Education: Handbook

The mission of the Juniata College Education Department is to prepare highly qualified educators and human service professionals who are committed to ethical leadership in the global community. Faculty and students value mutual support and the free and open exchange of thought. Through collaboration with local education agencies and families, the Department prepares competent professionals who are confident to face challenges, sensitive to diverse learners, skilled in the use of progressive technology and research-based practice, and dedicated to improving the quality of education for all.

Today’s societal challenges require educators who are decision makers, managers, facilitators, learning coaches and above all, effective communicators. The classroom environments teachers create need to promote positive social interaction and active inquiry. As investigators, instructors and evaluators, teachers must view students as individuals worthy of respect, accurately assess strengths, and guide learners to realize their maximum potential. Grounded in theory and research in a variety of disciplines, educators must be competent users of technology and life-long participants in the learning experience. To meet the demands of contemporary society, Juniata’s Education Department blends historic strengths of an established program with innovative and rigorous activities. Working in close collaboration with public schools, community agencies, and Juniata’s Early Childhood Education Center, students apply an understanding of theory and knowledge through a series of carefully constructed field experiences in special and general education classrooms. These experiences begin in the first year of study and extend throughout the program. Fieldwork culminates with a full semester of student teaching in the same classroom where teacher candidates have completed their professional semester field experience the previous semester; thus, all teacher candidates have the opportunity to work with the same experienced cooperating teacher for two consecutive semesters. Flexibility, a trait which we seek to develop in future teachers, is also a valuable component of our teacher preparation program. Juniata College and the Education Department faculty encourage students to study abroad to expand their knowledge and challenge their beliefs through exploring another culture. In addition, Juniata’s Program of Emphasis (POE) allows students to combine the required certification courses with other related areas of interest. Education Department faculty and staff are actively engaged in professional development and work closely with their colleagues in basic education and community agencies, both to prepare the next generation of teachers and to improve the quality of education in schools. Through modeling, creative teaching, and close interaction with students and other professionals, we empower teachers and human service professionals to meet the challenges of the future.

In Pennsylvania, colleges and universities that prepare teachers must be authorized by the Pennsylvania Department of Education to conduct programs that lead to professional teaching certificates. General questions about teacher certification in PA and about reciprocity with other states can be addressed to:

Bureau of School Leadership & Teacher Quality
Division of Certification Services
Pennsylvania Department of Education
333 Market Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17126
Customer Service: Tel: 717-787-3356

To prepare teachers and recommend candidates for state certification, an institution must:

• be approved as a baccalaureate or graduate degree granting institution by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE), and
• be evaluated and approved to offer specific certification programs in accordance with procedures established by the Secretary of Education.

Juniata College is authorized to offer teacher preparation programs and recommend candidates for certification in:

After a student successfully completes all requirements of an approved program, including all exams required by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, and the online application for an Instructional I certificate, the Education Department Certification Officer recommends the candidate for an Instructional I certificate. After reviewing applications, the state issues Instructional I certificates to those who qualify. The complete description of requirements for certification is available in the Professional Educator Certification Application Booklet.
PDE Teacher Certification website: http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/teachers_and_teacher_certifications/7199
The Education Department Certification Officer manages the certification process and keeps up-to-date records on all state requirements; maintains files; oversees admission to, retention in, and completion of certification requirements; assists students; answers questions about exams and requirements; oversees department enrollment; works closely with faculty; and completes Title II reports. Education Department advisors specialize in various areas and help their advisees plan courses and meet program requirements; they also monitor student progress and report to the Certification Officer.

All applicants for an Instructional I Certificate are required to complete all required tests established by the state and have scores reported to Juniata College and the Pennsylvania Department of Education. Educational Testing Service (ETS) and Pearson offer many exams, and different states require different exams. Therefore, students must carefully read all directions, choose the correct tests, and code the correct numbers when they register for exams. The most current information regarding the required tests and the required cutoff scores is posted on the certification bulletin board in Good Hall. Students may obtain all information concerning required exams from the Education Department Certification Officer. The Education Department requires students to successfully complete the mandated Reading, Mathematics, and Writing exams to gain admission to a certification program. Refer to the Certification Policies and Procedures section of this handbook. In addition, certification candidates must complete a specialty exam for each content area for which they seek certification. Students can find the most current information regarding required specialty area tests at www.ets.org/praxis and http://www.pa.nesinc.com. Students who have been admitted to certification programs must take their specialty area exams by the end of the fall semester of their senior year. This is to insure that they can apply for their Instructional I certificates as soon as they complete their program and earn their baccalaureate degree. For more specific information, students should contact their advisors in the Education Department and/or the Certification Officer.

