The Classroom Teacher Specialist program is designed to enrich and expand the role of the career teacher. By emphasizing professional growth and self-improvement, this program gives each individual ample opportunity to investigate current learning theories and to apply theory to practice. It allows students to explore the development of curriculum and to pursue advanced professional interests. The program allows for students to pursue a general interest area or a specific interest area of study. For example, a specialization in digital teaching and learning is available. The program may also be designed for students who are seeking cross-endorsement.
The Sixth Year Professional Program for Classroom Teacher Specialists enriches and expands the role of the career teacher. Students in this program will be able to investigate current learning theories, explore the development of curriculum, and implement theory as practice, as well as pursue personal and professional interests. The program emphasizes professional growth and self-improvement through guided instruction and self-directed analysis.
Students successfully completing the program are awarded the Sixth Year Professional Diploma of Advanced Study.
To be admitted to the program, students must have a master’s degree and must satisfy admissions requirements for a sixth year program.