Bachelor of Science in
Elementary Education
Elementary teachers play a vital role in society, as they provide the fundamental building blocks of every child’s education. The Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education program will prepare you to think critically and reflectively while preparing you to design and deliver effective instruction to all students. Coursework throughout the program is supported with hands-on field experience opportunities in partnership with diverse school sites.
A yearlong teaching residency in an elementary classroom during your senior year promotes intensive professional development with practicing elementary school teachers. During this time, you will be mentored as you develop the ability to communicate and collaborate with students, colleagues, families, and community members to support students’ learning and development.
Being an elementary teacher gives you a unique opportunity to impact the lives of children beyond the classroom. Become a teacher and be a changemaker.
Students who complete the program are eligible for professional certification in Elementary Education and English as a Second Language endorsement.*
*This only applies to students who are on the 2024-2025 program of study with 120 hours)
Interested in earning a Master's degree with one additional year? Consider our Master of Arts in Teaching Grades 1-5 program.
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Undergraduate teacher education students are required to meet the following requirements:
- Minimum grade-point average of 2.50, cumulative and LSU, for entry into and continuation in upper (3000/4000) level education courses, including yearlong teaching residency
Students who complete the program are eligible for:
- Elementary Grades 1-5
- English as a Second Language endorsement
- Satisfactory completion of an approved program of study as determined by all of the following: faculty of the college in which the major/concentration resides, the University, the LSU P-12 Education Advisory Council, and the Louisiana Board of Elementary & Secondary Education
- Minimum GPA of 2.50 on all work completed, cumulative and LSU
- Grade of “C” or higher in course work as specified by the Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education
What You'll Learn
Overall, graduates of the program will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to design and deliver effective and motivating instruction to all learners and build professional relationships through communication and collaboration with students, colleagues, and community.
Some of the learning outcomes include:
- Develop challenging learning experiences that consider children's individual strengths and needs
- Work respectfully with families to gain insight into each child to maximize their development, learning, and motivation
- Apply content and curricular knowledge for teaching
- Administer assessments to determine students' competencies and learning needs
- Plan instruction including goals, materials, learning activities and assessments
- Manage the classroom by establishing social norms and behavioral expectations
- Support motivation and engagement through evidence-based practices
Career Path
Some of the potential career paths for graduates of this program include:
- Grades 1 - 5 teacher
- School counselor
- School administrator
$52,660
2021 average Classroom Teacher salary
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Teacher Education Disclosure
The Elementary Grades Education BS program meets the educational eligibility criteria for certification in Elementary Grades 1-5 in the State of Louisiana. Graduates of this Louisiana state-approved teacher preparation program will qualify for a Level 1 Professional Certificate. Graduates of the program who wish to teach in another U.S. state or country may require additional eligibility criteria to qualify for licensure and/or certification in those locations. We are unable to confirm the licensure and/or certification requirements of other states or countries. Therefore, if you intend to pursue such credentialing in another state or elsewhere, it is advised that you contact the applicable state or country credentialing authority to familiarize yourself with its specific requirements and determine if this program meets the applicable eligibility criteria. If you have additional questions in this regard, please contact us to assist you in your career planning.
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