School of Education Degree Programs
Avila’s School of Education has been preparing teachers since 1940! The School of Education has a strong tradition of preparing reflective teachers who impact the changing world.
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Elementary Education (Grades 1-6), Bachelors of Science
Faculty Mentors
Dr. Sue Ellen McCalley (M-Z)
816-501-2433
SueEllen.McCalley@avila.edu
Dr. Jessica Kamuru (A-L)
816-501-2960
Jessica.Kamuru@avila.edu
Middle School (Grades 5-9), Bachelors of Science
Avila offers middle school (5-9) teacher certification in four different content areas. Students must choose at least one.
5-9 Language Arts
Download Language Arts Degree Requirements
4-Year plan
5-9 Mathematics
Download Mathematics degree requirements
4-year plan
5-9 Science
Download Science degree requirements
4-year plan
5-9 Social Studies
Download Social Studies degree requirements
4-year plan
Physical Education (Grades K-12), Bachelors of Science
Music: Vocal (Grades K-12), Bachelors of Science
Special Education (Grades K-12), Bachelors of Science
Faculty Mentors
Dr. Sue Ellen McCalley (prior to FA 2020)
816-501-2433
SueEllen.McCalley@avila.edu
Dr. Jessica Kamuru (FA 2020 and forward)
816.501.2960
Jessica.Kamuru@avila.edu
Secondary Education (Grades 9-12)
Avila offers secondary (9-12) teacher certification in the following content areas:
For information on the major, please click on the desired major below.
“Beyond the small class sizes and direct support from faculty, the education program at Avila provided me with the opportunity to visit urban, suburban and rural districts on both sides of the state line, which allowed me numerous opportunities to network with teaching professionals.”
Courtney Hansen ’16, Elementary Education