Secondary Education Career & Graduate Opportunities

Morris Secondary Education Students Develop:

• Breadth of knowledge through liberal arts general studies
• Depth of knowledge through content area studies
• Professional expertise through professional program components
• Knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary for teaching
• Decision-making skills that focus on student learning through coursework and clinical experiences
• Skill and confidence in lesson preparation, teaching, and assessment through numerous clinical experience

Opportunities After Graduation

Morris secondary education students typically receive a full major in their content area(s) and often become classroom teachers. However, classroom teaching is not the only path available.

Morris graduates work in:

• Mobile environmental education centers
• Lead classes and tours for national and state parks
• Develop curriculum
• Work in educational publishing
• Coordinate community service programs and community-based educational experiences
• Work with education consortiums
• Attend graduate school for curriculum and instruction, educational policy, or other areas