Elementary Education

Bachelor’s

Connect your heart for children with your passion for teaching as you study Elementary Education at North Greenville University

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In-Person
Learn at our Tigerville Campus.
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. This doesn’t even include their vast experience in higher education!

Their Futures Begin with You 

Few professions are as rewarding as those which engage the minds of children. Positively impact children’s lives through a variety of careers such as elementary school teacher, children’s ministry worker, or missionary. Help young hearts and minds thrive – academically, spiritually, and socially- all with an Elementary Education degree from North Greenville University.

What Can I Do with a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education?

Elementary education is a rewarding field that empowers educators to inspire young learners, foster academic growth, and create a strong foundation for future success.

By providing engaging instruction, personalized support, and a nurturing environment, elementary educators make a lasting impact on the lives of students and ignite a lifelong love of learning.

Missionary

Parent Educator

Children’s Ministry Worker

2nd to 6th Grade Teacher

Experience Learning on the Front Lines

Teacher See, Teacher Do

Your hands-on experience begins your freshman year as you observe teachers and students in real-world classroom settings. By your junior year, you’ll use these observations to write your very own lesson plans.

Student Teaching

Then, put those lesson plans to good use for the ultimate experience of your elementary education journey–one full semester of student teaching in a local elementary school.

Cap It All Off with a Senior Portfolio

Showcase your growth and experience as you compile your Professional Portfolio. Display your teaching talents through a digital portfolio to share when you interview for jobs. You’ve worked hard, it’s time to highlight that success.

Study All Aspects of Elementary Education

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

Elementary Ed. Beside Experienced & Faithful Teachers
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
W. LaVelle McCray, MEd
Instructor, Education
Terri Elder
Assistant Professor, Education
Gretchen Pruden, MEd
Instructor, Education

Have Questions about the Elementary Education 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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