Teach in 12: Secondary Education
Program Overview
Introduction to Teach in 12: Secondary Education
The University of Missouri-St. Louis offers an alternative certification program, Teach in 12, for individuals who have a bachelor's degree in any area and are interested in earning Missouri Teacher Certification in secondary education. This program is designed for those who have found success in one career but seek a new career in teaching to make a difference in the lives of others.
Admission Requirements
To be eligible for the Teach in 12 program, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- A passing score on the designated Missouri Content Examination (ETS PRAXIS)
- A 2.75 or higher overall GPA
- Approved results of the Family Care Safety Registry
- A clear TB test or chest x-ray, if appropriate
- Students must meet the application deadlines set by the Graduate School
ETS Praxis Examination
The ETS Praxis Examination is a required component of the admission process.
Clinical Experiences
The program includes various clinical experiences, such as:
- One day teaching in a local high school
- 20 clock hours working in a community agency
- 2 site-based practicum courses immersed in a Studio School
- Practicum One: 2 days per week working as a Triton Teacher
- Practicum Two: 4 days per week working as a Triton Teacher
Unique Resources and Innovations
The program offers several unique resources and innovations, including:
- The opportunity to earn a Master of Education degree by taking 3 additional courses
- A launch session to build community, provide early guidance, and share essential information
- Grand Seminars and Collaborative Exchanges throughout the practicum experiences
Teach in 12 Secondary Education Course Plan
The course plan for the Teach in 12 Secondary Education program is as follows:
Term and Course Details
| Term | Course | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Fall I | TCH ED 5000: Advanced Early Clinical Experience | 1 |
| TCH ED 5310: Instructional Design & Technology Integration for Educators | 3 | |
| TCH ED 5880: Writing in the Content Areas | 3 | |
| Spring I | SEC ED 4XXX: (The) Curriculum & Methods of Teaching ... | 3 |
| SEC ED 5989: Practicum I: Site-Based Experience | 3 | |
| TCH ED 5311: Foundations of Education | 3 | |
| TCH ED 6030: Instruction, Learning, & Assessment | 3 | |
| Summer I | ED PSY 6222: Advanced Studies in Child & Adolescent Development | 3 |
| TCH ED 5001: Advanced Mid-Level Clinical Experience: Diverse Learners | 1 | |
| TCH ED 5312: Teaching Reading in the Content Areas | 3 | |
| Fall II | SEC ED 5990: Practicum II: Site-Based Experience | 8 |
| SPEC ED 6412: Foundations of Inclusive Education | 3 |
Additional Courses for M.Ed.
- TCH ED 6010: Examining History, Community & Social Justice in Education | 3
- TCH ED 6909: Teacher Action Research I | 3
- TCH ED 6910: Teacher Action Research Capstone | 3
Accreditation
The College of Education programs are accredited by CACREP, Counseling; NASP, School Psychology; and AAQEP Teacher Education.