Teaching/Elementary Education

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Elementary teachers are in high demand! Local school districts are looking for qualified teachers who work well in, and are reflective of their diverse student populations.

Highline College’s Bachelor of Applied Science in Elementary Education is an accredited, affordable two-year program designed for working professionals. Upon completion you will work as a certified elementary, ELL (English Language Learner), or middle school teacher in grades K-8.

Our program is accredited by the Professional Educators Standards Board (PESB). You will work in the classroom with K-8 students through structured field experiences and internships. We provide guided mentorships working with state-certified teachers and our teaching faculty.

Job growth locally is twice the national average, at over 17% for the past 10 years. (Lightcast, 2023). Job prospects are strong!

Sample careers include: Certificated Elementary or Middle School School Teacher (K-8), After School Program Director, Camp Director, K-8 School Administration, Curriculum Development, Education Policy / Research.

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Interested in a rewarding career that makes a difference? Great teachers work with families and communities, educating, guiding, and inspiring all of our children to their full potential! At Highline, you’ll find programs that prepare you for a broad range of careers working with children and families, from birth through middle-school. This AA-DTA plan is a pathway toward Highline’s Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) in Elementary Education, which focuses on Elementary Education (K-8) certification and the English Language Learner’s endorsement.

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Paraeducators work with certificated teachers, supporting learning with one on one instruction, practice, and supervision, in and out of the classroom. They’re an essential part of student success and inclusive classrooms, often working with special education or English Language Learner populations. In addition, this degree is a great way to see if working with elementary age students is a good fit for you.

At the core of our program is our commitment to the elimination of inequities in our schools and broader community. Our curriculum reflects core values of justice, respect, humanity, reflection, inclusion, and professionalism.

Classes are offered online, virtually, in the evenings, and on weekends with a flexible completion plan of 2-3 years. Our program has several language cohorts where students can earn more than half their degree in either Spanish or Somali.

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Earning a degree in Education builds the knowledge and skills necessary to promote all aspects of a child’s development and learning. Educators work with children, families, and communities in a variety of roles including infant/toddler programs, preschools, Head Starts, ECEAPs, and elementary (K-8) schools. Graduates with this degree may also find careers as coaches, trainers, or family support specialists.