The Elementary Education major equips future servant leaders with knowledge of the diverse learners and content they will teach, skills in planning instruction, assessing, and managing, as well as character reflecting appropriate interaction with the school community, life-long learning, and a calling as a Christian servant leader with a Biblical worldview for kingdom service. The Professional Teaching Objectives for this major is based on the InTASC standards.
Minors
- Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language (TESOL)
- Counseling
- Outdoor Leadership & Education
- Cross Cultural Studies
- Bible & Theology
“I am so thankful for the Teacher Education program at Toccoa Falls College and the specific ways the program prepared me to become an educator. I had the opportunity to participate in field experiences in various school systems and grades throughout my time in the program, so that by the time I graduated I felt I had gained important skills that would help me succeed in the educational field. In the Elementary Education program I loved that we had small classes and cohorts. We were able to support each other and learn in a way that is completely unique to TFC. My advisor, mentor teacher, and Elementary Education cohort worked closely with me and were instrumental influences that allowed me to pursue my passion for education. I currently teach fourth grade and absolutely love what I do. I am grateful to say Toccoa Falls College and the opportunities I engaged in during my time at TFC helped me become the teacher I am today.”
-Hannah O'Connor, Class of 2019
-Hannah O'Connor, Class of 2019
Program Layout
The Elementary Education major is a 128 hour program that includes 58 hours of general education courses (including 15 hours of Bible & Theology), 15 hours of open electives, and 55 hours in Education-specific courses. Examples of classes include Curriculum & Assessment, Reading Diagnosis & Remediation, Exploring Diversity in Education, and Clinical Practice.
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