BS Elementary Education

Course Overview This program prepares you to become a certified teacher for grades Early Childhood through 6th, equipping you to shape the academic, social, and emotional development of young learners in diverse educational settings. The curriculum is uniquely designed to integrate the state-mandated Science of Teaching Reading with an English as a Second Language supplemental certification, ensuring you can effectively support all students, including English Language Learners. Key Program Highlights Earn a Texas teaching certification for Early Childhood through Grade 6 Specialized preparation in the Science of Teaching Reading (STR) Includes an English as a Second Language (ESL) supplemental certification Learn to teach in diverse classrooms, including urban, suburban, and rural areas Focus on developing the whole child—academically, socially, and emotionally