Middle and High School Teacher, Grades 7-12 and All-Level
Combine your chosen major with teacher certification preparation and become a teacher at the secondary level. With the combined skills you acquire, you will prepare the next generation to meet the challenges they will face.
Inspire High School Students
Our secondary education and all-level education programs combine your chosen major with coursework and experiences designed to prepare you to teach at the high school level in public and private schools throughout Texas. You will then apply your knowledge and skills during your residency with a partnering school district as part of your degree. Upon successful completion of the program, clinical teaching and passing all TExES exams, you will be eligible to work as a certified secondary education teacher.
See Yourself Succeed with a Degree In Secondary Education
Career Readiness
Put your skills and knowledge into practice in a classroom setting with guidance from a mentor-teacher during your clinical teaching experience.
Guidance When You Need It
Experience personalized support and feedback from your field supervisor to increase skills and confidence.
Accomplished Faculty
Interact with exceptional faculty who will challenge your understanding of teaching philosophies and your chosen discipline.
Career Support
Work with faculty and our career center to explore job opportunities through job fairs and interviews.
Focus Your Passion
We offer a unique opportunity for students seeking teacher certification at the secondary education level. As you earn a bachelors or masters degree in your chosen discipline, you will also take courses that emphasize education and prepare you to teach this subject effectively.
Agricultural Science and Technology (BS) Teaching Emphasis
In our program, you'll be provided with skills in both technical and production agriculture, along with methods for teaching and planning courses. You'll have the opportunity to learn how to organize and lead on-farm agricultural instruction and demonstration programs for schools and the community, sharing valuable agricultural knowledge in various settings.
Education (BA/BS) Bilingual Grade EC-6
Develop an in-depth understanding of multicultural learning environments with our interdisciplinary studies bachelor's degree program. If you seek to become a bilingual teacher, who provides instruction in both Spanish and English, this program requires Spanish literacy. If you seek to become a bilingual teacher, who provides instruction in English, you do not need foreign language literacy.
Kinesiology and Sports Studies (BS) Teaching Emphasis
Physical Education Teacher Education – all-level certification is designed to prepare teachers for early childhood through grade twelve in physical education.
Music Education (BM)
The Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree, combined with professional education requirements, provides students with the information and skills to be a music educator at all levels and prepares them to take the exams for teacher certification in Texas. Though students are prepared to teach instrumental and vocal music at all grade levels, the curriculum allows them to select one of three areas of emphasis: (1) elementary general—preparation for teaching general music in the elementary grades, (2) secondary choral—preparation for organizing and directing choral organizations at the secondary level; or (3) secondary instrumental—preparation for directing bands and orchestras at the secondary level.
Hispanic Studies (BA) Teaching Emphasis
Our program encourages and equips Spanish educators. No matter your proficiency level, we have language courses designed for you. You’ll study the history, politics, social structures and traditions of Spain and Latin America. Our combined Spanish and teaching program prepares you for the high school classroom. You’ll take courses in methods for teaching Spanish, issues in Spanish literature and culture, and Hispanic linguistics. After graduating, you’ll be certified to teach Spanish at the secondary level (grades 7-12).
Education (BA/BS) Special Education
A graduate with special education certification should possess the following competencies: knowledge of disabling conditions; knowledge of professional roles, strategies for promoting learning and development; and techniques to promote achievement in English language arts, reading and math.
Theatre (BA/BS) Teaching Emphasis
In our program, you'll have the opportunity to study acting, directing, and production alongside educational topics like pedagogy and classroom management. Courses may cover stage management, costume design and multicultural theatre. A teaching residency offers experience that can support your path toward teaching theatre at the secondary level (grades 7–12).
English (BA) Teaching Emphasis
This program offers three specialized tracks all designed to immerse you in the world of English and equip you to pass on your knowledge to the next generation of writers.
History (BA/BS) Teaching Emphasis
This program is designed to equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary to inspire the next generation as a history teacher. Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of history. Explore the human past, hone your skills in historical research and writing, and master the art of analyzing and interpreting evidence and historical perspectives.
Biological Sciences (BS) Teaching Emphasis
This program supplies students with the skills needed for a career as a life science teacher for grades 7-12. The program will provide students with a comprehensive overview of biological sciences while teaching students how to channel their knowledge directly into a classroom environment. This program allows students to combine an interest in biology with the passion of influencing and shaping the lives of the next generation.
Chemistry (BS) Teaching Emphasis
There is a growing need for STEM educators. A degree in chemistry with a teacher certification will allow you to combine your passion for chemistry and the classroom. You’ll take courses in general and organic chemistry, physics, and biology. Our program offers specialized teaching courses for chemistry teachers including roles and responsibilities for STEM educators, technology-infused curriculum, and project-based learning in STEM. You’ll be required to complete a teaching residency senior year. After graduating, you’ll be certified to teach science at the secondary level (grades 7-12).
Computer Information Systems (BSCIS) Teaching Emphasis
In our program, you'll explore key topics in data science and STEM education, including programming, databases, networks and teaching strategies. Our courses also cover technology integration and the roles of STEM educators, providing a foundation for those interested in teaching computer science at the secondary level (grades 7–12).
Mathematics (BS) Teaching Emphasis
A degree in mathematics along with a teacher certification will allow you to combine your interest and passion for mathematics with influencing and shaping the lives of the next generation.
Physics (BA/BS) Teaching Emphasis
There is a growing need for STEM educators. A degree in physics with a teaching emphasis takes your knowledge to the high-school classroom. You’ll take courses in electricity and magnetism, quantum mechanics and modern physics. Our program offers specialized education classes in teaching and learning physics, science and math education theory, and project-based learning in STEM. Once graduated, you’ll be certified to teach physics at the secondary level (grades 7-12).
Curriculum and Instruction (MED/MS)
This degree involves 18 hours of study in the major and 18 hours of electives which allows students to take additional courses in the major, focus on an area of interest, or qualify to teach high school dual credit classes or at the community college level.
Finding My Community
Clay Stanfield, M.A.T., M.S.
Alum Staff
Tami Morton, Ph.D.
Faculty
What You Will Learn
- Gain experience through internships in a variety of classroom settings
- Incorporate your knowledge of pedagogy with engaging and developmentally appropriate learning experiences for students
- Learn to effectively teach your specific discipline to increase academic performance for your students
- Collaborate with peers as you discuss current secondary education trends
Potential Employers
Local school districts seek our graduates. Job placement and satisfaction are ranked high by our graduates. These are just a few school districts where our students have found employment. Discover where you belong!
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Course Delivery
Our program is offered face-to-face at the main campus. Some courses are offered online for your convenience. Courses are available during the fall, spring and summer terms.
Undergraduate Program Costs
Program Costs
Tuition and fees for undergraduate students taking 12 credit hours are $4,212 for Texas residents and $9,108 for non-residents.
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