Students must submit a formal application to their Education Advisor prior to the end of their sophomore year. In compliance with the Juniata College Education Department and the Pennsylvania Department of Education guidelines, students must meet the following requirements for academic preparation to gain admission to a certification program:

• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0 at the time of application
• Minimum of 48 credits and at least sophomore standing
• Six semester hours (or equivalent) in college level English composition and literature. Note: A score of 600 or above on the SAT II Writing subject test may be considered equivalent of three semester credits of English composition
• Six semester hours (or equivalent) in college level mathematics
• Passing scores on state required Reading, Writing, and Mathematics Basic Skills Exams (PAPA or CORE) or exemption from a test(s) based on scores on the ACT or SAT exams.  See Karen Pletcher, Education Department Certification Officer or the certification bulletin board for current passing scores and related information.
• All required health and clearances checks: Pennsylvania State Police Request for Criminal Record Check, Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Criminal History Record, and TB test results. Note: The Education Department requires all students who enter a certification program to have and maintain a strong professional record. Copies of reports and notices of any offenses committed on campus also are kept on file in the department advisor's office. If individuals have an offense on their clearance records or on-campus records, they may not be allowed to enter the certification program or participate in fieldwork. This will mean they may not be able to complete a certification program and be recommended by the Department’s Certification Officer for an Instructional I certificate. If offenses show on clearance reports or if students commit an offense during their tenure at Juniata College, they should see their Education Department advisor immediately to discuss their situation and possibly consider other career options.

Students who are denied admission to a certification program may submit a written appeal to the department seeking permission to continue to take some education courses. They may reapply for admission at a later date when they meet the requirements. The department will consider student appeals based upon several factors including but not limited to the following:

• Overall GPA
• Content and quality of the letter of appeal
• Faculty support
• Individual grades earned in education courses
• Required state exam score results
• Field experience evaluations
• Professional conduct and record of conduct
• Extenuating circumstances

All faculty members in the Education Department expect professional behavior and academic honesty on campus and in all field experiences. Any case of unprofessional behavior or academic dishonesty may result in a failing grade for the course, a portion of the course, and/or dismissal from the certification program. Professional behavior is described in:

• Code of Professional Practice and Conduct for Educators
• NAEYC’s Code of Ethical Conduct and Statement of Commitment
  http://www.naeyc.org/files/naeyc/file/positions/Ethics%20Position%20Statement2011.pdf
• The Code of Ethics of the National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET).
  http://www.naset.org/2444.0.html
• For Juniata College’s definition and description of academic honesty, see the Juniata College Pathfinder.
  https://www.juniata.edu/services/dean/pathfinder.pdf

Appeal Process: Students who are dismissed from a certification program or who do not meet all requirements for admission to, retention in, or completion of a certification may submit a written appeal to the Education Department for consideration. The appeal should be given to the Department Chairperson. Students may request a time to address the Department and present the appeal in person if they so choose. The Department Chairperson will schedule a meeting no later than two weeks after the request is made.

Application for Admission to Juniata Teacher Certification Program

 

All transfer students who are interested in pursuing teacher certification at Juniata College must provide a transcript for review to determine which education courses and experiences completed elsewhere may be accepted to meet certification program requirements. After credentials are reviewed by the appropriate Education Department faculty, a program plan will be created.
Please note:

• Transfer students are subject to all current requirements for admission to, retention in, and completion of a certification program, including the GPA requirements. Overall GPA earned at the former institution will be used as the determining GPA.
• Field Experiences: Transfer students must submit syllabi and evaluations of all field experiences taken at any previous institution. Students may be asked to complete or repeat required field work.
• Students are required to provide the department with a complete set of new clearances. Students may petition to have education courses accepted if they submit an official transcript that shows they received a C or better in the course(s) in question and submit a syllabus, and/or any other supporting materials (papers, exams, etc.) to the professor in charge of the course.
• After review of these documents, the professor(s) in charge of the course may recommend the course(s) for acceptance; recommend partial acceptance and an independent study to meet deficiency; or recommend denial of the course(s) to the certification program.

