Are you patient, adaptive and a leader? Are you someone who likes to work with diverse backgrounds, solve problems and explain new concepts? If so, our elementary education major could be for you.
Why Study Elementary Education at Northwest
The elementary education program focuses on ensuring that teacher candidates are proficient in the use of instructional strategies, teaching methodologies and classroom management techniques that engage all children in a variety of settings. The program emphasizes diverse field experiences and teaching opportunities beginning in the first semester of classes.
The elementary education program graduates are certified to teach first through sixth grades and have completed a 21-credit-hour concentration in a content area of their choice. Concentration options include language arts, social studies, science, mathematics, physical education, special education, technology or other content areas of choice.
Career opportunities
Teaching grades first through sixth
