Early Elementary (Pre-K-4) Education (B.A.)

Program Overview

La Salle University's Early Elementary Education program prepares students to teach in regular education classrooms from Pre-K to 4th grade. The program emphasizes social justice, equity, and the linguistic and cultural resources of students and communities. Graduates are highly desirable candidates for schools both locally and globally and are prepared for state certification, graduate school, the workforce, and the world.

Program Outline

at La Salle University

Degree Overview

What You'll Learn:

• Prepares students to teach in regular education classrooms.
• Graduates are highly desirable candidates for schools both locally and globally.
• Early elementary majors are also required to major in American Studies.
• Successful completion leads to recommendations for Instructional I certification in early elementary education (PreK–4).

• Focuses on laying the groundwork for bigger connections.
• Prepares students to be the best teachers while instilling a commitment to social justice and equity grounded in the Lasallian mission.
• Privileges the linguistic and cultural resources of students and communities.
• Values engaged scholarship and advocacy practices.
• Seeks leadership opportunities to make transformative change.
• Graduates will be prepared for state certification, graduate school, the workforce, and the world.

Other:

Teaching

Highlighted Courses:

• EDC 104 – Educational Diversity in America
• EDC 120 – Foundations of Literacy
• EDC 218 – Physical and Cultural Geography

Meet the Faculty:

• Faculty Team information available on the program website.

Careers

• Teacher
• Administrator
• School Superintendent
• Secretary of Education
• Curriculum Specialist
• Instructional Coach or Leader
• Outreach Specialist
• Non-profit Program Coordinator
• Student Support Specialist
• Community Liaison

Other

• La Salle University offers a variety of resources to support students, including academic advising, career services, and financial aid.
• The program emphasizes the importance of social justice and equity in education.
• Graduates are prepared to make a positive impact on the lives of students.

Contact Information:

• Laura Roy, Ph.D., Chair
• Email: roy@lasalle.edu
• Phone: (215) 951-1190

Additional Resources:

• Program website: https://www.lasalle.edu/arts-and-sciences/education/early-elementary-education/
• Visit Us: https://www.lasalle.edu/visit
• Apply Now: https://www.lasalle.edu/apply