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Teaching & Education
Teaching & Education
About the Program
Teacher Education provides students the opportunity to explore the wide range of occupations that education provides. In addition to learning about educational theory and teaching strategies, you will spend time observing classrooms at various grade levels. You will also have the opportunity to work directly with grade level students. If you are considering classroom teaching, school counseling, speech or occupational therapy, special education or any other career in education, this program will give you an excellent foundation for your future both in college and your career.
Instructors
Jim Slobig
Jim Slobig has been teaching at SHS since 1996. He received his Bachelor’s Degree in English and his Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction. When the opportunity to teach a CTE course to prospective education students arose, he jumped at the chance. He is incredibly proud of the opportunities the program provides for students, the most gratifying of which is that former students are now working with students in their own classroom, including within the Salem School District. With over thirty years in education, Mr. Slobig cherishes the opportunity to share his passion for teaching with students who are interested in pursuing this rewarding profession through the Teacher Education Program. When he’s not at school or working on his classes, he enjoys spending time with his family and being outdoors.
Courses
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Grade 11, 2 Credits (EC), Year , Every day
Teacher Education 1 introduces students to the theory and methods of teaching. This course provides students with a basic understanding and introduction to the teaching and education profession. The competencies and curriculum focus on education topics similar to those taught in a college curriculum. The nature of this course requires mature, responsible, self-directed learners interested in pursuing a career in the education field. You should have an excellent attendance record. Emphasis is placed on work-ready skills and academic skills and content. You are required to complete observation hours in a variety of classroom settings. Professional attire is required when you are at practicum and observation sites. Students considering careers in all levels of the education field benefit from this program and are well prepared for college.
This course is eligible for 4 college credits through SNHU.
Recommendation: Grade of C or better in current English and Math course or teacher recommendation. -
Grade 12, 2 Credits (EC), Year, Every day
Teacher Education 2 continues the content and skills from Teacher Education 1 with a particular emphasis on child development and assessment and accountability. Theories relevant to individual stages of development are discussed and the sociological, cultural and psychological aspects of human growth and development are studied. An overview of all developmental stages will be covered and students will explain and discuss age and developmentally appropriate experiences for children, particularly in an educational context. Additionally, this course introduces students to the principles and practices of assessment for teaching and learning. Topics include the types, benefits, and uses of formal and informal assessment as well as the ethical issues around assessment and grading. Students will create assessments aligned with standards-based content and understand what educators need to know about the goals, benefits, and uses of formal and informal assessment. Through classroom observations and internships, students will identify developmentally appropriate use of classroom resources, procedures, and assessments.
This course is eligible for up to 6 transferrable college credits through SNHU.
Prerequisite: Students enrolling in Teacher Education 2 are expected to have mastered or be proficient in the content and basic teaching skills learned in Teacher Education 1 or a teacher recommendation.