Early Childhood Education - MA

We've strategically structured our program to accommodate you as you seek to enhance your expertise in education within a condensed time frame. Designed as a one-year program, our curriculum offers classes twice a week, with classes conveniently scheduled to begin at 5:30 p.m., providing you with the flexibility needed to balance work and other commitments. Our program includes participation in monthly Saturday seminars, offering you valuable opportunities for in-depth discussion, collaborative projects and hands-on learning experiences. 

Find more information about the M.A. in early childhood education course structure with the link below.

Program of Study

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During your time in our program—in alignment with the division's conceptual framework, CAEP Standards and INTASC principles—you will:

• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the subject matter to be taught and skill in applying the basic principles of teaching and learning in a primarily urban community setting
• Demonstrate a command of fundamental skills in effectively communicating diverse perspectives
• Utilize classroom and behavior management techniques that nurture a positive learning environment that enhances the growth and development of all students
• Create developmentally appropriate objectives in terms of expected outcomes that meet the needs of diverse learners
• Design, implement, and assess developmentally appropriate teaching and learning activities utilizing performance criteria with a variety of assessment techniques
• Integrate inclusive activities into the learning environment, such as:
  • respect for the learner as an individual by considering differentiated learning needs, abilities, and ethnic and cultural backgrounds
  • a commitment from the student to meet challenges and high academic expectations while exacting a commitment from the students to strive to meet high expectations
• Design and apply technology applications that are appropriate for diverse learners in the classroom to meet the demands of the global society
• Pursue on-going knowledge and professional growth to enhance student achievement
• Cultivate a high level of social and emotional maturity and a sense of professionalism in collaborating and communicating with students, colleagues, school administrators, parents, and other members of the school community

After earning an M.A. in early childhood education, there is a world of opportunity awaiting you. With some average annual salaries reaching $81,500, you could pursue a rewarding career in roles like:

• Preschool teacher
• Childcare center director
• Kindergarten and elementary school teacher
• Special education teacher
• School psychologist