If you want to shape young lives and share your love of learning, Northwest University's College of Education can help you reach your goals. Offering a strong academic foundation and real-world classroom experience, the Elementary Education program will prepare you to teach students in kindergarten through 8th grade in a public or private school setting.

Why Elementary Education at NU?

• All of our Elementary Education candidates earn two teaching endorsements. Along with your Elementary Education certificate, you will also choose from four complementary endorsements: Mid-level Humanities, Mid-level Mathematics, Mid-level Science, or English Language Learners. This dual endorsement allows more flexibility in the job market and makes our candidates more hirable.

• Benefit from small class sizes, which allow for real connections with professors and other students and a personalized learning experience.

• Learn foundational teaching concepts in basic subject areas in the humanities, mathematics, and sciences, but also receive advanced training in learning theory, instructional method, and assessment.

• Gain practical teaching experience through NU's partnerships with local public and private schools.

• Earn your Washington State teaching certification from a reputable, state-accredited program.