ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATION
Begin or advance your career as a teacher or principal. Educators are in demand on the Treasure Coast, especially in math, science, exceptional student education and bilingual education.
THE RIVER HAS…
- A 100% job placement rate for Bachelor of Science in Education graduates
- The best online bachelor’s degree in elementary education
- Dozens of scholarships available for education majors
AVAILABLE PROGRAMS
- Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education with Reading and ESOL Endorsements
- Bachelor of Science in Exceptional Student Education with Reading and ESOL Endorsements
- Bachelor of Science in Middle Grades Mathematics Education
- Associate in Arts – General
- Associate in Arts – General
- Education Autism Endorsement
- Add-On Reading Endorsement
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education with Reading and ESOL Endorsements
Bachelor’s Degree
Location: Online
Credits or Hours: 120
This program includes multiple field experience requirements in Florida schools.
Description: Help children build a foundation that will help them become successful in their futures. This program will prepare you to teach elementary school students with a focus on literacy and learning English as a second language.
Bachelor of Science in Exceptional Student Education with Reading and ESOL Endorsements
Bachelor’s Degree
Location: Online
Credits or Hours: 121
Learn how to help every child succeed in the classroom. This program prepares you to work with students in grades K-12 who have various learning needs, with a focus on literacy and learning English as a second language.
Funding is available for paraprofessionals or teacher’s assistants in this program through the Florida Department of Education.
Bachelor of Science in Middle Grades Mathematics Education
Bachelor’s Degree
Credits or Hours: 120
This program includes multiple field experience requirements in Florida schools.
Work with children to build confidence and skills in math. With your degree in middle grade math education, you will be prepared to teach multiple grades and levels.
Associate in Arts – General
Associate’s Degree
Credits or Hours: 36
With your associate’s degree in elementary and special education, you can teach preschool or work as a teaching assistant in a public or private school. Or, after you complete your associate’s degree, you can continue in a bachelor’s degree program at Indian River State College or another Florida public university.
Associate in Arts – General
Associate’s Degree
Credits or Hours: 36
Take the courses you need to qualify as a teaching assistant in public or private high schools. Or, after you complete your associate’s degree, you can continue in a bachelor’s degree program at Indian River State College or another Florida public university — which will prepare you to teach at the high school level.
Education Autism Endorsement
Continuing Education Programs
Credits or Hours: 36
The education autism endorsement program is only open to students who are already certified in exceptional student education.
Get a deeper understanding of autism spectrum disorders and how you help meet the needs of students with autism.
Add-On Reading Endorsement
Certificates of Professional Preparation
Credits or Hours: 11
The add-on reading endorsement is designed for teachers who need to complete a reading endorsement for their professional or temporary teaching certificate.
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What Alumni Say
“The program was perfect for students like me. I was working two jobs, and my wife, Lindsey, and I had recently welcomed our first daughter.”
Brennan Murphy ’23, B.S.
Exceptional Student Education
Education Autism Endorsement
Get a deeper understanding of autism spectrum disorders and how you can help meet the needs of students with autism.
Educator Preparation Institute
If you already have a bachelor’s degree, take advantage of our fast track to a teaching career in the Educator Preparation Institute.
WE’RE HERE TO HELP
For more information about our elementary and secondary education program, contact us or request more information to talk to one of our admissions counselors.
Emily Renschler
Elementary Education
erenschl@irsc.edu
Dr. Kim Zgonc
Exceptional Student Education
kzgonc@irsc.edu
Dr. Robin Zide
Middle Grades Math
rzide@irsc.edu
Molly Lalla
EPI
mlalla@irsc.edu
NEXT STEPS
APPLY TO THE RIVER
Discover what’s possible at Indian River State College. When you’re ready, our simple application process is here to help you take the next step.
PAYING FOR COLLEGE
We’re here to help you understand your options. From financial aid to scholarships and affordable tuition, The River is committed to making college accessible for everyone.
VISIT CAMPUS
Experience the energy of campus life for yourself. Schedule a tour to explore our facilities, meet students and staff, and discover what makes The River an incredible place to learn and grow.
