Overview & Academics

The TEACHER EDUCATION Program is a licensure program which offers majors in the following areas:

• Elementary Education (grades K-6)
• Middle Grades Education (grades 6-9) in the areas of Language Arts, Mathematics, Science and Social Studies.
• Special Education
• Licensure in Secondary Education (grades 9-12) in the areas of Biology, English, History, or Mathematics.

The TEACHER EDUCATION Program is accredited by both the State of North Carolina and CAEP, a national accrediting body for Teacher Education programs. Students with a degree in the Teacher Education Program are eligible for licensure by the State of North Carolina upon completion of all requirements.

Goals & Standards

Graduates will be expected to demonstrate proficiency related to the goals and standards set. The goals are based on the role of the teacher as a reflective decision maker, and are aligned with the NC Professional Teaching Standards which are used to assess the performance of students in teacher education.

• Demonstrate Leadership
• Establish a respectful environment for a diverse population of students
• Know the content they teach
• Facilitate learning for their students
• Reflect on their practice
• Contribute to the academic success of students

Career Options

• Elementary Education Teacher
• Middle Grades Education Teacher
• Special Education Teacher
• Secondary Teacher

Handbooks

Rocky Mount Teacher Education Handbook

Rocky Mount Student Teacher Handbook

Wilmington Teacher Education Handbook

Wilmington Student Teacher Handbook

Program Admission Criteria

• PRAXIS Core Exam
• Overall GPA of 3.0
• Admission Interview
• Writing Sample
• Recommendations