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The world needs great educators鈥攁re you ready to answer the call?</p> </div> <div class="columns_paragraph paragraph paragraph-3_column"> <div class="paragraph__header"> <div class="field field--name-field-header field--type-text-long field--label-hidden wysiwyg field__item"><h2 class="text-align-center">Top-Ranked Teaching Programs</h2></div> </div> <div class="columns columns-3"> <div class="column col-md-4"> <div class="field field--name-field-left-column field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph-text"> <div class="field field--name-field-text field--type-text-long field--label-hidden wysiwyg field__item"><hr><h2 class="text-align-center">No. 1</h2><p class="text-align-center">Public Graduate School of Education in Maryland -- <em>U.S. News & World Report</em></p><hr></div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="column col-md-4"> <div class="field field--name-field-middle-column field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph-text"> <div class="field field--name-field-text field--type-text-long field--label-hidden wysiwyg field__item"><hr><h2 class="text-align-center">Top 25 </h2><p class="text-align-center">Among Graduate Schools of Education -- <em>U.S. News & World Report</em></p><hr></div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="column col-md-4"> <div class="field field--name-field-right-column field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph-text"> <div class="field field--name-field-text field--type-text-long field--label-hidden wysiwyg field__item"><hr><h2 class="text-align-center">#9</h2><p class="text-align-center">Specialty Programs in the Top 25 -- <em>U.S. News & World Report</em></p><hr><p> </p></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="paragraph paragraph-1_column"> <div class="field field--name-field-middle-column field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph-text"> <div class="field field--name-field-text field--type-text-long field--label-hidden wysiwyg field__item"><h2 class="text-align-center">Find Your Program</h2></div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="paragraph__tabs paragraph paragraph-tabs"> <nav> <div class="nav nav-tabs" id="tabNav11090" role="tablist"> <button class="nav-link active" id="tabNav11088" data-bs-toggle="tab" data-bs-target="#tabContent11088" type="button" role="tab" aria-controls="tabContent11088" aria-selected="true"> First-Time Teachers </button> <button class="nav-link" id="tabNav11089" data-bs-toggle="tab" data-bs-target="#tabContent11089" type="button" role="tab" aria-controls="tabContent11089" aria-selected="false"> Career Changers </button> </div> </nav> <div class="tab-content" id="tabContent11090"> <div class="tab-pane show active" id="tabContent11088" role="tabpanel" aria-labelledby="tabNav11088"> <div class="field field--name-field-tab-content field--type-text-long field--label-hidden wysiwyg field__item"><h3>Undergraduate Programs</h3><table class="tablesaw tablesaw-stack" data-tablesaw-mode="stack" data-tablesaw-minimap><thead class="empty-thead"><tr><th colspan="9999"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><a href="https://education.umd.edu/academics/programs/undergraduate/art-education-ba">Art Education, B.A.</a></td><td><a href="https://education.umd.edu/academics/programs/undergraduate/early-childhood-and-early-childhood-special-education-bs">Early Childhood and Early Childhood Special Education, B.S.</a></td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://education.umd.edu/academics/programs/undergraduate/elementary-education-bs">Elementary Education, B.S.</a></td><td><a href="https://education.umd.edu/academics/programs/undergraduate/elementarymiddle-special-education-bs">Elementary/Middle Special Education, B.S.</a></td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://education.umd.edu/academics/programs/undergraduate/middle-school-education-mathematics-and-science-concentration-bs">Middle School Education - Mathematics and Science Concentration, B.S.</a></td><td><a href="https://education.umd.edu/academics/programs/undergraduate/music-education-bme">Music Education, B.M.E.</a></td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://education.umd.edu/academics/programs/undergraduate/secondary-education-english-concentration-ba">Secondary Education - English Concentration, B.A.</a></td><td><a href="https://education.umd.edu/academics/programs/undergraduate/secondary-education-mathematics-concentration-terrapin-teachers-bs">Secondary Education - Mathematics Concentration (Terrapin Teachers), B.S.</a></td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://education.umd.edu/academics/programs/undergraduate/secondary-education-science-concentration-terrapin-teachers-bs">Secondary Education - Science Concentration (Terrapin Teachers), B.S.</a></td><td><a href="https://education.umd.edu/academics/programs/undergraduate/secondary-education-social-studies-concentration-ba-or-bs">Secondary Education - Social Studies Concentration, B.A. or B.S.</a></td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://education.umd.edu/academics/programs/undergraduate/secondary-education-world-languages-concentration-ba">Secondary Education - World Languages Concentration, B.A.</a></td><td> </td></tr></tbody></table><h3>Graduate Programs</h3><table class="tablesaw tablesaw-stack" data-tablesaw-mode="stack" data-tablesaw-minimap><thead class="empty-thead"><tr><th colspan="9999"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><a href="https://education.umd.edu/academics/programs/masters/curriculum-and-instruction-tesol-specialization-med">Curriculum and Instruction - TESOL Specialization, M.Ed.</a></td><td><a href="https://education.umd.edu/academics/programs/masters/curriculum-and-instruction-certification-mcert-med">Curriculum and Instruction - with Certification (MCERT), M.Ed.</a></td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://education.umd.edu/academics/programs/masters/curriculum-and-instruction-world-languages-education-specialization-med">Curriculum and Instruction - World Languages Education Specialization, M.Ed.</a></td><td><a href="https://education.umd.edu/academics/programs/masters/special-education-certification-med">Special Education - with Certification, M.Ed.</a></td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://education.umd.edu/academics/programs/masters/curriculum-and-instruction-creative-initiatives-teacher-education">Curriculum and Instruction - Creative Initiatives in Teacher Education Specialization (CITE) (Hybrid), M.Ed.