Faculty

Assistant Professor of Special Education, Chair of Initial Licensure Office Phone: 630-844-7849
Email: jgont@aurora.edu Education: PhD, Concordia University-Chicago
MA, Curriculum and Instruction, Concordia University-Chicago
Graduate Coursework in Administration and Supervisory Leadership, DePaul University
BS, Education/Special Education, Illinois State University Favorite thing about AU: “Sharing in the learning experience with our passionate and enthusiastic learning community of students and faculty.”

Associate Professor of Education, Coordinator of Early Childhood Special Education Office Phone: 630-844-4234
Email: dhobbs@aurora.edu Education: EdD, Curriculum and Instruction, Loyola University
MEd, Early Childhood Education, National Louis University
BS, Elementary and Special Education, Northern Illinois University Favorite thing about AU: "The passionate, energetic learning community of students and faculty, which is a powerful and enriching experience!"

Lecturer of ESL/Bilingual, Coordinator of ESL/Bilingual Program Office Phone: 630-844-5410
Email: lsandoval@aurora.edu Education: Master of Education in Leadership and Administration, Concordia University
Master of Education in Reading and Learning Disabilities, DePaul University
Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education
ESL/Bilingual Endorsements, DePaul University and National Lewis University Favorite thing about AU: “Having the opportunity to teach, coach, and mentor future educators has been a rewarding experience. I am grateful to be part of a learning community that feels like a family and promises a high-quality education that helps students reach their full potential.”