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Major: Elementary Education
Teaching is not only a rewarding career, but teachers fill an important role in our society by influencing the lives of young children. Dowling's School of Education is committed to preparing you with the skills needed to meet the challenges ahead. Our well-rounded Elementary Education program consists of a core liberal arts curriculum and coursework in elementary education theory and practice.

Student Teaching:
The cornerstone of Dowling's Education program is the student teaching component. It is one of the most important final steps in preparing graduates for a successful and rewarding teaching career. We place great emphasis on the quality of this experience, as well as the amount of time our students spend observing and teaching in the classroom. Our graduates have earned a reputation for being particularly well prepared for their first professional teaching job.

Career Outcomes: For Elementary Education Majors
Your Dowling Elementary Education degree provides you with knowledge, skills and character training necessary for a rewarding teaching career.