Our students are subject matter experts in math, science, social studies, English language arts or a designated world language. We prepare graduates to address adolescent-specific issues, support youth from poverty-impacted communities, and help students transition into young adulthood. You’ll receive expert mentorship and extensive fieldwork including a full year of school experience. Our secondary teachers have the option of adding specialized preparation and endorsements in teaching English Language Learners, special education and more.

Our one-year Secondary (Middle/High School) Teacher Education Program students earn a Master in Teaching degree, with a residency teacher certificate for middle or high school teaching in mathematics, sciences, social studies, language arts, or world languages. Our graduates are prepared to address adolescent-specific issues, to support youth from poverty-impacted communities, and to help these students make the transition into young adulthood. Students that complete this program go on to teach across Washington state and beyond.

The curriculum is grounded in content while maintaining a strong focus on issues of equity, access, and multicultural education. You will have multiple practica and receive a full year of school experience. We offer pathways for adding endorsement specializations in English Language Learners and special education.