These tracks involve skills needed to teach in the primary and elementary school setting and/or those needed for PreK-3 licensure. They prepare candidates with an overview of language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies, and for pre-K education, a special emphasis is put on understanding how culture affects children and their development.
Career Opportunities
- Preschool Teacher
- Childcare Center Director
- Home-Based Service Provider
- Family Support Specialist
- Elementary School Teacher
- Teaching Abroad
- Non-governmental Agency (Education)
- Missions
What to Expect
Travel/Global Trips
- New Zealand Education Global Trip
- Alaska Education Global Trip
- Mexico
- Thailand
Club/Social
- Kappa Delta Pi Education Honor Society
- Lee Future Educators
Awards/Honors
- Departmental Awards
- The Jimmy Bilbo Student Teacher Award
Capstone
The Capstone course is designed to help graduating students integrate their faith with the academic knowledge they have gained throughout their studies. It is regarded as the final reflection of the essential Core Values of Lee University.
Service
Some courses within the major will require in-class service projects.
Research
- Many courses have research components and writing opportunities.
- McNair Scholars
Home/Location
Students will spend most of their time in the Helen DeVos College of Education and in local schools.
Internships/Practicum
Senior year requires clinical practice involving Methods and fulltime student teaching or internships.