Music Education (K-12)

MUSIC EDUCATION (K-12)

Develop technically and artistically as a musician, all while you fulfill your potential as a teacher. With numerous performing and vocal ensembles, small class sizes, and dedicated faculty who are excited to work with students, you’ll acquire the skills needed to deliver optimum learning experiences in changing classroom environments.

• Small class sizes
• Diverse opportunities in both vocal and instrumental ensembles
• Opportunities to meet and work with educators and students in the community
• Up-to-date on legislation and regulations affecting the teaching profession
• Significant opportunities for International Study, hands-on field experience, and co-curricular activities
• PERFORM LOCALLY, NATIONALLY & INTERNATIONALLY
• Join one of UJ’s vocal and instrumental ensembles, including the Chapel Choir, Concert Choir, Jazz Ensemble, Wind Ensemble, Chamber Orchestra, and The Big Orange Pep Band.

Cultivate the knowledge, skills, attitudes and understanding you need to be an effective teacher in today’s schools by enrolling in the Teacher Education Program at University of Jamestown.

The program is approved by the North Dakota Education Standards and Practices Board (ESPB).

ADMISSION TO TEACHER EDUCATION

Candidates must be formally admitted to the Teacher Education Program in order to enroll in most education courses. Typically, candidates apply for admission to the program while enrolled in EDUC 201: Introduction to Teaching.

To apply, candidates must complete the application form and submit it to the Teacher Education Department by November 1 for spring admission or April 1 for fall admission. Applications are not reviewed during the summer.