B.Ed. in Elementary Education – Middle Grades Social Science
Train to Lead in the Classroom with Liberty’s B.Ed. in Elementary Education – Middle Grades Social Science
Are you interested in becoming an elementary school teacher? Maybe leading a K-6 classroom is your career goal, but you’re also looking for a degree that capitalizes on your love of social studies and offers an additional middle school endorsement. Liberty understands that you still might not be sure what student age group you want to teach someday, which is why we offer a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Elementary Education – Middle Grades Social Science.
We created this degree with your success in mind. This residential bachelor’s degree aims to help train you to serve as an educator, lead a classroom, and pursue your teaching license. Our curriculum was designed by experts in education who know what it takes to succeed as an educator in both elementary and middle school settings.
Since 1971, we’ve been Training Champions for Christ. At Liberty, we don’t just train the educators of tomorrow. We seek to train Christ-centered leaders who can leave the graduation stage with a vision to pursue truth, knowledge, and principled excellence in everything they do.
Upon successful completion of Liberty University’s Virginia state-approved Bachelor of Education program, you may apply for your teaching license in another state through reciprocity, which may or may not result in additional requirements based on your state’s Department of Education regulations.
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CAEP Accredited
Highlights
Highlights of Our Bachelor of Education Degree
Study in a CAEP-Accredited Program
Liberty University’s School of Education is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), a national standard of excellence in teacher training. This accreditation ensures that your education meets the highest quality benchmarks and is respected by schools and employers across the country.
Gain Real-World Experience Before Graduation
As part of your degree, you’ll complete over 90 hours of practicum experience and at least 1 full semester of student teaching. These immersive opportunities help you build confidence in the classroom and apply your learning in real K-12 school environments, preparing you for your first day as a licensed educator.
Federal Grant Opportunities
Pursuing our Bachelor of Education in Elementary Education degree may make you eligible for the Federal TEACH Grant. This grant can help reduce the financial burden of your education in exchange for a commitment to teach in a high-need field or underserved area.
Teach in Virginia and Beyond
By completing Liberty’s B.Ed. licensure track, you’ll graduate with credentials to teach in the state of Virginia.* You’ll also have the opportunity to participate in student teaching placements across Virginia or in Washington, D.C. through Liberty’s Washington Fellowship, allowing you to explore diverse educational settings.
*If you plan to teach in another state, please check that state’s licensure requirements.
Prepare for a Versatile Career in Education
With a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Liberty, you can be equipped to serve as a teacher, instructional leader, or school administrator in a variety of academic settings. Liberty also offers a Christian-centered learning environment, helping you integrate faith and purpose into your future profession.
Career Potential
What Can You Do with a B.Ed. in Elementary Education – Middle Grades Social Science?
Liberty University’s Bachelor of Education in Elementary Education with a specialization in Middle Grades Social Science can help prepare you to pursue the following occupations:
- Curriculum coordinator
- Education consultant
- Elementary school teacher
- Middle school social studies teacher
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Courses
What Will You Study in Our B.Ed. in Elementary Education – Middle Grades Social Science Degree?
Liberty University’s residential elementary education degree with a middle grades social science endorsement is designed to help equip you with the tools to create safe, creative, and effective learning environments. In this degree program, you can study critical learning theories and create portfolios that demonstrate your teaching expertise to future employers.
You’ll also be introduced to social studies in elementary education and middle grades education. Through this degree, you won’t just study economics, American history, and civics – you can also learn how to teach these subjects to others.
Additionally, your practicum and student teaching hours will allow you to apply your classroom training to real-world teaching environments, so you can prepare to captivate, lead, and teach a classroom of students.
Additional Degree Information
Featured Middle Grades Social Science Courses
EDUC 225 – Instructional Design for Elementary and Middle School Classrooms
EDUC 350 – Behavior and Individual Differences
EDUC 410 – Elementary School Curriculum
EDUC 412 – Middle School Curriculum and Instruction
Degree Information
- This program falls under the School of Education
- View the Degree Completion Plan
- Check out our course catalog
- Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
BENEFITS
Why Choose Liberty’s B.Ed. in Elementary Education – Middle Grades Social Science Degree?
Pursue a Calling to Teach with Purpose
If you feel led by God to make a difference in the lives of children, Liberty’s B.Ed. in Elementary Education, with a specialization in middle school social studies, can help you answer that calling. This degree equips you to teach with purpose at both the elementary and middle school levels while honoring your faith through your professional work.
Gain Skills That Prepare You for the Classroom
Throughout your program, you’ll study instructional methods for elementary and middle school classrooms, explore children’s literature, examine individual student needs, and learn how to design curriculum. These courses are designed to help you graduate as a well-prepared, confident educator who can meet the diverse needs of your students.
Earn Licensure and Stand Out Professionally
Liberty’s program is approved by the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE), so you can graduate with teaching licensure that allows you to teach in Virginia classrooms.* With your ability to teach across multiple grade levels, you’ll stand out to school districts looking for flexible and well-rounded candidates.
*Please check licensure requirements if you plan to teach in a different state.
Learn in an Accredited, Respected Program
Liberty University’s School of Education is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), which ensures that your training meets rigorous national standards. This respected accreditation reassures future employers that you’ve received a quality education that prepares you to thrive as a professional educator.
Admissions
How Do You Become a B.Ed. in Elementary Education Student?
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Admission essay
Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
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