Program Overview
The purpose of the Teaching Grades PK-3 major is to prepare educators to address the needs of the whole child; use relevant, research-based criteria to establish a supportive, engaging environment that fosters, learning; and use practices that meet the needs of all learners. This Learner-Centered major prepares the educator in areas of Literacy, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies to teach students in grades PK-3 in a self-contained classroom or departmentalized setting.
AT A GLANCE
Why This Program & What You'll Learn
Program Highlights
CAEP Accreditation advances excellence in educator preparation through evidence-based accreditation that assures quality and supports continuous improvement to strengthen teacher education programs.
Clinical Experiences represent the heart of our education preparation program and provide a wide array of opportunities for teacher candidates and other education professionals to refine, polish, and strengthen practice
The Literacy Center at CMU represents a dynamic partnership between Central Michigan University and the surrounding central Michigan region. Support area students and their families by providing instructional services in reading and writing and providing undergraduate teacher candidates and graduate students the opportunity to acquire and hone their skills and knowledge in literacy diagnosis and remediation.
Global Experiences take students to locations such as Westport Ireland, Dominican Republic, and more. Students ready to student teach and those early in their teacher education program will explore new teaching environments with a diverse classroom and unique learning opportunities.
Scholarships are available each academic year through the Department of Teacher Education & Professional Development to teacher education students.
STEM Education is CMU's Center for Excellence in STEM Education (CESE) that positively impact mathematics, science, and engineering educators at all levels in Michigan and beyond through innovative partnerships, programs, and professional development opportunities.
NAEYC Accreditation, Central Michigan University are accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation of Early Childhood Higher Education Programs of the National Association for the Education of Young Children
Careers & Outcomes
B.S. in Ed; Teaching Grades PK-3 allows you to work as an elementary school classroom teacher, while also preparing you for additional career options
Career | Projected Salary |
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Elementary School Teacher | $63,680 |
Preschool/Childcare Teacher | $37,130 |
Substitute Teacher | $42,680 |
Childcare/Preschool Director | $54,290 |
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