To be recommended to the Pennsylvania Department of Education for certification, students must:

• meet all program and state requirements at the time of application for certification as stated in the PDE Professional Education Certification Application and the Student Handbook, including all required exams established by the state.  Completers must have exam scores reported to both Juniata College and the Pennsylvania Department of Education.  Satisfactory completion means earning passing scores on all required exams (the PRAXIS/PAPA, PECT, and/or ETS Specialty exams) and the respective GPA scores specified by PDE.  Current information about required exams, GPAs, and cutoff scores is posted on the bulletin board outside the Certification Officer’s office and is also available from the Certification Officer or PDE website.
• complete all applicant sections of the online General Application for Pennsylvania Certificate Form PDE 338G.

After the candidate establishes the online file and completes all of the requirements, the Certification Officer will complete the online College/University Verification Form PDE 338C. The Certification Officer must be able to certify that "the applicant has completed an Approved Program (Certification Regulation 49.68) and demonstrated the role competencies to qualify for a certificate in the subject area(s) or field(s) listed…." Further, the Certification Officer must confirm "that the candidate is known and regarded by the preparing institution as a person of good moral character and possesses those personal qualities and professional knowledge and skill which warrant issuance of the requested certificate."

Certificates are issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Education after receiving:

• the candidate’s online General Application for PA Certification Form,
• confirmation from Educational Testing Services (ETS) or Pearson that the required exams have been completed and passed,
• the health certificate, and
• the online approval from Juniata College.

Note: All applications for certification must be submitted online through the Teacher Information Management System (TIMS).

General Application Form PDE 338 G (PDF) Section III of the 338G form may be used in place of the Health Certificate provided in TIMS.

All applicants must certify they have read and will abide by the Code of Professional Practice and Conduct for Educators.

More information is located on the Pennsylvania Department of Education Website listed below: http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/applications___forms/8649/pde_338_g_general_application_for_pa_certificate/506876

For additional information, please contact:
Division of Certification Services Pennsylvania Department of Education - School Leadership and Teacher Quality
333 Market Street | Harrisburg, PA 17126-0333 Phone: 717.787.3356

Non-traditional students may be classified as degree seeking or non-degree. Both types of students who seek certification must meet the requirements and follow procedures outlined in this manual.

• Individuals working toward a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) are subject to the same graduation requirements specified for traditional Juniata students. These requirements are explained in the Juniata College Catalog.
• Non-degree students who seek certification are individuals who already possess a BA or BS degree. Some students may already possess a teaching certificate and wish to add certification in another area while others may pursue an initial teaching certificate. All students, regardless of status, must meet the certification requirements for the approved program of their choice.
• Non-degree students interested in certification should obtain an advisor (appropriate to the certificate they are seeking) in the department and bring all credentials and transcripts to the initial meeting with that advisor. The advisor will meet with the prospective student, evaluate the credentials, consult with appropriate department faculty, and develop an initial plan of study. This plan will be reviewed and approved by the Education advisor. One copy of the plan will be signed and placed in the certification file. Another copy will be forwarded to the student. Plans remain in effect for three years. Students who interrupt their program for a longer period of time will fall subject to the requirements at the time they re-enter the program.
• Although the Education Department is sensitive to special needs of non-traditional students, Juniata College and the Education Department cannot make exceptions to non-traditional students in terms of course requirements, prerequisites, course scheduling, field experiences and/or student teaching placements or scheduling.

Clearances: Because we value child safety, the Juniata College Education Department requires students to complete all mandated clearances as specified by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, the Department of Human Services, and local schools and agencies. Students are responsible for obtaining and submitting their own application forms and money orders to the appropriate agencies. They are also responsible for submitting approved records to Professor Beckenbaugh, Director of Clinical Experiences, before they enter a field experience. She has information on all clearances and will assist students who need help. After the Director of Clinical Experiences receives all required documentation, she will assign a field placement. She will also make copies of the documentation for the Education Department file and return the originals to students. It is each student’s responsibility to keep the original clearance forms in a safe place. As long as students are continuously enrolled in the educator preparation program at Juniata College, they are not required to have a new background check each year. (Please note: The State College School District does not follow this policy and requires current clearance checks for students who are placed there.) All students must stay in good standing throughout their program at Juniata College. Violations or arrests that could result in failure to pass future clearance checks may result in dismissal from a practicum and the teacher preparation program. A new Federal Criminal History Record and a PA State Police Criminal History Record are required if the individual’s enrollment in an educator preparation program is interrupted or if that candidate transfers to another educator preparation program.
The following documents must be on file with the Director of Field Experiences before students receive a placement and begin any practicum or field placement:

• Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearances (CY113)
• Pennsylvania Criminal Record Checks (SP4-164)
• Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) Criminal Background Checks
• TB test (tuberculosis skin test) - required every two years

In addition, professors will ask students in field experiences to complete the Juniata College travel forms. They will also have students who are in public school placements complete the Act 24 form.

