B.S. Elementary Education – ESOL/Reading
Nova Southeastern University Undergraduate Programs
Key Information
Campus location
Fort Lauderdale, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 33,510
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Introduction
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As an elementary school teacher, you will help shape the lives of future generations through your expertise in the classroom to promote academic excellence, equity, inclusion, cultural awareness, and social responsibility in diverse educational settings. Today’s students need educators who are prepared for the changing landscape of education. Nova Southeastern University’s state-approved program for Florida teacher certification is your first step.
A Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from NSU is a win-win. It will give you the knowledge and experiences you need to drive student success and it will elevate you as an exemplary teacher-leader. NSU’s curriculum covers best practices and cutting-edge teaching methods. You’ll learn how to work with a wide range of learners through simulation and real-world classroom experiences in one of the most multicultural school systems in the nation. Upon successful completion of the program, you’ll be prepared to sit for Florida state certification exams. You’ll also have the option to apply for endorsements in reading and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL).
Why Should You Major in Elementary Education at NSU?
- Gain real-world experience in your community through fieldwork and classroom internships.
- Gain access to NSU’s vast network of schools.
- Enjoy convenient and flexible course delivery options: online or on-campus.
- Be prepared to sit for state certification exams.
- Become part of a network of more than 65,000 alumni, 250 school superintendents, and 30 college and university presidents.
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Curriculum
General Education Requirements (30 credits)
Students are required to complete 30 credit hours as part of the General Education Program. For specific course requirements, refer to the "General Education" Program section in the Academic Resources and Procedures segment of the catalog.
Program Requirements (3 credits)
- First-Year Experience
Education Major Courses (66 credits)
Teacher candidates in the state-approved teacher education program in the elementary education major must also keep track of field experiences within the courses. A supervised field experience occurs in ELEM 4530.
- Education Pre-enrollment Seminar
- Cross-Cultural Studies
- Integrating Instructional Technology in the Classroom
- Survey of TESOL for Teachers
- Survey of Exceptional Student Education
- Educational Psychology
- Principles of Instruction
- Methods of Teaching Social Studies in the Elementary School
- Educational Assessment of Exceptional and Elementary Students
- Methods of Teaching Science in Elementary School
- Elementary School Classroom Management
- Methods of Teaching Lang. Arts Through Children’s Literature in the Elementary School
- Methods of Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School
- Methods of Teaching Literacy in the Elementary School
- Simulation Experience-Diversity
- Integrating Art, Music, and Health Education Across the Curriculum
- Reading Assessment
- Methods of Teaching Reading Across the Elementary Curriculum
- Second Language Learning Theory, Methods, and Evaluation
- Elementary Internship and Seminar
Electives (21 credits)
Experiential Learning/Internships
During your undergraduate studies, you’ll prepare for the classrooms of tomorrow through mentorship opportunities and both simulated and real-world classroom experiences.
The field experiences will provide you with an opportunity to perform the duties of an elementary classroom teacher within the classroom setting. The purpose of these experiences is to allow teacher candidates to demonstrate their understanding of the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices and subject area competencies. A minimum of 10 field experience hours are required per education course and are to be completed throughout the elementary education program.
The clinical practice (internship) is the culminating real-world classroom experience; a 12 week, full-time school placement providing for hands-on experience in lesson planning, instructional delivery, student assessment, and parent/teacher interactions. Teacher candidates (interns) are matched with a school and certified teacher that will compliment your NSU supervisory and faculty team. The internship is designed to expand responsibilities each week as you become an integral member of the school community and teaching team. Your assigned mentor teacher will guide you along weekly as you assume full responsibility for the classroom, and upon successful completion of the internship, you will emerge as a highly qualified educator.
Career Opportunities
Create Your Own Style of Teaching
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment positions for elementary school teachers continue to grow at a steady pace, because of rising student enrollment.
With an elementary education degree, you can devote your career to an area of education you’re interested in (e.g. reading, mathematics, social studies, etc.) or pursue other careers in educational settings. Some graduates continue their education to pursue careers beyond the classroom as school or district leaders.
Average Starting Salary
The average salary for an elementary school teacher in May 2019 was $59,420 per year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Shark Destinations
You’ll find NSU education alumni at school districts all around the country, including Broward County Public Schools and Miami-Dade County Public Schools (the sixth-largest in the nation), Palm Beach County Public Schools, Pinellas County Public Schools, the Archdiocese of Miami, and Exceed Preparatory Academy. Our alumni serve as teachers for K-12 students or support the future of other educators in administrative roles.