Social Studies Education Major

Students are certified to teach secondary education (7th-12th grade) in American and world history, geography, and American government.

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Why Study Social Studies Education at JBU?

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Experience a Clinical-Style Education

Spend time observing and teaching alongside professionals to be confident in classroom management and lesson planning long before you have your own classroom.

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Study Strong Cirricalum

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.

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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.

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License Transfer

JBU’s program is accredited in such a way that allows students to transfer their teaching license easily across states.

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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.

Possible Careers for a Social Studies Education Major

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Teach Overseas

Many international and missionary based schools look for qualified teachers to serve.

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Work in Public or Private Schools

Educational institutions are always seeking quality teachers.

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Work in Daycare Centers or Nursery Schools

Childcare workers who understand childhood development and education fundamentals are in great demand.

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Graduate School

Many graduates choose to pursue a degree in higher education to teach collegiate coursework in education.

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Social Work

Elementary schools and other educational institutions look for social workers who have a background in education.

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Eduction Administer

These professionals oversee the daily aspect of childcare centers, preschools or other schools. Typically, this position requires an advanced degree.

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Missions Work

Many missionary families are looking for qualified educational professionals to help them with homeschooling.

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