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Teacher Education Major Areas

Teacher Education Major Areas, Bethel College Kansas

Inspiring Minds and a Love for Learning

Teachers have a profound impact on the lives of their students. The opportunity to positively influence and shape the future of young minds is a powerful motivator for those who choose teaching as a career. Teachers play a crucial role in instilling a love for learning. They can make subjects interesting and engaging, fostering a lifelong curiosity in their students. Teaching is often seen as a way to make a positive difference. Educators contribute to developing responsible and informed citizens who can contribute meaningfully to society.

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Bethel College also offers a special endorsement for licensing, through the Kansas Independent Colleges Association (KICA) and approved by the KSDE, for

  • Special Education adaptive: Pre-K to 6, 6-12, or Pre-K to 12   

Faculty Who Care About You

  • A low faculty-to-student ratio that equals professors who know your strengths and weaknesses
  • Faculty with school classroom teaching experience who are mentors as well as instructors
  • Personalized help when it comes to student teaching, finding the classroom, and supervising a teacher that matches your teaching interests

Student Opportunities

Jumpstart your career and gain résumé-building experience.

Careers in Teaching

We will prepare you to turn knowledge into action.

Coursework

Preview the classes that will allow you to take your passion for teaching to the next level.

Area of Study Faculty:

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Elissa Harris

Program manager for social work and teacher education
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Allen Jantz

Professor of education / Director of teacher education
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Lisa Janzen Scott

Associate professor of education and mathematics / Faculty Athletic Representative (FAR)
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Doug Siemens

Associate professor of education / Director of elementary teacher education
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