Explore Our Online Master’s Degree in Teaching Program
Have you ever dreamed of becoming a teacher? If you have a bachelor’s degree, you can — and you can get started in the classroom right away.
How? In Minnesota, you can be hired as a teacher if you already have a bachelor’s degree, and you can teach while working toward your M.A. in Teaching, thanks to the state’s tiered licensure system. Our online degree program at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota makes it convenient for you to learn while you teach.
Our online M.A. in Teaching program is for individuals with bachelor’s degrees who want to become teachers. In most cases, students in this program have been hired or are already serving as Tier 1 or Tier 2 teachers in Minnesota, and our program provides the required training to become a fully licensed Tier 3 teacher. In as little as two years, you can complete the coursework for your Tier 3 license, leaving only six additional credits to earn your master’s degree.
Discover the Kind of Teacher You Want to Be
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota is an institution dedicated to teaching. Our model of Lasallian Catholic education informs our mission and sets the tone for every program and every class. This tradition of ethical education helps people cultivate leadership and integrity. This is well-suited for people who want to become teachers. As models for children and young adults, the teaching role is significant and carries a long-lasting impact. Degree programs at the School of Education at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota are focused on transforming lives, our communities, and our society for the better.
In addition to our M.A. in Teaching program, we offer several certificate programs that can help teachers position themselves for fulfilling careers in education. These include:
- Director of Special Education Graduate Certificate
- K-12 Principal Graduate Certificate
- Superintendent Graduate Certificate
In addition, we offer an online M.A. in Education program for licensed teachers looking to advance their careers, which can be completed in two years.
The M.A. in Teaching Program at Saint Mary’s
The M.A. in Teaching program aims to empower graduates to perform the following:
- Plan and manage class the curriculum
- Practice cultural competence, welcoming students from diverse backgrounds
- Create learning environments that encourage self-motivation and active inquiry
- Facilitate collaborative learning
- Assess student participation, test scores, and progress
- Communicate effectively with parents and guardians
- Adapt current educational research for use in the classroom
Those interested in STEM subjects have an opportunity to participate in the ISTEP-Noyce project, part of a grant from the National Science Foundation. This program offers a scholarship to eligible students who have obtained a bachelor’s degree in STEM subjects and want to become secondary education teachers in a STEM-related field.
Meeting State Requirements in Minnesota
State regulations regarding teaching licenses in Minnesota undergo regular review and may be changed from time to time. The M.A. in Teaching program at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota is state-approved. Successful graduates may meet requirements for Tier 3 licensure in the State of Minnesota, depending on the regulations at the time. Testing may be required. If you have further questions, schedule a virtual information session or visit with our admissions counselors.
Explore Field Work and Student Teaching Experiences
Students in this online master’s degree program earn a teaching degree that places them in classrooms and exposes them to different teaching styles and lesson plans. They are exposed to a wide variety of subject matter, in both the elementary and secondary level tracks. In addition, our students explore the subjects and content in which they are most interested, and in which they may want to specialize.
The student teaching experience is full-time and under the supervision of a cooperating, licensed teacher at the worksite and a supervisor from Saint Mary’s. For one entire semester, the student is responsible for teaching in a designated school and classroom. This invaluable experience helps build confidence and your teaching portfolio.
Discover Your Place and Teach in Minnesota
Whether you are ready for a career change or just finished your bachelor’s degree, our M.A. in Teaching program can help you become a licensed teacher in Minnesota. It can also prepare you for teaching in other geographic locations, as long as you meet those state requirements for a teaching license. Are you a born teacher? Find out in this exciting, fulfilling program at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. Request information today.
