More about the program:

Through rigorous coursework and hands-on experiences, students develop a deep understanding of pedagogical practices, curriculum development, and instructional strategies tailored to elementary school settings. Upon successful completion of the BA program and passing scores on the requied State of New Mexico Teacher Assessments, teacher candidates will be eligible to apply for a K-8 teacher license with a TESOL endorsement.

Associate of Arts: The AA in Elementary Education curriculumis aligned to the New Mexico State's Transfer Module and NNMC's General Education Common Core Offerings, and provides a seamless transition to NNMC's Bachelor's in Elementary Education.

Bachelor of Arts: The BA in Elementary Education is accredited by the New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED) and by the Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).

As part of the BA program requirements, teacher candidates also choose from one of thefollowing Concentration Areas areas:

• Language Arts, Social Studies, Math, Science

• Bilingual Education endorsement.

Field Experience

• BA ALP Field Experience Information Form
• Background Check Confirmation
• Practicum Disposition Checklist

Student Teaching Materials

• Student Teaching Plan to Complete Hours
• Elevate Domain 1-1st Mentor Teacher Observation Form
• Elevate Domain 2-2nd Mentor & College Supervisor Observation Form
• Elevate Domain 3-1st College Supervisor Observation Form
• Elevate Domain 4-Professionalism Student Self-Evaluation Form
• Student Teaching Disposition Checklist
• Lesson Plan Template