Education - Elementary-Middle School (Middle Childhood through Early Adolescence)

Overview

Be the role model they need

As an elementary/middle level teacher (grades 1-8), you have the amazing opportunity to be the positive influence your students need during their formative years. Not just to help them form a solid educational foundation, but their conscience as well. The Education - Elementary-Middle School (Middle Childhood through Early Adolescence) program of Concordia University Wisconsin has a Christian emphasis that will prepare you to be the kind of educator they can learn from and look up to.

Not only do we offer a public education track, we also offer a Lutheran teacher diploma track and a Christian teacher certification track). No matter what route you take, you can count on building a strong liberal arts foundation with a Christian emphasis. It will give you the freedom to choose from a number of career options including elementary school teacher, middle-school content specialist, educational researcher, and curriculum specialist. Our program is accredited and approved by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. Our graduates enjoy an amazing 99% job placement rate after college, which means teachers who have a degree from Concordia are always in high demand.

What to expect

Throughout your time in this program, you will grow a deep understanding of child development by taking a holistic approach to education. You'll start with specific education coursework and practical field experiences during your freshman year, and work to master content knowledge throughout the program, as well as a wide range of instructional strategies. Expect to develop skills in classroom management, curricular design and assessment, differentiated instruction, and data-driven improvement.

Careers

• Elementary School Teacher

• Middle School Teacher

• Teaching Assistant