the faculty have been recognized by the State of Illinois, and a variety of professional organizations.
Faculty members hold leadership roles in state and national professional organizations, maintain impressive publishing and professional service records, and remain true to the fundamental focus of excellence in teaching and support for their students.
The faculty is equally committed to staying abreast of new scholarship and policies in the field through continual review and synthesis of current research findings, methodology and teaching strategies, and innovation in technology and curriculum.
Full-Time Faculty
Joseph P. Elliott, Ed.D.
Assistant Professor and Associate Chair of Licensure
Amanda "Amy" Passmore, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor and Director of Graduate Programs
Jaime Zurheide, Ph.D.
Associate Professor and Associate Chair of Curriculum
Administrative Staff
Professional Staff
Michael Jankiewicz, Ed.D.
Educator Licensure Officer
William Slodki
Adjunct Faculty and Director of Teacher Education Admission