Forms and information website:

• http://www.dpw.state.pa.us/findaform/childabusehistoryclearanceforms/S_001087
• http://www.pa.cogentid.com

TB tests can be done at a doctor’s office or at the Juniata College Health and Wellness Center. (Adopted 1/23/13)

Although the specific guidelines for field experiences vary from course to course, some of the general guidelines apply to each of them.

• Length of field experience: All students enrolled in a field experience are expected to begin their placement when specified by the instructor and/or Director of Clinical Experiences and will continue through the last full week of classes. In general, field experience placements involve two 2 hour sessions per week (a minimum of 40 hours per semester).
• Time sheet: Students submit their time sheets on a regular basis so course instructors can monitor attendance. The cooperating teacher’s signature indicates verification of student attendance.
• Assignments: For each course that includes a field experience, the professor distributes specific assignments focused on course content. All field experience assignments are submitted to the professor according to the designated course calendar.
• Evaluation: The cooperating teacher completes an evaluation of the student’s performance, and students are required to submit a summary of the experience to the course professor. Grades for the field experience are based upon:
  • regular attendance at the field experience site,
  • professionalism,
  • communication,
  • successful completion of all field experience assignments, and
  • the cooperating teacher’s evaluation.

Cooperating Teacher

• Verifies the student’s attendance and participation in class activities on a weekly basis
• Provides constructive feedback to students
• Acts as a resource to assist with completion of field experience assignments
• Communicates with the field placement coordinator or the course instructor about problems or exceptional performance
• Provides the student and the college with an overall evaluation of performance (Individual course evaluation forms are distributed and collected by the Director of Clinical Experiences)

Course Professor

• Prepares students for the responsibilities of the field experience
• Monitors student attendance and participation
• Provides feedback to students on assignments and performance
• Provides support and assistance to the Director of Clinical Experiences
• Visits field placements as necessary
• Assigns final grades

Director of Clinical Experiences

• Coordinates the placement of students
• Serves as a liaison between the Education Department and the cooperating teachers
• Assists the course professor in monitoring student attendance, professionalism, and participation
• Intervenes at the field experience site should an urgent situation arise, and informs the course instructor promptly of any such situation
• Serves as a resource for students who are participating in the field experience
• Distributes and collects course evaluation forms from cooperating teachers
• Maintains a tracking sheet of all field experiences in each student’s certification file

NOTE: Certification candidates must obtain satisfactory ratings in all field experiences. If a candidate receives a grade of C- or lower the field experience must be repeated even if the overall course grade is satisfactory.

Pi Lambda Theta is the national honor society in education open by invitation to certification candidates and other students who are pursuing an individualized POE or career in education. To be invited to join, students must have at least a 3.5 GPA, an advisor in the education department, and at least junior standing. Transfer students may be considered after one year of course work at Juniata College.

Juniata College Distinction in Education
Eligibility:
To be eligible for admission to the honors program for Distinction in Education, students must:

• Have completed at least 75 credit hours
• Achieved an overall GPA of at least 3.7. We will not round up decimals.
• Achieved admission to a teacher certification program and earned good standing in the Education Department

Entrance to, Retention in, and Completion of the Honors Program:
To gain entrance to the honors program, students must:

• Complete the Initial Application Form for Distinction in Education, and
• Submit the Initial Application Form for Distinction in Education to the Education Department Chair by January 30 of their junior year.
• The Education Department faculty will review the applications, discuss the candidates, and respond to their requests in writing by February 15.

After gaining approval to pursue Distinction in Education and to remain eligible for the honors program, candidates must:

• Submit the Research Proposal Form for Distinction in Education to their sponsor by April 1 of their junior year. The Education Department faculty will review the proposals and respond to the candidates by April 15. A copy of the Research Proposal Form and the letter indicating the Department’s response to the proposal will be placed in each candidate’s certification file.
• Maintain at least an overall GPA of 3.7.
• Maintain good standing in the certification program, all courses, and all field experiences
• Successfully implement their research project, meet the goals established on their timeline, and keep their sponsors informed in writing of any deviations from the plan or issues that arise with their research. Sponsors will keep the Education Department faculty informed of the candidates’ progress. If any modifications to the Research Proposal are necessary, the candidate must submit a written revised proposal to the sponsor and gain Departmental approval to continue in the honors program. A copy of the revised research Proposal and a letter indicating the Department’s response to the proposal will be placed in the candidate’s certification file.

To Complete the Honors program and earn Distinction in Education, seniors must:

• File all required paperwork and present their research at the spring Juniata College Liberal Arts Symposium
• Formally present their research to at least three faculty members (two must be from the Education Department) by April 20 of their senior year.
• Submit their final written report by April 30 of their senior year.
• To graduate with Distinction, candidates must gain final Education Department approval of the completed project by the last day of classes in the spring semester.

Initial Application Form for Distinction in Education
Research Proposal Form for Distinction in Education

Juniata Instructors of the Future (JIF) is an active education organization which is entirely student driven. The club sponsors guest speakers on current topics and issues in education and engages in a variety of other community service activities throughout the academic year. Events and activities include:

• Biweekly club meetings
• Santa Brunch at Standing Stone Elementary School
• Crafts and games at the Huntingdon Community Center
• Activities for United Way events
• Youth Carnival at Juniata College
• Childcare nights
• Childcare for faculty’s children during faculty meetings
• Scholastic book orders

Check the JIF bulletin board outside of Good 308 for announcements regarding current club officers and events.

Juniata College has established strong exchanges with universities throughout the world. Students seeking certification in modern languages are required to study abroad for a full year in a country where the language of certification is spoken. These requirements are detailed in advising sheets available through the Department of World Languages and Cultures.
Education students in other certification programs are encouraged to study abroad for a semester or participate in one of the many short term study abroad programs that are offered. Popular sites include the University of Gloucestershire in Cheltenham, England and the University of York St. John in York, England. It is also possible for teacher candidates to consider other study abroad sites in Australia, China, Ecuador, France, Germany, Greece, Scotland, India, Ireland, New Zealand, Northern Ireland, Japan, Mexico, and Spain. Because course requirements for certification programs are extensive, it is important for students pursuing certification to declare their interest in studying abroad early. Students should speak with their advisors and the Study Abroad Advisor in the Juniata College Center for International Education no later than the beginning of the sophomore year of study to begin the planning process.
Students enrolled in certification programs are encouraged to spend a semester abroad at one of a number of institutions, including the Brethren Colleges Abroad Program at Cheltenham or the University College of York St John, both of which are located in England. While studying at either of these two institutions, students can take education or general education courses that can be transferred and counted toward graduation.

Emily Kutz, ’17 - Mexico and Spain: I studied at IDEA de Oriente in Orizaba, Mexico during the 2015 summer as well as taught English as an internship at Escuela Primaria General Juan de la Luz Enríquez. In August and fall 2016, she studied at TEFL International Seville to earn her Teaching English as a Second Language (TESOL) certificate. During fall 2016, Emily taught English at Universidad Pablo de Olavide -  Seville, Spain.

Logan Barkman - York, St. John University, UK: I attended York St. John University in York, England during the fall. While I was there, I took classes primarily in history. I found the experience of learning in another culture very beneficial, especially since I have a Social Studies Secondary Education POE. The classes that I took while at York St. John were War and Society, the Making of Britain, and The Contemporary American City. Each class met once a week for 2-3 hours. The only grades I earned were for two research papers. I did not need any textbooks for these classes. Each professor gave a reading list for their course. I found this very helpful. While in York, I was able to travel to several countries. I spent weekends in Edinburgh, Scotland; Dublin, Ireland; Paris, France; London; and Rome, Italy. Each place was very interesting and had many things to see. I also went to some smaller places within England such as Whitby and Scarborough, and the Lake District. I made many new friends, both American and British. I stay in contact with many of them, and I will see some of them this summer. Living and studying in York was somewhat different compared to Juniata. York was a large city but easy to get around, and it had many interesting places to visit and explore. The class load wasn't as rigorous as it is at Juniata. I also had my own room instead of sharing with another student. The York campus was small like Juniata's, and it had a friendly atmosphere. Studying abroad was a great experience. I really enjoyed my stay in York and I recommend that Education majors should study abroad some time during their time at Juniata.

Gina Piccolini - Athens, Greece: Every moment in my study abroad trip has been a learning experience. Learning Greek is quite a challenge, but my peers and I work on it everyday. It is extremely rewarding. I'm almost three months into my trip, and I am still adjusting to the different lifestyle of the Greek people. This trip is changing who I am and making me a more culturally aware and well-rounded person. I can honestly say I will be a better teacher because of the awkward, somewhat uncomfortable, yet humorous situations I have found myself in during my stay in this beautiful country. Communicating in different ways I normally wouldn't have is a staple of my everyday life. I am so grateful for this opportunity to study abroad. My professors, especially the professors in the education Department, have been a huge help in making this incredible trip happen. If you get the opportunity to study abroad, do it. It will be a life changing experience!

