Teacher Education
Prepare for a Career in the Classroom
Have a passion for the classroom? We have the major for you! Graduates of the Teacher Education Program at Faith are qualified to teach and impact kids and teenagers, both in Christian and public schools. Our graduates are in high demand and are currently teaching all over the world.
Accredited Education Program
Faith is approved by the Iowa Department of Education, which means our graduates are eligible to receive Iowa teacher licensure. Our students consistently perform well on the Praxis exams for state licensure. The 2022 graduates had a 100% pass rate for the exams!
You Might Like This Program If…
- You are interested in making a difference in the lives of young people
- You love teaching
- You like the idea of having your summers off!
Program Objectives
Each student will:
- Understand the structure, content, and central concepts of his or her selected discipline and create learning experiences that make these aspects of subject matter meaningful
- Understand how students develop and learn and provide experiences that support the development of those learners
- Understand the instructional process and implement teaching strategies and assessments based on knowledge of subject matter, students, and curricular goals
- Understand individual and group motivation and behavior and use this knowledge to create an environment conducive to learning
- Comprehend communication theory and techniques and convey ideas and information effectively in the teaching-learning process
- Understand the Christian teacher’s role as a professional in the church, school, and the broader community and strives to make a positive impact by serving others
Potential Career Paths
- Christian School Teacher
- Public School Teacher
- Homeschool Teacher
- Curriculum Coordinator
- Early Interventionist
Major Overview
Degree:
Teacher Education
Credits:
127-144
Average Completion Time:
4 Years
Format:
Classes available on-campus or online
Available Endorsements
K-8 Reading
K-8 English/Language Arts
5-8 Middle School (Social Studies and English/Language Arts)
K-12 Coaching Authorization
K-12 ESL (English as a Second Language)
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