The Education major at Avila
Avila has prepared generations of educators since opening its School of Education in 1940. Inspired by the value-driven mission of the University, Avila’s education program provides a thorough understanding of current trends, methods and the practice of teaching in today’s classrooms. With degrees offered at all stages of education and for specific subjects, Avila graduates begin their teaching careers well prepared and ready to make an immediate impact.
Avila’s small classes ensure you’ll receive personalized teaching from our faculty. Paired with extensive opportunities for student teaching on both sides of the state line, you’ll graduate with the confidence and experience to begin your career on the right foot.
Are you interested in education?
Be Prepared for Your Career
Incoming first-year students are guaranteed access to an internship or research experience before graduation. Avila students have completed hands-on learning experiences at:
- Lee’s Summit School District (MO)
- Blue Valley School District (KS)
- Center School District (MO)
Avila education graduates are pursuing careers as:
- Elementary teachers
- School administrators
- Special Education teachers
Avila education graduates choose to work at:
- Blue Springs School District (MO)
- Olathe School District (KS)
- Hickman-Mills School District (MO)
Choose your Area
Elementary Education
Recognizing the importance of classroom and field-based instruction, the curriculum provides teacher candidates with multiple opportunities to work in elementary classrooms throughout the Kansas City metropolitan area. Throughout the program, professors will prepare teacher candidates to be quality teachers who positively impact the learning of children and youth. The degree program prepares Avila students to teach elementary (grades 1-6) students.Middle School Education
An exciting and rewarding career path, Middle School Education at Avila prepares you to become a teacher in grades 5-9 in a variety of subjects. The curriculum provides students with multiple field-based and clinical experiences in diverse settings while providing depth in a content area. CONCENTRATION AREAS: — Language Arts — Mathematics — Science — Social StudiesArt Education
During the Bachelor of Arts in Art Education program, students will be exposed to elementary, middle school, and high school art classrooms. Students can choose which grade level they wish to complete their Final Clinical Experience (student teaching).Physical Education
The Bachelor of Science in Physical Education is designed for students who wish to become a PE teacher at the K-12 level. This programs combines the required physical education courses and education courses needed to become a certified PE teacher.Special Education
Special education teachers are in great demand. To meet this challenge, Avila offers a unique program. The Bachelor of Science in Special Education degree leads to dual certification in mild/moderate cross categorical special education (K-12) and elementary education (1-6).Business Education
The Bachelor of Arts in Business Education is designed for students who wish to become a business or marketing teacher at the high school level. This program combines the required business courses and education courses needed to become a certified business teacher.Chemistry Education
The Bachelor of Science in Chemistry Education is designed for students who wish to become a chemistry teacher at the high school level. This programs combines the required chemistry courses and education courses needed to become a certified chemistry teacher.Transferring to Avila?
We work with you to make the most of your transfer credits so you’re on track to graduate with a bachelor’s degree.
An Environment to Enhance your Education
Contact
School of Education, Foyle Hall
11901 Wornall Road / Kansas City, MO 64145
Julie Stark, Office Manager, Education
P: 816-501-2467 / E: Julie.Stark@avila.edu