Adolescent Education and Teaching Students with Disabilities (PreK-12), Master of Science in Education

St. John's University

The program is designed to foster the ability of teachers to develop the skills, attitudes, and abilities needed to identify and remediate major learning and behavior disorders, ranging from mild to profound, regardless of etiology. The program prepares graduates to: Demonstrate knowledge of human developmental processes, particularly related to the lifespan development Understand a wide range of disabilities and how a student’s disability may impact high school services and post-school outcomes for adolescents Identify students’ strengths and needs so as to individualize and modify instruction Collaborate effectively with parents, educators, and related service providers Create and implement educational programs for adolescents with disabilities using most current evidence-based practices and technology Demonstrate knowledge of and competence in adapting curricula for students with disabilities in specific subject matters, such as, reading/language arts, math, social studies, and sciences Assess and evaluate the development and implementation of effective strategies for children with learning and behavior challenges in the classroom setting

The School of Education