Elementary Education

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

Everyone has had a teacher who inspired them to be who they are today. Become that teacher at CBU. A degree in elementary education will prepare you for a career working with children and their families in elementary schools. It focuses on the best approaches for helping children learn — so you will master not just what to teach but how to teach. From the first year, you will work in the field and by graduation, you can obtain a preliminary California teaching credential along with your degree.

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Why study elementary education at CBU?

Graduate with a degree and a teaching credential
The elementary education degree program is tailored for students who know they want to become elementary school teachers. As such, elementary education majors will complete the state-approved subject matter and teacher preparation programs in their undergraduate career. This includes required fieldwork and student teaching. Upon graduation, students will not only obtain a bachelor's degree but also a California multi-subject teaching credential.

Put theory into practice
We ground our students in teaching-learning theory but we also equip them with the practical skills needed to create learning environments. We help them fit instructional strategies to a wide range of educational settings and learners. Our ultimate goal is to teach our graduates how to create self-sufficient, lifelong learners who not only master content but also critically analyze what they learn, collaborate well with others, create innovative solutions and communicate effectively.

Professional Educator Series I: The Student Experience

EDU 101

This course introduces future educators to the elementary education major at CBU as well as the teaching profession.

Disability Studies for General Education Teachers

EDU 413

This course will introduce new teachers to the history of disability through the ages, the relevance of current educational policies to inclusion, and more.

Teaching Social Studies to Diverse Learners

EDU 422

This course is a study of the scope, organization and instructional procedures used to teach social studies.

Student Learning Outcomes

Engaging and Supporting All Students in Learning
Creating and Maintaining Effective Environments for Student Learning
Understanding and Organizing Subject Matter for Student Learning
Planning Instruction and Designing Learning Experiences for All Students
Assessing Student Learning
Developing as a Professional Educator
Developing as a Christian Educator

Take the next step toward living your purpose

As you make decisions about college, keep in mind the full social, spiritual and educational experience awaiting you at CBU. Here, you will be supported by professors, staff and fellow students who will help you discover your strengths and challenge you to do more than you ever thought you could. Let us equip you with the education, training and opportunities you'll need to start making a unique difference doing what you love.

Apply today! When you complete and submit your application to CBU, a friendly and knowledgeable admissions counselor will guide you through the admissions process and all the necessary steps to become a Lancer.

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Career Opportunities

Elementary School Teacher K-6
Multiple Subject Teacher K-12

*Some career opportunities may require further education

118

Units

2020

Year Program Began

15+

Faculty Members in Program

Meet Some of Our Faculty

Rachel Timmons, Ed.D.

Professor of Education

My teaching credential has taken me around the world. I have had the wonderful privilege of teaching internationally in both the Philippines and Thailand. In Manila, my husband and I were missionary teachers at Faith Academy. In Bangkok, I taught for 11 years at International School Bangkok and had a wonderful teaching and cross-cultural experience.

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Stacy Meyer

Assistant Professor

My purpose is “to equip his people for works of service,” and to do so with ZEAL! My experience in public, private, homeschool and international education allows me to equip our candidates to be well-rounded teachers ready to meet the needs of the whole child. My position at CBU enables me to share my love of Christ, build authentic relationships with my students and prepare them to move mountains.

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Keith Walters, Ed.D.

Professor of Education

I am a former middle school social studies teacher. I am committed to understanding curricular approaches that unleash each learner’s cognitive, affective and narrative abilities. My current research focuses on reimaging professional inquiry learning to include elements related to social/emotional development, philosophical consistency, wisdom pedagogy and restorative justice.

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Rachel Timmons, Ed.D.

Professor of Education

My teaching credential has taken me around the world. I have had the wonderful privilege of teaching internationally in both the Philippines and Thailand. In Manila, my husband and I were missionary teachers at Faith Academy. In Bangkok, I taught for 11 years at International School Bangkok and had a wonderful teaching and cross-cultural experience.

See Profile >
Stacy Meyer

Assistant Professor

My purpose is “to equip his people for works of service,” and to do so with ZEAL! My experience in public, private, homeschool and international education allows me to equip our candidates to be well-rounded teachers ready to meet the needs of the whole child. My position at CBU enables me to share my love of Christ, build authentic relationships with my students and prepare them to move mountains.

See Profile >
Keith Walters, Ed.D.

Professor of Education

I am a former middle school social studies teacher. I am committed to understanding curricular approaches that unleash each learner’s cognitive, affective and narrative abilities. My current research focuses on reimaging professional inquiry learning to include elements related to social/emotional development, philosophical consistency, wisdom pedagogy and restorative justice.

See Profile >