Major in Social Studies Education
Become an educator • Get certified to teach social studies • Impact the future generation
Social Studies Education teaches future leaders.
JBU gives you the tools you need to succeed.
In the social studies education major, you will learn how to teach American and world history,
geography, and American government. At JBU, you will have model classrooms on campus to practice in,
and you will also have an abundance of time in real classrooms student teaching.
Learn more about how JBU's social studies education program prepares you to teach
Social Studies Education at JBU - You'll get to:
Experience a Clinical-Stye Education
Students spend a lot of time observing and teaching alongside teachers so that students are confident in classroom management and lesson planning.
Study Strong Curriculum
JBU’s social studies ed program combines the rigor of the education program with the breadth of the history curriculum. This combination develops students into experts in their field of study.
Get More Teaching Time
JBU students teach almost double the amount of time other student teaching programs do. Mentor teachers know that JBU students’ education has prepared them to handle a classroom.
License Transfer
JBU’s program is accredited in such a way that allows students to transfer their teaching license easily across states.
Teach Overseas
JBU students study teaching as a mission and integrate faith, learning, and teaching during summer study abroad trips in Uganda or Lithuania for college credit.
What Could You Do With A Social Studies Education Degree?
Teach Overseas
Many international and missionary based schools look for qualified teachers to serve.
Work in Public or Private Schools
Educational institutions are always seeking quality teachers.
Work in Daycare Centers or Nursery Schools
Childcare workers who understand childhood development and education fundamentals are in great demand.
Graduate School
Many graduates choose to pursue a degree in higher education to teach collegiate coursework in education.
Social Work
Elementary schools and other educational institutions look for social workers who have a background in education.
Educational Administrator
These professionals oversee the daily aspect of childcare centers, preschools or other schools. Typically, this position requires an advanced degree.
Missions Work
Many missionary families are looking for qualified educational professionals to help them with homeschooling.
