Careers & Opportunities
Careers
Graduates of the Middle Grades Education MEd program typically pursue middle grades teaching positions in grades 4 through 8. Others move into education-related positions in other types of organizations.
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If you are interested in gaining certification, you can explore the .
This is an innovative urban STEM teacher education program that provides simultaneous school-based teaching experience and graduate education to individuals who are committed to becoming science and math teachers in Philadelphia’s high-needs middle schools. Through this accelerated one-year master’s program, you’ll receive financial support while teaching collaboratively with an experienced mentor for a full academic year in a middle school classroom in an urban public school.
Field Experience & Student TeachingÂ
As part of your academic program, you will gain firsthand knowledge in classrooms through immersive field placements and student teaching experiences.
School & Community PartnershipsÂ
As part of its mission to give back to the surrounding community and provide substantive fieldwork experiences for its students, the has formed partnerships with .
Career Services
The College of Education and Human Development offers a range of career development services to its students. You can also visit the university for support during your job or internship search. Drop in for a short visit or schedule a 30-minute coaching session to discuss components of your professional profile, including your résumé and LinkedIn presence.
You’ll also have access to
- support for job search strategies,
- an assessment of your professional direction,
- more than 1,000 job and internship postings for students and alumni, and
- resources tailored to graduate students.