ED 110 Foundations of Education(3) **ED 111 Foundations of Education Lab (1) ED 120 Child Development (3) **ED 121 Child Development Lab (1) ED 201 Educational Technology: STEM II (3) *ED 210 Music, Movement, and Art (3) *ED 223 Math Methods: STEM I (3) ED 240 Introduction to Students with Exceptionalities (3) *ED 310 Children’s Literature (3) ED 312 Language and the Developing Brain (3) **ED 313 Language Development Lab (1) ED 314 English Language Learners (1) ED 315 English Language Learners Field Experience (1) ED 342 Assessment (3) ED 343 Differentiated Instruction (3) ED 350 Science Methods: STEM III (3) ED 400 Curriculum and Methods in Early Childhood (3) **ED 401 Junior Field Experience (1) **ED 410 Families and Teachers (3) ED 411 Reading Difficulties (2) **ED 412 Reading Clinic (1) ED 430 Language and Literacy II (3) ED 432 Social Studies Methods (3) **ED 433 Prestudent Teaching Field Experience and Seminar (1) ***ED 450 Student Teaching (14) ED 451 Student Teaching Seminar (1) Total 73 credits *Some embedded field experience **40 hours of field experience ***Full-time 15 weeks

Course Number	Title	Credits	Prerequisites	Dist.	Skills
ED 110	Foundations of Education	3		S
ED 111	Foundations of Education Lab	1	corequisite ED 110	S
ED 120	Child Development	3	corequisite ED 121	S
ED 121**	Child Development Lab	1	corequisite ED 120 or permission	S
ED 201	Educational Technology: STEM II	3	ED 110 & ED 111 & ED 120 & ED 121	S
ED 210*	Music, Movement and Art	3	ED 120, ED 121 corequisite ED 223	F
ED 223*	Math Methods: STEM 1	3	ED 120 & ED 121, corequisite ED 210	S
ED 240	Introduction to Students with Exceptionalities	3	ED 110 & ED 111& ED 120 & ED 121	S
ED 310	Children's Literature	3	ED 110, ED 111, ED 120, & ED 121	S
ED 312	Language and the Developing Brain	3	ED 120, ED 121 & ED 311	S
ED 313**	Language Development Lab	1	ED 120, ED 121 & ED 311	S
ED 314	English Language Learners	1	ED 120 or ED 130	S
ED 315	English Language Learners Field Experience	1	ED 120, ED 130 & ED 314	S
ED 342	Assessment Learners	3	ED 120, ED 121, ED 130 & ED 240	S
ED 343	Differentiated Instruction	3	ED 120, ED 121 & ED 240	S
ED 350	Science Methods for Young Learners: STEM II	3	ED 110 & ED 111	S
ED 400	Curriculum & Methods in Early Childhood Education	3	ED 110, ED 111 & ED 120 & ED 121	S
ED 401**	Junior Field Experience	1	ED 120, ED 121, ED 240 & ED 311	S
ED 410**	Families and Teachers Education	3	ED 400	S	CS
ED 411	Reading Difficulties	2	ED 120, ED 121, ED 130, ED 212, & ED 430	S
ED 412**	Reading Clinic	1	ED 120, ED 121, ED 130, ED 212, & ED 430	S
ED 430	Language and Literacy	3		S	CW
ED 432	Social Studies Methods	3		S
ED 433**	Prestudent Teaching Field Experience & Seminar	1	ED 310, corequisite ED 430 & ED 431	S
ED 450 ***	Student Teaching	14	senior standing & all certificate requirements & permission, corequisite ED 451	S
ED 451	Student Teaching Seminar	1	corequisite ED 450	S

*Some embedded field experience **40 hours of field experience ***Full-time 15 weeks

NOTE: The PreK-4 program started fall 2009 with the incoming freshman class, and the class of 2013 will be the first graduates of this program. The PreK-4 program will be phased in over the next 3 years. Students in this program must have an advisor in the Education Department. Teacher certification programs are subject to changes in state and federal regulations. Formal acceptance to a certification program may include requirements over and above those of the college. Title II of the Higher Education Act enacted in 1998 requires that institutions publicize the pass-rate of PRAXIS tests taken by students who complete a certification program. See the Education Department's Student Handbook and website www.juniata.edu/education for specific information and current certification requirements. Title II information is available from the Education Department Certification Officer or the Dean of Enrollment.

