Associate of Applied Science Degree
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The Foundations of Teacher Education - Associate Degree is an Associate of Applied Science Degree, which prepares qualified individuals to work directly with students under the supervision of a licensed teacher.  The duties include assisting students with math, science, reading, and writing assignments as well as handling classroom management and other tasks related to instruction.  This program meets Title I requirements.

Duties may also include monitoring student activities, assisting with reading, correcting papers, tutoring, one-on-one activities and small group facilitation.  The focus of this program is on preparing graduates to work primarily in elementary and middle level schools.

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate instructional support strategies for content areas
• Implement developmentally appropriate practices to foster learning
• Adapt instruction to meet the diverse needs of all learners
• Use proactive classroom management techniques
• Perform professional responsibilities
• Incorporate the reflective process to promote professional growth

Graduates Have Found Employment As 

A graduate of this program will have the potential for employment as an educational paraprofessional or paraeducator in schools from the pre-kindergarten through high school level. Paraeducators work with children in preschools, elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools. Paraeducators may also work in Wisconsin CESA organizations as well as their community partners.  Paraeducators can also work with children with special needs.

• Paraeducators

• Paraprofessionals

• Teaching Assistants

• Instructional Assistants

• Educational Assistants

• Autism Behavior Technicians

• Specialized aides in Reading, Math, Computers, or Special Education

Recommended Courses For Those Transferring to a 4-Year Institution

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