BA Secondary Education – English 5-12

Overview and Licensure ConcentrationsIn New England College’s Bachelor of Arts in Education program you will:Learn how to become an educator by being an educator, beginning in your first semester, throughout your four years and in multiple authentic settingsDiscover how to make curriculum meaningful and engaging while connecting different content areasCollaborate with your faculty on effective teaching strategies that actively engage students and build scaffolds to help all students meet with successCapitalize on your strengths and learn to value constructive feedbackFacilitate content expertise in ways that are unique to your individual studentsGrow and learn with amazing teachers and educational leaders by working collaboratively with professionalsIdentify and respect the power educators have to positively or negatively impact students learning in your classroom and throughout the rest of their lives.Every semester you will have the opportunity to work with our partner schools in a variety of capacities. Some of these experiences will be with classmates and others independently. We continuously maintain our partnerships while also cultivating new opportunities. This allows Education faculty to stay connected to the changing realities of education as a social structure. Immerse yourself in teaching and learning in the final two independent placements prior to your final full-time student teaching experience. Licensure Areas:Elementary Education K–6Elementary Education K–8General Special Education K–12Physical Education K–12Secondary English 5–12Secondary Social Studies 5–12Theatre Education K–12Non-Licensure Concentration:Education StudiesOutdoor Education Program Details Live What You Learn Create and facilitate meaningful learning experiences in conventional and unconventional. There is no better way to learn about these opportunities than to actually experience the facilitation process. Work alongside professional educators starting in your first semester and in every semester thereafter.Build curriculum. You’ll learn how to modify and adapt curriculum in real-life school settings so all students can meet with success. Whether you are teaching first graders or high school juniors, you will be able to support all students. You will engage in a variety of courses that will help you meet the needs of the diverse learners in your future classrooms.Teach a variety of subjects and develop the Habits of Mind to be an effective teacher. Learn from your faculty as they demonstrate effective teaching strategies. Discover how to get students excited about learning, even when learning May be difficult for them. See the power of believing in every student and making sure that instruction meets the needs of all students and helps them be successful. Become versed in the content that you will be teaching your students. Students majoring in elementary education must become versed in either English, social studies, math, or science. Students majoring in secondary education must become versed in the content associated with their area of licensure: English, social studies, life sciences, theatre, or physical education.Educate your students at every level. Spend time with students who are struggling learners. See how their needs are met and become versed in the laws and policies that support the education of all students. We believe you must be prepared to educate all children regardless of their talents or challenges.Practical Experiences. Immerse yourself in teaching and learning throughout your program. You will take courses each semester that require you to actively engage with our partner schools. For example, you will observe and interview special education and related professionals, observe teachers in different grades teach math, create learning modules in different content areas, and attend school board meetings. Participate in practical experiences the semester prior to your final full-time student teaching experience. Career Opportunities In addition to seeking licensure and becoming a K–12 teacher, there are many other career paths available:Team leader or project managerParaeducator helping adolescents and youthTherapeutic riding instructorDirector of afterschool programsEducator in a hospital, museum, or other organizational setting While at NEC, take advantage of our numerous internship possibilities to find the path that is right for you. Henniker Campus98 Bridge StreetHenniker, NH 03242Manchester Campus148 Concord StreetManchester, NH 03104603.428.2000 About NEC About Contact Us Apply Visit Academics Academic Programs Admissions NECHE Accreditation Student Financial Services Explore NEC Athletics Alumni Careers Directory Social Media Privacy Policy Consumer Information © 2022 Website by Blenderbox