NOTE: It is imperative that students work closely with their advisors to meet all current certification requirements. All students are required to take six credits of English composition (or equivalent) and literature (or the equivalent) and two college level mathematics courses (or the equivalent) prior to being admitted to a certification program. See Section I of the Education Department Student Handbook for explanation of all certification requirements.

Course Number	Title	Credits	Prerequisites	Dist.	Skills
ED 110	Foundations of Education	3		S
ED 111	Foundations of Education Lab	1	corequisite ED 110	S
ED 120	Child Development	3	corequisite ED 121	S
ED 121**	Child Development Lab	1	corequisite ED 120 or permission	S
ED 130	Adolescent Development	3		S
ED 201	Educational Technology: STEM II	3	ED 110 & ED 111 & ED 120 & ED 121	S
ED 210*	Music, Movement & Art	3	ED 120, ED 121, corequisite ED 223	F
ED 223*	Math Methods: STEM 1	3	ED 120 & ED 121, corequisite ED 210	S
ED 240	Introduction to Students with Exceptionalities	3	ED 110 & ED 111& ED 120 & ED 121	S
ED 300S	Sign Language	1	ED 120 or ED 130	S
ED 303	Issues in Special Education	1
ED 310	Children's Literature	3	ED 110, ED 111, ED 120, & ED 121	S
ED 312	Language and the Developing Brain	3	ED 120, ED 121 & ED 311	S
ED 313**	Language Development Lab	1	ED 120, ED 121 & ED 311	S
ED 314	English Language Learners	1	ED 120 or ED 130	S
ED 315	English Language Learners Field Experience	1		S
ED 342	Assessment Learners	3	ED 120, ED 121, ED 130 & ED 240	S
ED 343	Differentiated Instruction	3	ED 120, ED 121 & ED 240	S
ED 350	Science Methods for Young Learners: STEM II	3	ED 110 & ED 111	S
ED 400	Curriculum & Methods in Early Childhood Education	3	ED 110, ED 111 & ED 120 & ED 121	S
ED 401**	Junior Field Experience	1	ED 120, ED 121, ED 240 & ED 311	S
ED 410**	Families and Teachers Education	3	ED 400	S	CS
ED 411	Reading Difficulties	2	ED 120, ED 121, ED 130, ED 212, & ED 430	S
ED 412**	Reading Clinic	1	ED 120, ED 121, ED 130, ED 212, & ED 430	S
ED 430	Language and Literacy	3		S	CW
ED 432	Social Studies Methods	3		S
ED 433**	Prestudent Teaching Field Experience & Seminar	1	ED 310, corequisite ED 430 & ED 431	S
ED 440	High Incidence Disabilities	3
ED 441	Low Incidence Disabilities	4
ED 442	Social, Emotional & Behavioral Disorders	3
ED 450 ***	Student Teaching	14	senior standing & all certificate requirements & permission, corequisite ED 451	S
ED 451	Student Teaching Seminar	1	corequisite ED 450	S

*Some embedded field experience **40 hours of field experience ***Full-time 15 weeks

Total credits = 88 (73 from PreK-4 POE and 15 credits special education specialty courses)

Notes: Teacher certification programs are subject to changes in state and federal regulations. Formal acceptance into, retention in, and completion of a certification program may include requirements over and above those of the college. See the Education Department's Student Handbook for additional information on certification.

Freshman Year: (Either Semester)	Freshman Year: (Either Semester)
ED 110 & ED 111	ED 110 & ED 111
ED 130	ED 130
Sophomore Year: Fall	Sophomore Year: Spring
ED 240	ED 341
ED 201	ED 314
Junior Year: Fall	Junior Year: Spring
	ED 419 A or B (Spring Only) ED 420
Abroad (For foreign language POEs)	ED 421 or ED 422
	Abroad (For foreign language POEs)
Senior Year: Fall	Senior Year: Spring
ED 450 (Fall Only)	FL 450 (Spring Only)
ED 451 (Fall Only)	ED 451
ED 315
FL 398 (Fall Only)

Juniata College’s Career Services Office offers the following services that are of special interest to students with Programs of Emphasis in Education:

