Elementary Education BA

Turn your passion for education into the foundation for student success.

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Everyone has a teacher they remember from elementary school – our program is your path to becoming that teacher.

Elementary school is where the power of education is truly unlocked for children. If you have the passion to work with young minds, our B.A. in Elementary Education is your opportunity for a rewarding career as the teacher students never forget.

In-Demand Careers

  • Elementary school teacher
  • Middle school teacher
  • School administrator
  • Instructional coordinator
  • Curriculum developer
  • Literacy coach

Why Elementary Education? | Why Our Program?

  • Upon successful completion of this program, students are eligible for full certification to teach elementary education (grades 1-6) and middle level (grades 5-8) in Rhode Island.
  • Choose from two teaching concentrations: mathematics or general science.
  • Teacher candidates in the Feinstein School of Education and Human Development begin gaining real classroom experience as early as their first year.
  • Topics covered in the include: Literacy; educational psychology; physical sciences; social studies; mathematics; special education practices.

The Â鶹ԭ´´ Advantage

The Feinstein School of Education and Human Development at Â鶹ԭ´´ is a nationally-recognized leader in the field and has a legacy of producing award-winning educators.

Our Elementary Education Faculty

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Kenny Vallejos

Kenny Vallejos

"As a McNair scholar, my research focused on how to get more people of color and more male representation in the field of education."

Program Value Recognized

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Feinstein School of Education and Human Development

The Feinstein School administers and coordinates all professional education programs at Â鶹ԭ´´. We offer a range of programs, including early childhood, pre-K-12, counseling, school psychology, youth development and health and wellness.