Alternative Master’s in Collaborative (K-6)

Program Description

Collaborative teaching, sometimes called cooperative teaching or team teaching, involves educators working in tandem to lead, instruct and mentor groups of students. The Special Education department within the AUM College of Education offers an alternative Collaborative Teacher master’s degree program for K-6. This program is designed for students who have not earned an undergraduate education degree or teacher certification.

Career options or settings include:

Classroom teacher
Homebound instructor
Director of special education
Special education supervisor or administrator
Day care provider in facility or home
Preschool teacher
In-home interventionist
Hospitals/rehabilitation facilities
Institutions/group homes

Tutor
Special education lobbyist
Centers/special facilities
Parent program consultant
Textbook/school supplies consultant
Researcher with assistive technology
University professor
Various local, state and federal departments

Teaching special education requires a person with a special set of teaching skills and knowledge, in addition to qualities such as compassion, humor, creativity and patience. Through coursework and laboratory experiences, AUM College of Education will help guide you to become a successful, competent, committed, reflective special educator. An internship is required.

Collaborative Teacher K-6

Alternative Masters Plan of Study K-6

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Education Specialist Plan of Study – Online Program

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Alternative Master’s in Collaborative (K-6)

Alternative Master’s in Collaborative (K-6)

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