/ The United States education system is undergoing rapid transformation. Today’s teachers are trailblazers in addressing the needs of K-12 students of any physical or intellectual ability, race, gender or socioeconomic status. Technology has become integral to the learning experience in ways we couldn’t have previously imagined. When you earn your undergraduate degree in teaching, your positive impact will be felt by the students in your classroom and will ripple far beyond the classroom, too. It’s an exciting time to get your teaching degree — especially at St. Norbert College.
As a teacher-education major at SNC, you’ll be introduced to a variety of teaching situations, from urban to rural, and even have the chance to explore global approaches to education. We’ll make sure you learn how to help K-12 students and families feel comfortable enough to have constructive conversations about challenging educational situations. In short, SNC is where you can learn how to be the kind of teacher whose impact outlives a student’s time in your classroom.
All certification pathways are approved by the Wisconsin Department of Instruction. Documentation of program approval can be found on the DPI website annual report page.
At SNC, you can earn a bachelor’s degree and complete a teacher preparation program leading to certification in one of the following developmental levels:
Your experiences in the four-year teacher-education program will include:
You’ll benefit from hands-on learning at SNC, and get out into a real-life classroom as part of your first-year education classes. During your sophomore and junior years, you’ll spend five weeks collaborating and co-teaching in the classroom. Your senior year will be marked by real-world teaching experiences in rural, suburban and urban settings. Ultimately, you’ll build a strong understanding of the challenges faced by students — and you’ll have the knowledge to provide life-changing learning experiences for the students you teach.
SNC hosts local chapters of Aspiring Educators and the Center for Urban Teaching Club. Aspiring Educators is the National Education Association’s organization for pre-service teachers. The Center for Urban Teaching is an independent, Christian non-profit organization that supports current and future teachers who work in urban settings.
“ I knew I wanted to work with children, so education was the natural path at the time. St. Norbert allowed me to be in the classroom almost right away, working with kids all four years, as a first-year, sophomore, junior and senior.
”Mallory Fritsch ’23
“ I knew I wanted to work with children, so education was the natural path at the time. St. Norbert allowed me to be in the classroom almost right away, working with kids all four years, as a first-year, sophomore, junior and senior.
”Mallory Fritsch ’23
“ Once I got here, I just knew that this was my second home. It’s the most welcoming community: faculty, staff, other students, people in your different social groups – sororities, fraternities, any type of other organization you’re involved in … everyone is here to support you.
”Sara Allaire ’21
“ Once I got here, I just knew that this was my second home. It’s the most welcoming community: faculty, staff, other students, people in your different social groups – sororities, fraternities, any type of other organization you’re involved in … everyone is here to support you.
”Sara Allaire ’21
“ I’m just happy that I was able to pursue my three passions at SNC – for teaching, for service and for track. I had a full plate, but it taught me a lot about time management!
”Kelly Heniff ’19
“ I’m just happy that I was able to pursue my three passions at SNC – for teaching, for service and for track. I had a full plate, but it taught me a lot about time management!
”Kelly Heniff ’19
• Title II Report
• Student Handbook
• Human Relations Part A and B Documentation Form
• TB - Medical Record of Examination
• TB - Risk Assessment & Symptom Evaluation
• Mentor Teacher Honorarium
Join one of our many education-related student organizations and clubs.
Aspiring Educators National Association of Music Educators Pen Pals See full list of orgs and clubs
Uncover new knowledge by engaging in collaborative research projects with your professors.
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Learn how to work with students and parents/guardians from a variety of ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds with our student-teaching placements.
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Choose to conduct half of your student-teaching abroad. Gain a global perspective through exposure to different education systems and different cultures.
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If there’s one thing that SNC professors and instructors have in common, it’s a passion for teaching and sharing their expertise. You’ll also find them dedicated to providing personalized guidance that supports your academic and career aspirations. Discover the distinguished scholars you’ll be learning from.
Teachers don’t just know the subjects they teach, they also know how K-12 students develop and grow; how learning varies from student to student; and how to manage, plan for and assess an entire classroom. A teacher-education major and/or certification will prepare you to teach in public or private schools and at grade levels ranging from kindergarten through high school. SNC has a 100 percent job placement rate. Our graduates have found positions as:
With exceptional preparation and placement, SNC graduates pursue post-graduate work in educational leadership, elementary education, early childhood education, school counseling, special education and urban education. They’ve attended:
Over the past five years, 9 percent of St. Norbert College grads were from the teacher-education program.
An average of 56 students graduate from the teacher-education program annually.
Eighty-six percent of graduates of the teacher-education program are employed within 12 months of graduation:
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De Pere, WI 54115
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St. Norbert College
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