• American Association for Employment in Education (AAEE) Directory
  A current directory that lists all of the public school systems in the United States by state and/or county.
• AAEE Job Search Handbook for Educators
  An annually published reference handbook for educators that includes suggestions for conducting a job search, suggestion for developing a resume or vita, guidelines for preparing cover letters, interviewing strategies and other helpful, related information.
• Alumni Career Team (ACT)
  A networking database of Juniata alumni, searchable by area of study, occupation, and geographic location, is available to provide career information, internship information, job referrals, mentoring and organization/city orientation.
• Career Days and Job Fairs
  A current list of ongoing “Careers in Education” days “Education Job Fair” dates and locations. Registration and fee information for each session is also available.
• Job Search Support Workshops and Seminars
  Each year, Career Services sponsors a series of job search support seminars on such topics as resume writing, interview techniques, job-seeking strategies, and the co-curricular transcript. Additional topics and/or services may include career counseling, mock interviews, and on-campus interviewing. Be sure to stop by the center to check current schedules, dates, and times.
• Job Search Credential File
  Career Services is prepared to assist seniors in the development and preparation of a job search credential file. Students must initiate this procedure by stopping by the Career Services office and completing the appropriate forms. File may include resumes, recommendations, etc. which will be sent to school districts upon request.
• Job Vacancies in Education
  Career Services provides email notification to seniors of jobs available in education.
• Additional Information and/or Services
  Career Services also offers information about teacher certification reciprocity agreements, available teacher placement consortia services, guides to national education-related professional societies, copies of current education-related newsletters, professional society publications, job opening announcements, summer hotline for unfilled teaching positions, teaching opportunities abroad, and Teacher Corps opportunities.

In accordance with the teaching competencies written by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, the Education Department at Juniata College has designed its teacher education programs to assist students in preparation for the issuance of an Instructional I certificate. Each program provides teacher education candidates with an opportunity to apply multiple theories, concepts, and evidence-based practices in a classroom setting.
The Pennsylvania Department of Education Teaching Competencies are divided into four categories: (I) Planning and Preparation, (II) Classroom Environment, (III) Instructional Delivery, and (IV) Professionalism.

Category I: Planning and Preparation - Student teacher/candidate demonstrates thorough knowledge of content and pedagogical skills in planning and preparation. Student teacher makes plans and sets goals based on the content to be taught/learned, knowledge of assigned students, and the instructional context. (Alignment: 354.33. (1)(i)(A), (B), (C), (G), (H))

• The teacher understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the discipline the teacher teaches, and can create learning experiences that make these aspects of subject matter meaningful for all students.
• The teacher understands how all children learn and develop, and can provide learning opportunities that support their intellectual, social, career, and personal development.
• The teacher understands how students differ in their ability and approaches to learning and creates opportunities that foster achievement of diverse learners in the inclusive classroom.
• The teacher plans instruction based upon knowledge of subject matter, students, the community, and curriculum goals.
• The teacher understands and uses formal and informal assessment strategies to evaluate and ensure the continuous intellectual, social, and physical development of the learner.

Category II: Classroom Environment – Student teacher/candidate establishes and maintains a purposeful and equitable environment for learning, in which students feel safe, valued, and respected, by instituting routines and setting clear expectations for student behavior. (Alignment: 354.33. (1)(i)(E), (B))

• The teacher uses an understanding of individual and group motivation and behavior to create a learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation.
• The teacher understands how all children learn and develop, and can provide learning opportunities that support their intellectual, social, career, and personal development.

Category III – Instructional Delivery - Student teacher/candidate, through knowledge of content, pedagogy and skill in delivering instruction, engages students in learning by using a variety of instructional strategies. (Alignment: 354.33. (1)(i)(D),(F),(G))

• The student teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies, including interdisciplinary learning experiences, to encourage students’ development of critical thinking, problem solving, and performance skills.
• The student teacher uses knowledge of effective verbal, nonverbal, and media communication techniques supported by appropriate technology to foster active inquiry, collaboration, and supportive interaction in the classroom.
• The student teacher plans instruction based upon knowledge of subject matter, students, the community, and curriculum goals.

Category IV – Professionalism - Student teacher/candidate demonstrates qualities that characterize a professional person in aspects that occur in and beyond the classroom/building. Alignment: 354.33. (1)(i)(I),(J)

• The student teacher thinks systematically about practice, learns from experience, seeks the advice of others, draws upon educational research and scholarship, and actively seeks out opportunities to grow professionally.
• The student teacher contributes to school effectiveness by collaborating with other professionals and parents, by using community resources, and by working as an advocate to improve opportunities for student learning.