Special Education and Middle Level Mathematics, Bachelor of Arts - Washington
VISION
Teacher Certification Programs at City University of Seattle strive to recruit, retain, and support a diverse educator workforce that mirrors the diversity of the PK-12 student population in schools. We aim to cultivate learning spaces in which all community members feel connected to and rooted in relationships within themselves, each other, and the environment. Our vision is to help future teachers align their instructional practices in culturally sustaining ways that foster the development of conscious, global citizens of the world who are at home in their place, environment, and communities.
MISSION
Teacher Certification Programs at City University of Seattle provide relevant, relationship-based learning experiences rooted in culturally sustaining and identity affirming practices for future PK-12 teachers. We equip future teachers with tools, strategies, and awareness to effectively and equitably facilitate humanizing, healing-centered, and high-quality learning experiences for PK-12 students in the school setting.
The Bachelor of Arts in Education program prepares teacher candidates who make a positive impact on student learning based on student needs and in relation to state learning standards. Candidates continuously improve their performance by refining their skills as reflective practitioners through course work and field experiences; by working collaboratively with colleagues, families, and community resources; and by engaging in career-long professional development.
Graduates earn a Bachelor of Arts in Education degree, initial teacher certification, endorsement in Elementary Education (K-8) or Special Education (P-12), and may opt to complete a second endorsement in Elementary Education (K-8), Special Education P-12), English Language Learners (P-12), Middle Level Mathematics (4-9), Reading (P-12), or Early Childhood Education (P-3).
Note: Licensing and certification requirements vary by state. Students who relocate to another state during their enrollment may or may not satisfy the eligibility criteria to obtain a professional license or certification in that state. If a student is located outside of the State of Washington, it is highly recommended that you first seek guidance from the appropriate licensing agency in your home state before beginning an academic program outside of your state. CityU has provided the following information about requirements for certification or licensure in other select states.
Program Outcomes
The Bachelor of Arts in Education - Special Education and Middle Level Mathematics will prepare students to:
Develop engaging lesson plans that align with state standards, accurate assessments, and appropriate supports to meet the needs and engage all students.
Establish an effective learning environment and use a variety of instructional tools and strategies to meet the needs of and engage all students.
Use a variety of assessments to monitor student learning, collect evidence of positive impact and growth, and adjust instruction based on assessment data and reflective practice.
Demonstrate professional attitudes, skills, and growth to improve teaching practice and further the field of education.
Develop positive relationships with students, families, and communities to foster civic and social engagement.
Admission Requirements
In addition to City University of Seattle's undergraduate admission requirements, found under Admissions in the catalog menu, applicants to this program must also meet the requirements listed below.
- Complete an interview with program faculty
- Complete each section of the Washington Educators Skills Test - Basic (WEST-B) or pass the State-approved test for Math, Reading, and Writing
- Submit a resume with three references
Information on admission to CityU's alternative route program is available on the Alternative Route to Teaching, Undergraduate Certificate page in this catalog.
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Total Required Credits (184 Credits)
Lower – Division Requirements (90 Credits)
Students must meet General Education requirements. This is typically completed within the 90 required lower division credits. See the General Education Undergraduate Requirements section of this catalog for more detailed information.
| General Education Requirements |
Total Credits |
| College Composition (CC) I** & II |
10 Credits |
| Quantitative/Symbolic Reasoning (QSR) |
5 Credits |
| Humanities (HU) |
10 Credits |
| Social Sciences (SS) |
15 Credits |
| Natural Sciences (NS) |
15 Credits |
**If College Composition I is waived through transfer or articulation, students must take an additional 5 quarter credits from a humanities discipline.
Special Education Requirements (16 Credits)
| ESP 370A | Content: Exceptionality in Special Education * | 4 |
| ESP 419 | Behavior Analysis and Management II * | 1 |
| ESP 436 | Assessment & Evaluation in Special Education | 4 |
| ESP 437 | Individual Education Plans (IEPs) | 4 |
| ESP 438 | Transition Plans | 3 |
Mathematics Requirements (18 Credits)
| EML 481 | Standards of Mathematics Practice | 3 |
| EML 435 | Mathematics: Number Sense and Theory (NS) | 3 |
| EML 482 | Algebra and Functions (NS) | 3 |
| EML 445 | Mathematics: Geometry and Measurement (NS) | 3 |
| EML 485 | Mathematics: Probability and Statistics (NS) | 3 |
| EML 486 | Ratios and Proportional Relationships (NS) | 3 |
Pedagogy Core (27 Credits)
Note: EDU 308 includes competencies that meet requirements for Issues of Abuse, WAC 181-79A-30; RCW 28A.410.035.
| EDU 308 | American School Law and Issues in Special Populations | 3 |
| EDU 309 | Social Justice, Equity and Diversity | 3 |
| EDU 310 | Child and Adolescent Development * | 3 |
| EDE 307 | Special Education and Special Programs * | 3 |
| EDU 316 | Content: Planning and Instruction | 3 |
| EDU 318 | Content: Classroom Culture and Environment | 3 |
| EDU 404A | Content: Student Assessment & Evaluation | 3 |
| ESP 421 | Curricular Modifications & Adaptations | 3 |
| ESP 422 | Behavior Analysis and Intervention | 3 |
Reading Block (8 Credits)
| ERL 436 | Literacy Instruction and Assessment I | 4 |
| ERL 438 | Literacy Instruction and Assessment II * | 4 |
General Field Experience and Student Teaching (25 Credits)