Curry School of Education

Applicants must meet several requirements: 

1. Possess a B.A. or B.S. degree in earth science or a minimum of 32 semester hours of earth science coursework covering: astronomy, geology, meteorology, and oceanography. (Astronomy majors must complete a minimum of 18 credits in environmental science, with an emphasis in geology courses.)

2. Have 23 hours of supporting coursework with at least one course in each of the following:  biology, chemistry, mathematics, and physics. Ideally, science courses should include labs.

3) Meet general studies requirements: 12 hours mathematics and science, 6 hours in English/composition/literature, 6 hours of historical studies across American history and world history or western civilization, as well as courses representing the humanities and the social sciences. It is also recommended that you take at least one history of science course (HIEU 3321 recommended--may be taken for graduate credit).

4) Complete the online application for admission and submit supporting materials, including official transcripts and test scores by February 15.  Test scores include GREs that meet targets--450 verbal, 530 math, 4.0 writing (old exam) or equivalent scores on the new exam. Applicants must also submit  test scores on ONE of the following:

• SATs taken prior to 4/1/95—score of 1000, with at least 450 verbal and 510 math; if taken after 4/1/95—score of 1100, with at least 530 verbal, 530 math, OR
• ACTs: taken prior to 4/1/95—score of 1100, with at least 450 verbal, 510 math; if taken after 4/1/95—composite score of 24, with at least 22 math, 46 English Plus Reading score, OR
• PRAXIS I: 178 math, 178 reading, 175 writing or 532 composite score, OR
• VCLA: Reading and Writing as an optional assessment for the PRAXIS I reading and writing tests-- writing subtest of 235, reading subtest of 235, composite score of 470--in combination with qualifying math scores from SATs and ACTs.

February 15

Students must complete coursework, practica, and assessments required for licensure by the dates listed in the Course Outline below.

Prospective Earth and Space Science teachers must also complete:

• a B.A. or B.S. degree in environmental science or astronomy, with the equivalent of a course at the 2000 level or above in Astronomy, Geology, Meteorology, and Oceanography   (Astronomy majors must complete at least 18 credits in Environmental Science, with an emphasis in geology.)
• a minimum of 20 semester hours of supporting courses, with at least one in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics (working knowledge of calculus) areas
• at least one History of Science Course (HIUE 3322 recommended) if not part of one's undergraduate curriculum
• labs associated with science courses
• excluding the Teaching Associateship, at least 30 credits at the 5000 level or above. Recommended courses include: EDIS 7850, EDLF 5050, EDLF 5640, EDLF 5860, EDLF 5500, and EDLF 7280.

In addition to federal loans, grants, scholarships and work study, possible sources of funding include Curry Foundation Scholarships.  Foundation awards are made mid-year; several are earmarked for TED students. Check with the Office of Financial Aid for other funding sources, including the federal TEACH grant.

2 Years, unless you accelerate the program.  With careful planning, requirements may be met in 1 1/2 years.

Semester of Entry:

Fall

Full or Part Time:

Full-time.

Use the sample course outline below to map your coursework in Curry and to determine which semesters you can enroll in Arts and Sciences courses required for your major and licensure.

First Year

Fall Semester:

___EDLF 5011: Adolescent Learning & Development (3 cr.)
___EDIS 3882: Field Experience (1 cr.)
___EDIS 5020: Instruction & Assessment (3 cr.)
___EDIS 3450: Teaching with Technology (2 cr.) math/science section--fall or spring semester
___EDIS 4885: Field Experience (1 cr.)
___EDIS 5050: Teaching Science in Secondary Schools I (3 cr.)
___EDIS 5710: Content Area Reading (3 cr.)--fall or spring semester
___By December 1, submit the Teaching Associateship Application (a form on which you request a student teaching placement) to the Office of Teacher Education.

Spring Semester:

___EDIS 5000: Exceptional Learner (3 cr.)--spring or summer session
___EDIS 5030: Curriculum & Management (3 cr.)
___EDIS 3882: Field Experience (1 cr.)
___EDIS 4885: Field Experience (1 credit)
___EDIS 5051: Teaching Science in Secondary School II (3 credits)
___Complete the online module Child Abuse and Neglect: Recognizing, Reporting, and Responding for Educators.  Print out the certificate of completion and make one copy for the Office of Teacher Education.  Keep the original for your personal records.
___By May 1, take and pass the reading and writing portions of the Virginia Communication & Literacy Assessment (VCLA).  Print a copy of your scores for your personal records.  You will need this document when you apply for licensure at the end of the program.

Summer Session (if accelerating the program):

___Register for coursework on the Summer Session website.
___EDIS 7991: Field Project (3 cr.)--a portion of the course will be completed in the fall.
___EDIS  7100: Contemporary Issues (3 cr.)

Second Year

Fall Semester--Only the classes below can be taken during the semester you student teach.

___By August 1, take and pass the Praxis II Content Exam offered by Educational Testing Service (ETS).  Print a copy of your test results for your personal records.
____If graduating in December, apply for graduation no later than October 1.  On the Curry form, be sure list primary and secondary endorsements (If relevant).  Take your application to Curry's Office of Admission (106 Bavaro Hall).  Use a paperclip to attach copies of required licensure materials (e.g., test scores, College Verification Form, Request for Initial Licensure).  Licensure documents can be found in on the VDOE website under "Application for a Virginia License". Make sure the address you list on licensure materials is the one where you will be receiving mail between December and February.
___EDIS 5875: Seminar: Teaching Associateship – Science (3 cr.)
___EDIS 5885: Teaching Associateship – Science (12 cr.)
___If enrolling during the spring as a part-time student, be sure to email Sheilah Sprouse (sgs9w); she can change your status in SIS, so you are billed correctly.

Spring Semester:

___If graduating in May, apply for graduation no later than February 1.  On the Curry form, be sure list primary and secondary endorsements (If relevant).  Take your application to Curry's Office of Admission (106 Bavaro Hall).  Use a paperclip to attach copies of required licensure materials (e.g., test scores, College Verification Form, Request for Initial Licensure).  Licensure documents can be found on the VDOE website under "Application for a Virginia License. Make sure the address you list on licensure materials is the one where you will be receiving mail between May and August.
___EDIS 7991: Field Project (3 credits)
___EDIS 7100: Contemporary Educational Issues (3 credits)
___Other coursework needed for degree/licensure

Secondary (grades 6-12) Earth Science Teacher

Randy Bell     

randybell@virginia.edu         

218 Bavaro Hall         

434-924-1380