Welcome to the Teacher Education Department. Teaching has been called “the noblest profession.” It has also been called “the profession that teaches all the other professions.” Teaching is a demanding, but rewarding profession. Former U.S. Secretary of Education Shirley Hufstedler stated: “The role of the teacher remains the highest calling of a free people.”

The Teacher Education Department has been accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). All of our programs are designed to prepare pre-service elementary, secondary, and special education teachers to meet the Interstate New Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (INTASC) standards. Upon completion of our programs, students will demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed to be effective and successful entry-level teachers. 

Our dedicated and diverse faculty and staff are here to help you achieve your goals. We have extensive experience working in the public school system, and we have structured our courses and field experiences to provide you with the knowledge and skills to become an effective teacher. Please visit the links on this webpage to learn more about our programs.