Transform your career and shape young minds with Newman University's accelerated pathway to elementary teaching. Our innovative MSEd-Methods and Strategies for Teaching (MST) program combines master's-level education with hands-on classroom experience, preparing career-changers to become confident, effective elementary educators in just one year.
Through intensive summer training and year-long mentorship, you'll earn your master's degree while teaching as the instructor of record in your own classroom—gaining real-world experience from day one.
Accelerated Pathway - Complete your master's degree and teaching licensure in one academic year through our intensive, cohort-based program starting each summer. | |
Dual Mentorship -Receive continuous support from both university supervisors and experienced district mentors as you navigate your first year of teaching. | |
Earn While Learning - Begin teaching with a Limited Elementary Apprentice License after summer courses, earning a teacher's salary while completing your degree. |
Career Pathways
In Methods and Strategies for Teaching
Newman University's MST program provides you with the knowledge, practical skills, and credentials to launch a rewarding career in elementary education.
Our graduates are prepared for impactful roles, including:
- Elementary Classroom Teacher (K-6)
- Reading Intervention Specialist
- Math Intervention Specialist
- STEM Elementary Educator
- Special Education Teacher (with additional endorsement)
- Instructional Coach
- Curriculum Specialist
- Elementary School Administrator (with additional licensure)
Programs in Radiologic Technology
Undergraduate Programs
Throughout the twenty-two month program, students are required to complete a minimum of eight hours of community service as well as participate in the radiologic technology program service-learning project. The program hosts a campus blood drive every Fall for the American Red Cross before their critical season of need.
"Without the program being designed in a way to benefit working parents, I would never have been able to get my master’s degree and become a certified teacher. As a single mom the MST program allowed me to work full time, making an income to support my family while I was completing my degree."
MST Graduate, Elementary Teacher (Grades K-4 - Science), Courtney Main