Elementary Education

Bachelor’s

Connect your heart for children with your passion for teaching.

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In-Person
Learn at our Tigerville Campus and connect with others.
1200+
NGU Education Graduates
The United States. Around the world. Over 1,200 NGU education graduates teach in both public and private schools across the globe.
200+
Years of experience
Our faculty has over 200 combined years of teaching experience in both public and private schools.

Your Teaching Career Starts Here

Impact the next generation and support elementary students during critical years of academic and social development. The Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education (2nd through 6th grade) is designed for students who have a calling to teach and positively influence young lives. The program provides intentional mentoring and preparation, equipping teacher candidates with the knowledge, skills, and professional dispositions necessary for effective and compassionate teaching.

With meaningful field experiences each semester and a culminating full-time student teaching experience, you’ll be prepared for a variety of roles that align with your goal of supporting elementary-aged children and preparing them for the future.

Why Choose?

  • Career Flexibility: Prepare for a variety of opportunities serving children, including teaching in private or public school classrooms, supporting children’s ministries, and working in other child-focused settings.
  • Real-world Experience: Get experience student teaching at an elementary school before graduation.
  • Rewarding Career: Find the purpose and meaning that comes with supporting young lives and fostering their growth.

Program Overview

  • Why NGU?

    At North Greenville University, you will grow academically and spiritually to become the transformational leader God has uniquely called you to be. All courses are taught from a Christ-centered perspective, integrating faith and learning. Wherever you are, NGU is here to help you reach your academic and professional goals.

  • Purpose

    The Elementary Education program develops educators who embody our framework: Effective Practitioner, Caring Leader, and Lifelong Learner. You will be prepared to positively impact the lives of elementary students through strong academic preparation, intentional faith integration, and extensive hands-on classroom experience.

Sample Courses

Apr 08
Elementary Education Year 1

Year 1 Sample Courses

  • Introduction to Education
  • Integration of Technology
  • Planning and Assessment
  • Engaging the Biblical Narrative
Apr 08
Elementary Education Year 2

Year 2 Sample Courses

  • PE & Health Methods
  • Foundations of Reading
  • Classroom Management
  • Oral Communications
Apr 08
Elementary Education Year 3

Year 3 Sample Courses

  • Reading and Assessment 1 and 2
  • Teaching Elementary Science
  • Teaching Social Studies
  • The Exceptional Learner
Apr 08
Elementary Education Year 4

Year 4 Sample Courses

  • Professional Teaching Expectations
  • Teaching Elementary Math
  • Family and Community Relations
  • Utilizing Technology
  • Directed Student Teaching

Get to Know Our Faculty!
Nancy Caukin, EdD
Associate Dean, College of Education
Melissa Cruver, EdD
Department Chair, Early Childhood and Elementary Education
Andrew S. Hodges, MEd
Program Director, Secondary Education
Sarah McKinney, MEd
Instructor, Education
Gretchen Pruden, MEd
Instructor, Education
W. LaVelle McCray, MEd
Instructor, Education
Christina Miller, PhD
Associate Professor, Education
Amanda McKinney, MEd
Instructor, Education

Have any Questions about the Program?

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Melissa Cruver, EdD

Department Chair, Early Childhood and Elementary Education
864.977.2907 melissa.cruver@ngu.edu

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