Millikin University's School of Education creates a community of learners and learning environments that demonstrate the value of active learning. One of the important aspects of the School of Education's curriculum is the co-teaching model for all teacher candidates during the student teaching experience.
While growing up in Mt. Zion, Ill., just about 20 minutes away from Millikin University's campus, Gracey Reynolds knew at an early age that she wanted to become a teacher. Throughout her time in junior high and high school, she was exploring her options, but as college drew closer, she felt a calling in her heart to pursue her passion for teaching.
Dr. Ngozi Onuora never says no to embracing new experiences. Her passion for literature has paved the way for a successful teaching career that has impacted the Millikin University community for almost two decades.
Teacher shortages across Illinois have been evolving over the past several years particularly in the areas of special education and English as a second language.
To help alleviate that shortage, the Millikin University School of Education is offering a one-semester, four-course program to help licensed teachers earn a special education endorsement.
The Millikin University School of Education has announced a new state of Illinois Special Education Endorsement opportunity for practicing teachers who want to add a Special Education Endorsement to their current teaching license.
The more you prepare, the more confident you will feel during a job interview; and the best way to prep for that all-important interview is practicing and reviewing any potential questions that might come your way.
Dr. Pam Lindsey has been appointed dean of the College of Professional Studies (CPS) at Millikin University, effective July 1, 2020. Dr. Lindsey has served as interim dean of the College of Professional Studies since Aug. 1, 2019, succeeding Dr. Deborah Slayton who served as dean from 2010 until her retirement on July 31, 2019.
Students in Millikin University's School of Education are put in a unique position to gain hands-on field experiences starting their very first semester as well as benefit from co-teaching opportunities. All of these experiences lead to students who are prepared to be teachers and are qualified to enter the workforce right after graduation.