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Elementary Education

Through field experiences and service-learning courses, education majors obtain experience working with diverse children in urban & suburban school settings. Majors are placed in a school setting every semester. The program satisfies course requirements for certification in Maryland with possible reciprocity in all 50 states.

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Learn more about career options in your field by clicking below to learn about different focus areas, typical employers, and strategies to get started. Be sure to scroll to the bottom of the page for links to professional associations, industry job search tools, and resources for additional insight.

Learn From Alumni

Tap into Greyhound Nation to learn more about what you can do with a Loyola degree in Elementary Education. Get advice and insight from those who have been in your shoes. Explore profiles of Loyola students and alumni on LinkedIn, where you can search and sort by major, industry, location, and more. Consider asking an alum for an Informational Interview to learn more about their career, employer, and industry trends.

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Example Job Titles & Employers: 0-5 years post graduation
  • Special Educator - Anne Arundel County Public Schools (MD)
  • Elementary Teacher (3rd Grade) - Baltimore City Public Schools
  • Teacher - Cardinal Foley School
  • Lead Teacher/Multi-Age Specialist - Everbrook Academy
  • Instructional Support - Fell Charter School
Example Advanced Degrees Pursued: 0-5 years post graduation
  • M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction - Boston College
  • M.S.E. in Curriculum and Teaching - Fordham University
  • Certificate - English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) - Loyola University Maryland
  • M.Ed. in Learning Design and Technology - Loyola University Maryland
  • M.Ed. in Special Education - Providence College

Get Involved at Loyola

On-campus organizations and student groups are a great way to get exposed to career options. You can learn more about an industry and connect with other students with similar goals. Click here for a full list of all current student organizations. 

  • Education Society
  • Kappa Delta Pi

Volunteering is another way to gain career experience that might help you make a decision about your path or gain marketable skills for the future. Connect with the Center for Community, Service, and Justice (CCSJ) to learn more.

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If you aren't sure where to begin or are having a hard time identifying your interests, a career assessment might help. We have tools to help you better understand your personality, interests, and values to help find career satisfaction.
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