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The newly redesigned secondary education program focuses on anti-racism and social justice. In response to the Illinois Professional Teaching Standards, this program utilizes the brand new Culturally Responsive Teacher and Leader Standards as they join Illinois in their collective effort to have the teaching force reflect the demographics of students in K-12 in the next four years.

This program is designed for students who have aspirations of being a high school teacher (professional educator license 9-12 in the state of Illinois). These students will have already started coursework in a major content area either at SIUE or a local community college. Students apply during the spring semester of their sophomore year to the two-year secondary education program.

What can I do with a degree in secondary education?

Students pursuing most majors in the College of Arts and Sciences and professional educator licensure through the School of Education, Health and Human Behavior are presented with two career pathways; that of their major area of study, and that of a career educator.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Education and the Illinois State Board of Education, the employment outlook is strong for high school teachers, both nationally and within the state through 2026. As is the case with all teacher education programs at SIUE, the secondary education program has an exceptional record of preparing highly effective teachers. Our graduates pursue careers as high school teachers across the country.