About Elementary Education
Gain comprehensive training in teaching theory, practice, and your chosen content areas, equipping you with the tools for success in the classroom.
From your first year, you’ll gain hands-on classroom experience in real school settings, supported by dedicated faculty mentors who are invested in your success. Through immersive fieldwork, practical coursework, and personalized guidance, you’ll build confidence, sharpen your teaching skills, and graduate ready to lead your own classroom.
Program Highlights:
- 100% Job placement rate
- Guaranteed field placements in outstanding local partner schools
- Small classes and personalized attention for each student
- Gain hands-on experience in a local area classroom in your freshman year
- Learn from experienced teachers and faculty
Careers in elementary education
Viterbo graduates go on to become
- Elementary Teacher
- Special Education Teacher
- Reading Specialist
- Curriculum Specialist
- Early Childhood Teacher
- Instructional Coordinator
100%
Job placement rate
Guaranteed
field placements in outstanding local partner schools
13
Average class size for personalized attention
Why study this program at Viterbo?
Gain real-world classroom experience early
As an education major, you will gain hands-on experience in a local area classroom in your freshman year. Even before you begin your student teaching, you will have accumulated over 100 hours of field experience.
Earn your teaching degree from a state-approved program
Our education major offerings qualify as Educator Preparation Programs approved by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
Learn from experienced teachers and faculty
Experienced faculty and classroom teachers share their firsthand knowledge and expertise on effective teaching tools and strategies. Faculty are dedicated to helping you become an exceptional educator.
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School of Education Faculty and Staff
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