CAREER AT A GLANCE
Stevenson is proud of its recent graduates and what they have accomplished . Graduates of the education programs accept teaching positions in public and private institutions in Maryland and nationwide .
EDUCATION AT STEVENSON : WHAT SETS SU APART ?
At SU , candidates develop one-on-one relationships with faculty members and other students , resulting in benefits that include : » Faculty members advising individual candidates and addressing their specific needs . » Faculty members providing close supervision during a candidate ’ s varied and extensive field placements . » Candidates learning from one another by completing group projects and sharing experiences .
In addition to mastering the liberal arts , math , and science content areas , candidates demonstrate skills in classroom management , lesson planning , and meeting the individual needs of their students . One component that makes Stevenson University ’ s approach distinctive is a focus on effective integration of technology to improve instruction . Candidates learn how to use technology to ensure the success of their students in the classroom .
THE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION PREPARES COMPETENT , HIGHLY QUALIFIED , AND CARING EDUCATORS WHO :
» Apply knowledge of discipline content and content-related pedagogy to design and implement effective instruction for all students .
» Use knowledge of diverse students to design instruction and create an equitable and culturally responsive environment to support achievement for all learners .
» Design and implement instruction that engages students , encourages student participation , promotes higher-level thinking , and supports instructional outcomes .
» Design and implement assessment that monitors student learning , provides purposeful feedback on progress , and furnishes evidence to inform instruction .
» Reflect on teaching , collaborate in a professional learning community , seek professional development opportunities , engage in inquiry , persist toward goals , and exhibit integrity and professionalism .
EMPLOYMENT In Maryland ’ s public schools , including : ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
BALTIMORE CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CARROLL COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CHARLES COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS DORCHESTER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS FREDERICK COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS HARFORD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS HOWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS PRINCE GEORGE ’ S COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS ST . MARY ’ S COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS WASHINGTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
It is possible to earn an education degree at Stevenson and teach outside of Maryland upon graduation . Graduates planning to teach in locations other than Maryland should check with that state ’ s Department of Education for specific certification requirements for that location . Your professors and advisors in the School of Education will be happy to work with you to understand the certification requirements for states outside of Maryland .
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