Jeannie has been in distance learning for over 20 years and is currently an adjunct instructor of English at Elgin, Waubonsee, and College of DuPage. While she teaches primarily online, she occasionally enjoys teaching in a face-to-face environment. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication: Journalism from Illinois State University and her Masters in Writing with an emphasis of literary writing from DePaul University. She completed a Master Online Teaching Certificate from Illinois Online Network in 2010 and ACUE's Certificate in Effective Teaching Practices as well as their Inclusive Teaching for Equitable Learning microcredential this year. Now that her four children are older, she is able to focus more on faculty development and engagement, which, coupled with online teaching, is her true passion in education.  

Amanda is the Assistant Director of Innovative Teaching and Learning at NIU, an adjunct professor, and an active community theatre board member/director/actor. She began teaching in 2008 and has been adjunct teaching for ECC's English Department since 2015. She also tutored in The Write Place for a number of years. Amanda holds a Ph.D. in English from NIU and has extensive experience in higher education. An ACUE-credentialed educator, Amanda specializes in developmental education, online teaching, and faculty development. Amanda's research interests include equity in education, accessibility, and innovative pedagogical approaches. Amanda was recently awarded the 2024 Pick Laudati Rare Books and Special Collections Fellowship through Northern Illinois University Libraries and looks forward to examining racial prejudice and xenophobia in H.P. Lovecraft's original works and their impact on contemporary cosmic horror narratives, particularly focusing on how Lovecraft Country grapples with this problematic legacy while addressing contemporary racial issues.

Hope is a professor, therapist and professional trouble maker. Having worked at ECC for 12 years, she is proud to be ECC and considers this home. Hope started as an adjunct in Sociology and then moved to the administration side of things as the Director of CETL. Hope is currently an Assistant Professor in Human Services and is thrilled to have recently earned tenure. Hope is a founding member of TIDE and QuEST and is activity engaged in many things across campus. Hope recently completed a two year equity coaching program through the National Alliance of Partnerships in Equity (NAPE). With over 25 years of clinical and teaching experience, Hope has made a career of working for social justice, equity, inclusion and diversity. Hope is best known for her down-to-earth approach and "real talk", especially when it comes to teaching and learning and equity, diversity and inclusivity. 

Come back soon to learn more about the newest lead for Spring 2024 who teaches in Communication Design. 

Sarah has been teaching for nearly 15 years as an adjunct instructor at College of DuPage, Elmhurst University, Waubonsee Community College, and here at Elgin. Sarah teaches both online and in person courses in English, Developmental Composition, Literature, and Study Skills. She earned her BA in English from Elmhurst University, Masters in English from Loyola University, and a Masters in Education from National Louis University. Additionally, she has recently received ACUE's Certificate in Effective Teaching Practices as well as their Fostering a Culture of Belonging microcredential. Sarah is looking forward to sharing her experience and perspective with the team. 

Meghan has been teaching at Elgin since 2019 in the Adult Basic Education Department. She currently teaches courses in English, Literature, Science, History, and Constitution. Previously she taught at College of DuPage and Waubonsee Community College in the Adult Ed and ESL Departments. Meghan earned her BS in Education from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, her Masters in Reading from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls, and her Masters in History from Arizona State University. She developed curriculum for the Bridge and Constitution classes and collaborated internationally to create a class focused on colonization in Ghana and South Africa. Meghan presented “Are you Ready” at IACEA and “Creating Strong Relationships in the Classroom” at Teach ECC and APC. She also continues to mentor students as part of the Center for Undergraduate Research, Innovation and Creativity and is the faculty advisor for National Adult Honor Society. Meghan is excited to use her perspectives and experiences to create meaningful learning opportunities with her cohort.