Instructor: Email Linnea Johnson

Education Careers I – Block 1, 2 & 3
This course will introduce the student to the profession of teaching. It will allow students to explore and make informed decisions regarding a career in education. Students will be exposed to the process and choices necessary to become teachers; the challenges and opportunities of teaching; educational thought and history; and the organization, control, supervision, financing, and other aspects of American education. Students will assist a mentor teacher for hands-on experience to gain knowledge and an understanding of the field of education from a teacher perspective while enhancing communication skills by working with early childhood, elementary and/or middle school students. Working alongside a professional educator as a Teaching Assistant intern will help solidify your career goal before leaving high school. A criminal background check and TB test are required.
Dual Enrollment Credit may be available

Education Careers II –Block 1, 2 & 3
Prerequisite: Education Careers I
This course is for students interested in pursuing a career in education after high school. It is an introduction to the application of psychological principles and research to teaching and learning. It will expose the student to the processes of teaching and learning from the constructivism, social cognitive, cognitive, and behavioral perspectives. The study of teaching and learning is an integral part of the preparation of those who will become teachers. Understanding the development of the student, diversity, learning, motivation, classroom management, and instruction will make a teacher more effective and the student a better learner. Classroom field experience is an integral part of the class and requires a criminal background check and TB test. Additional requirements may be necessary depending on the work site. Successful completion of Careers in Education 1 with a C or higher is required.
Dual Enrollment Credit may be available