</a></td><td> </td></tr></tbody></table></div> </div> <div class="tab-pane" id="tabContent11089" role="tabpanel" aria-labelledby="tabNav11089"> <div class="field field--name-field-tab-content field--type-text-long field--label-hidden wysiwyg field__item"><p dir="ltr">If you already have a bachelor's degree and are looking to transition into teaching, our graduate programs provide a clear path to teacher licensure. With options like our one-year MCERT program, you can quickly gain the skills and credentials needed to start your teaching career. </p><table class="tablesaw tablesaw-stack" data-tablesaw-mode="stack" data-tablesaw-minimap><thead class="empty-thead"><tr><th colspan="9999"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><a href="https://education.umd.edu/academics/programs/masters/curriculum-and-instruction-tesol-specialization-med">Curriculum and Instruction - TESOL Specialization, M.Ed.</a></td><td><a href="https://education.umd.edu/academics/programs/masters/curriculum-and-instruction-certification-mcert-med">Curriculum and Instruction - with Certification (MCERT), M.Ed.</a></td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://education.umd.edu/academics/programs/masters/curriculum-and-instruction-world-languages-education-specialization-med">Curriculum and Instruction - World Languages Education Specialization, M.Ed.</a></td><td><a href="https://education.umd.edu/academics/programs/masters/special-education-certification-med">Special Education - with Certification, M.Ed.</a></td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://education.umd.edu/academics/programs/masters/curriculum-and-instruction-creative-initiatives-teacher-education">Curriculum and Instruction - Creative Initiatives in Teacher Education Specialization (CITE) (Hybrid), M.Ed.</a></td><td> </td></tr></tbody></table></div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="paragraph paragraph-1_column"> <div class="field field--name-field-middle-column field--type-entity-reference-revisions field--label-hidden field__item"> <div class="paragraph paragraph-text"> <div class="field field--name-field-text field--type-text-long field--label-hidden wysiwyg field__item"><h2 class="text-align-center">Steps to Become a Teacher </h2><p dir="ltr">Below are some of the most common steps to becoming a teacher:</p><p><strong>1. Enroll in a Teacher Preparation Program </strong></p><p dir="ltr">Undergraduate students admitted to the University of Maryland for our <a href="https://education.umd.edu/academics/programs/teaching">teacher education programs</a> must apply separately to the College of Education for the professional program. You must submit the <a href="https://education.umd.edu/student-resources/student-services/coe-undergraduate-studies-student-services-office/professional">College of Education Professional Program Application</a> by the end of your sophomore year or fall of junior year (check with your College of Education advisor).</p><p dir="ltr">Are you a UMD student interested in changing your major to education? You must attend a <a href="https://education.umd.edu/student-resources/student-services/undergraduate-studies-student-services/major-exploration">Major Exploration Workshop</a> and schedule an appointment with an academic advisor.</p><p dir="ltr">Our <a href="https://education.umd.edu/academics/programs/search?cluster%5B43166%5D=43166&degree%5Bmaster_s%5D=master_s">master鈥檚</a> programs have their own program-specific requirements for admission.</p><article class="align-right media media--type-image media--view-mode-medium"> <div class="field field--name-thumbnail field--type-image field--label-hidden field__item"> <img loading="lazy" src="/sites/default/files/styles/wysiwyg_medium/public/uploads/2024/09/iStock-684059604%20%281%29.jpg?h=119335f7&itok=p-8MJpib" width="380" height="309" alt="teacher and young students at a table" typeof="foaf:Image" class="image-style-wysiwyg-medium"> </div> </article> <p><strong>2. Complete Student Teaching</strong></p><p dir="ltr">In our programs, you鈥檒l learn innovative and inclusive teaching methods that will prepare you to become a culturally and equity-minded educator ready to lead in today鈥檚 diverse and multicultural classrooms. For undergraduate students, this includes a year-long teaching internship during your senior year, where you鈥檒l gain valuable hands-on classroom experience, applying the knowledge and skills you learned in your coursework. Graduate students have tailored internship experiences based on their program.</p><p dir="ltr">Our students are placed in a variety of school settings in Maryland and the greater Washington, DC, area. Throughout the internship, our faculty will provide support, feedback and mentorship.</p><p dir="ltr">Before you receive your internship placement, you must complete the <a href="https://education.umd.edu/sites/default/files/uploads/Criminal%20History%20Disclosure%20Statement%20Instructions.pdf">Criminal History Disclosure Form</a> and fingerprinting for a background check.</p><p><strong>3. Pass Required Exams</strong></p><p dir="ltr">You must earn passing scores on several assessments (edTPA, Praxis II and others depending on licensure area) to meet the <a href="https://www.marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Certification/testing_info/praxis2.aspx">Maryland State Department of Education鈥檚 testing requirements</a> for your area of certification.</p><p><strong>4. Obtain Maryland Teacher Licensure</strong></p><p dir="ltr">After earning your degree, you鈥檒l be ready to apply for a Maryland educator license. <a href="https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Certification/apply/Overview.aspx">Apply for Maryland State Initial Licensure</a> through the Maryland State Department of Education. </p><p dir="ltr">If you are seeking teacher licensure in another state, consult the appropriate <a href="https://education.umd.edu/sites/default/files/uploads/inline-files/Program%20Requirements%20by%20State%20and%20Territories.xlsx">state departments of education</a> for more information.  </p><p class="text-align-center"> </p><h2 class="text-align-center">Contact Us</h2><p dir="ltr">Questions about undergraduate programs or our MCERT program? Email <a href="mailto:future-edterp@umd.edu">future-edterp@umd.edu</a>.</p><p>Questions about graduate programs? 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