Teacher Education
Educating future teachers with purpose & passion
As a UD Teacher Education student, you'll prepare to be an educator at the early, middle or secondary level. Students build learning communities through hands-on educational experiences and practical implementation of the curriculum. You'll learn not only from your professors, but from your classmates and your own students to become an outstanding educator.
Whether you're pursuing one of seven undergraduate degree programs to begin your journey, one of eight graduate degree programs to advance your career, or a certificate or endorsement program, you'll receive the skills necessary to change lives through education and learning.
Did you know?: All undergraduate students earn a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) certificate. A STEM lab and Curriculum Materials Center are among the numerous resources available to Teacher Education students.
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600+
field hours in local school districts (300 hours more than Ohio requires)
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100%
of undergraduate students are employed, in grad school or in a full-time service program within six months of graduation
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96%
first-time pass rate for Ohio Resident Educator license
A High-Quality Education
Education That Matters
An education in UD's Department of Teacher Education is firmly rooted in our Catholic, Marianist values. That means you'll become a complete professional. You'll gain a well-rounded perspective from which to view life. You'll learn how to connect integrity with innovation, leading to a rewarding career where you can use your talents for the greater good. And you'll become a global citizen with a strong sense of moral responsibility and a profound understanding of your ability to shape it.
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600+ Hours in the Field
From year one, undergraduate students are in one of our partnering local schools, logging observation hours as part of their coursework and exposure to the profession of teaching. Field-based experience continues during years two and three. The field experiences in the first 3 years gives students well over 100 hours of learning in the field. Student teaching (internship) takes place during year four, which is 600 hours in a gradual release model. Undergraduate students studying Adolescence to Young Adult Education or Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 5 benefit from learning opportunities at local demonstration schools: Dayton Early College Academy (DECA) and UD's 5-star rated Bombeck Family Learning Center.
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Where Will Our Programs Take You?
Graduates work in a variety of public and private educational settings. Many go on to earn advanced degrees or pursue careers as principals and superintendents. We have alumni teaching all across the country and around the world.
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Interested in learning more about UD Teacher Education? We'd love to meet with you. Schedule an academic appointment by contacting sehs_assistant_dean@udayton.edu. You can also choose to schedule a general campus tour and admission presentation.
Urban Teacher Academy
Prepares students who are interested in urban teaching to be culturally competent educators that can understand and respond to the needs and challenges of urban students, families and schools.
Undergraduate Research
Students participate in the University of Dayton's annual Stander Symposium, a campus-wide event that allows students from all disciplines to showcase their intellectual accomplishments.
Study Abroad
Summer programs in Ireland, England and Italy offer opportunities to explore museums, churches and schools through the lens of an educator. The Malawi Practicum allows opportunities to gain graduate-level research and fieldwork experience in Africa.
Lalanne
Specialized program for teacher education graduates pursuing a master's degree at UD. Lalanne teachers benefit from two years of mentored teaching experience and live in community with other Lalanne teachers.
Matthew Chandiles '26 wrestled with his identity in Florence in a way that will make him a culturally responsive educator.
Magdiel Perez leaned on her fellow Lalanne teachers for support after challenging days in the classroom. This University of Dayton program has helped new teachers like Perez find community, build resilience and stay committed to education.
Experiential Learning
Real-World Experience
Through practical learning opportunities like classroom observation and student teaching (internship), you can build your resume, gain practical experience and prepare for a successful career.
Next Steps
100%
of undergraduate students are employed, in grad school or in a full-time service program within six months of graduation