The program is based at Shelby High School and offers hands-on experience for students pursuing a college degree in education. This two-year program includes four college-level classes and extensive classroom hours with students from kindergarten to middle school under a teacher mentor’s guidance.
➤ Explore a wide range of teaching skills including lesson planning, instructional techniques, and educational technology.
➤ Develop strong interpersonal skills while working alongside a mentor teacher in a real classroom environment.
➤ Gain practical experience through extensive hands-on classroom hours with students of various age groups.
Train in foundational teaching methods and classroom experience, including:
Lesson Planning
Teaching Techniques
Communication Skills
Small Group Learning
Working with a Mentor Teacher
Hands-on Teaching Opportunities
Portfolio Development
Educational Technology
Professional Development
Prepared for immediate employment and further education or advancement.
Opportunities:
Teacher’s Aide
Early Childhood Education Teacher
Educational Software Analysis
Educational Website Analysis
Elementary Teacher
Middle School Teacher
High School Teacher
Special Education
Guidance Counselor
Education Administrator
North Central State College, Ohio State University, Lake Erie College, Mount Vernon Nazarene University and advanced standing at Ashland University.
College Credit (CTAG)* *See Course Catalog CTAGs page for further information.
Advanced standing at Ashland University.