Pathways to Teaching
Program Overview
Explore the pathways to teaching as a potential career choice through an introductory program designed to provide students with an understanding of the opportunities that exist within the educational world. Students in this program will not only gain college readiness skills to continue their education, but will be immersed into the world and experiences of the educational system. Learn the importance of being a role model and powerful motivator to future generations. Earn up to 28 college credits towards a NYS Teaching Assistant Certificate while engaging in college coursework aligned with multiple Liberal Arts degree pathways in the fields of education, humanities, and/or social sciences.
Earn up to 28 college credits
Students can earn up to 28 college credits towards a NYS Teaching Assistant Certificate while also engaging in college coursework aligned with multiple liberal arts degree pathways in the fields of education, humanities and/or social sciences.
Things you’ll do:
- Take college classes on a SUNY Campus with students from other school districts.
- Develop and apply curriculum and lesson plans.
- Participate in work-based learning experiences with local districts through job shadowing, internships and guest speakers.
- Prepare for the NYSTCE Assessment of Teaching Assistant Skills (ATAS - 095).
Obtainable Certifications:
- NYS Dignity for all Student Act (DASA)
- NYS Child Abuse Identification and Mandated Reporter
- NYS School Violence and Prevention
- Basic Elements of First Aid
Career Opportunities:
NYS certified Teaching Assistant program completers will be qualified to work in a variety of organizations such as:
- Private/Public K - 12 Schools
- Preschools
- Childcare centers
- Community centers
With further education, program completers can become:
- Elementary, Middle & Secondary School Educators
- Special/Inclusive Education Teachers
Contact Information
ECCA Program
Michelle Maddalla