Start your degree to become a teacher
Are you interested in becoming an elementary teacher? In becoming an ESL teacher? The degree to become an elementary and ESL teacher is called a BS, Interdisciplinary Studies with EC-6/ESL certification.
Who is the typical student?
Students in the School of Education, earning their teacher degree in EC-6/ESL, are passionate about early childhood education and teaching in urban schools. Their own experiences inspired them to become a teacher.
Learn More: Connect with a current student or a current teacher to learn more about earning your degree to become a teacher.
What will you learn?
Face to face and online courses will prepare you to become a teacher. Our program focuses on strong STEM teachers, teacher wellness and wellbeing, and experiences in an urban setting.
By senior year, students are in the field at least one day a week districts such as Cedar Hill ISD, Dallas ISD, De Soto ISD, Garland ISD, Grand Prairie ISD, Irving ISD, Lancaster ISD, Mesquite ISD, and Uplift Education,
Want to know how to become an elementary school teacher? Review the program course catalogue or connect with a pre-admissions advisor on questions about requirements and transfers
What are the requirements?
Requirements for becoming an elementary teacher are admission and completion of the teacher education program, a semester of student teaching, a criminal background check, and passing your certification exams.
Learn More: Connect with EC-6 Bilingual/ESL program coordinator, Dr. Patsy Sosa-Sanchez, or learn more about certification testing
What are the job prospects?
A teaching career provides stability and benefits while allowing you to impact the world. Starting salaries in N. Texas are just above $50,000 a year with health and retirement benefits. Many teachers interview and receive preliminary offers before graduation. Scholarships also ensure you leave the School of Education with low debt. Learn more about the job market
Why a teacher degree?
A teacher degree with certification is an investment in a stable career with benefits. Some become a teacher and stay teaching. Others advance by becoming a master reading or math teacher, instructional coach, curriculum writer, or even, administrator. After successfully teaching over several years, others take their skills outside of schools to become tutors, educational sales reps, consultants, business owners, or policy advisors. Learn more about career paths and design a roadmap