Elementary Education K-6/ESOL/Reading: Concentration in Exceptional Student Education, B.S.

Program Overview

This Elementary Education K-6/ESOL/Reading program with a concentration in Exceptional Student Education prepares students to become highly competent teachers in elementary education, specializing in ESE. The program emphasizes hands-on learning through fieldwork and residencies, integrates faith and teaching, and offers global engagement opportunities. Graduates earn Florida teaching certificates in Elementary K-6, plus Reading and ESOL endorsements.

Program Outline

• Program Extraction**

Degree Overview:

• Overview: This program prepares students to become highly competent teachers in elementary education with a specialization in Exceptional Student Education (ESE).
• Objectives:
• Cultivate instructional skills in various subjects, including mathematics, science, social studies, and literacy.
• Develop expertise in ESOL, including first- and second-language acquisition, methodologies, and assessment.
• Master literacy instruction, assessment, and differentiation for reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
• Integrate faith and teaching in a Christ-centered learning environment.
• Gain practical experience through fieldwork placements and full-time teaching residencies.
• Earn Florida teaching certificate in Elementary K-6, plus Reading and ESOL endorsements.
• Participate in global opportunities through international classroom teaching experiences.
• Description:
• This program emphasizes hands-on learning through five fieldwork practicum placements and two full-time teaching residencies.
• Students benefit from a Christ-centered approach to teaching, celebrating each student's individuality through the lens of faith.
• The program offers opportunities for global engagement through international teaching experiences.

Outline:

• Program Content:
• Human development and learning theories
• Instructional design and lesson planning
• Safe and inclusive learning environment creation
• Subject area knowledge in mathematics, science, social studies, and literacy
• ESOL methodologies and assessment
• Literacy instruction, assessment, and differentiation
• Christ-centered teaching principles
• Program Structure:
• 120 credit hours
• Five fieldwork practicum placements
• Two full-time teaching residencies
• Global learning opportunities
• Course Schedule:
• Available in the course catalog
• Individual Modules:
• EDU 4193 Health Environment in the Elementary School: This course focuses on creating a healthy and safe learning environment for all students, including those with special needs.

Assessment:

• Assessment Methods:
• Coursework assignments
• Fieldwork performance evaluations
• Teaching residency evaluations
• State-mandated tests for teacher certification
• Assessment Criteria:
• Content knowledge and understanding
• Pedagogical skills and effectiveness
• Classroom management and organization
• Professionalism and ethical conduct

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods:
• Active learning strategies
• Collaborative learning
• Differentiated instruction
• Technology integration
• Christ-centered teaching approach
• Faculty:
• Experienced and qualified faculty with expertise in elementary education and ESE
• Unique Approach:
• Focus on Christ-centered teaching and celebrating each student's individuality
• Emphasis on hands-on learning through fieldwork and residencies
• Opportunities for global engagement through international teaching experiences

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths:
• Elementary school teacher
• Special education teacher
• Reading specialist
• ESOL specialist
• Curriculum developer
• Educational consultant
• Opportunities and Outcomes:
• High demand for qualified teachers in elementary education and ESE
• Average salary for kindergarten and elementary school teachers: $61,000 per year
• Opportunities to make a lasting impact on the lives of young students

Other:

• Scholarship Opportunities:
• Bebe Warren Scholars Program for qualified incoming freshmen and transfer students
• Accreditation:
• Florida Department of Education
• International Opportunities:
• Study abroad programs
• International teaching experiences
• Program Fees
• Admission Requirements
• Application Process