Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Elementary Education

Valencia College

The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Elementary Education degree prepares aspiring teacher candidates for successful careers shaping the next generation of leaders. This program, designed to layer on top of an associate in arts degree, will equip you with the information, skills and experiences necessary to lead tomorrow’s elementary classrooms.As a future teacher candidate in this program, you’ll have opportunities to engage in classroom settings while observing and interacting with students, teachers and school administrators. You’ll learn from highly qualified Valencia College faculty as well as highly qualified teacher mentors within your school of placement. During the program, you’ll gain skills and utilize strategies that will prepare you for addressing the needs of diverse learners.Upon completion of the Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education program at Valencia College, you’ll be eligible for Florida Elementary Teacher Certification (K-6) and endorsements in Reading (K-12) and English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL, K-12).Specializations in:English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) endorsementReading endorsementCareer OutlookJob OutlookThe demand for qualified kindergarten and elementary teachers is at an all-time high, growing at a fast rate, and is anticipated to increase well into the future. Orange County Public Schools (OCPS)-the 9th largest school district in the United States and the fourth largest in Florida-is one of the largest employers in the county. Neighbouring School District of Osceola County (SDOC) is also in the area served by Valencia College.Valencia College graduates will be well prepared for employment in Florida public, charter and private schools as teachers from kindergarten to grade six. Teachers who aspire to enter K-12 school administration can articulate to graduate degree programs at the University of Central Florida and other institutions.Potential CareersElementary Teacher (except Special Education)Kindergarten Teacher (except Special Education)

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