Elementary/Early Childhood Education - Maryville University of Saint Louis

Elementary/Early Childhood Education from Maryville University of Saint Louis is a Campus Bachelor Early Childhood Education degree that prepares you for a Education career. Do you enjoy working with young children as they begin the most incredible learning period in their lives? You may want to consider certification in early childhood/elementary education . This dual-certification program for those aspiring to teach young children prepares teacher education students to teach in elementary grades 1-6, as well as preparing teacher candidates for the early childhood years (birth through kindergarten). Maryville University St. Louis' candidates are prepared specifically to help young children to learn to read, write, compute, think and learn citizenship through the Project Construct curriculum, numerous planned field experiences and university coursework. Faculty and teacher education students spend extensive time in partner elementary schools. Strong liberal arts preparation helps teacher education students work from their own grounding in their subject matter. Due to the need to prepare for two certifications, this program requires 138 credit hours of coursework. Professional/Career Opportunities Excellent teachers are always in demand. More than ever before, the country needs classroom teachers who are bright, articulate, dedicated to working with children and dedicated to helping children learn about their role in preserving our American democracy. Our graduates stay in teaching significantly longer than average. A recent review found 75 percent of our graduates from the classes of 1999 to 2002 still teaching. We also boast a placement rate of 90 percent - thanks in part to our annual career fair, where there are often more recruiters than there are students. Maryville is known for preparing teachers well and for ensuring that they will continue to prepare for their roles throughout their lives as they continue to learn and reflect on their practice. Because of the faculty's extensive connections with the K-12 schools, Maryville students receive excellent opportunities for employment. Maryville graduates are highly sought after by area school districts both at the bachelors and masters levels. View more details on Maryville University of Saint Louis . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Early Childhood Education courses.