Elementary Education

As an elementary education major, you’ll learn how to confidently teach in the areas of literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. Additionally, you’ll learn how to facilitate your students’ intellectual, social, emotional, and cultural development. At Iowa State, we’ll also prepare you to use cutting-edge technology in the classroom.

In our elementary education program, you’ll take classes that will challenge and support you to design an environment conducive to learning for your students, no matter their ages. In addition, you will have clinical experiences (practicum or field experiences) aligned to your course work. You will be getting into classrooms as early as your freshman year!

Careers in Elementary Education

Graduate Program Preparation

Some students may choose to further their education with a graduate degree, such as a:

Program Information

2021-2022 curriculum requirements (PDF)

2021-2022 4-year plan (PDF)

Syllabi
View Class Syllabi

Educator Preparation Program

Once you’ve been accepted to Iowa State University, our Educator Preparation Program (EPP) prepares you for recommendation to the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners (BOEE) for licensure. Admission into the Educator Preparation Program is the first step in completing your teacher education. Learn about the options, timing and requirements for the Educator Preparation Program.

Elementary Education study abroad programs

Whether you’re interested in international student teaching or exploring a spring break program, we have a program for you! Various international opportunities are available through the College of Health and Human Sciences International Programs office.

Getting Involved

Freshman elementary education learning community – Preparing Tomorrow’s Teachers learning community

Transfer elementary education learning community – Future Teachers-Future Leaders learning community

Advisers

Once you declare elementary education as your major you will be assigned an elementary education academic adviser. These individuals are here to assist you with any questions, concerns, or issues that may arise during your educator preparation.

To set up an appointment: