Middle School Teacher Degree

Junior High and Middle School teachers emphasize an educational stage between primary school and high school. The more commonly adopted model of middle school goes through eighth grade allowing school districts and faculty to organize resources and departments to support the necessary expectations prior to a student moving to high school in the ninth grade. Get more details below including other Ohio colleges that offer middle school teacher degrees.

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Defiance College

300 College Park, Dayton, OH

Defiance College, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Defiance, OH, it resides in a rural setting for students to study in. The United Church of Christ affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Nearly 1,100 students enroll at Defiance College annually.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Defiance College offers:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Education
• Security And Protective Services
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Health And Clinical Professions

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Very common test scores among students admitted to this school are in the range of 18 - 23 for the ACT exam, or 830 - 1050 for the SAT exam. Defiance College admits approximately 70 percent of students applying. Of those accepted, around 24 percent attended the school. More information from the admissions office can be found at defiance.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $28,000, but may change from year to year. Students are encouraged to use the school's net price calculator to better understand their personal tuition costs. The cost of on-campus housing is approximately $5,100 for the year. Students enrolled at Defiance College may be eligible for aid which is typically loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Defiance College "Yellow Jackets" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)

Students may visit the Defiance College website to see a complete list of academic programs offered, financial aid details, and more.

Career Options for Graduates

Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

Description

Teach students in one or more subjects in public or private schools at the middle, intermediate, or junior high level, which falls between elementary and senior high school as defined by applicable laws and regulations.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, middle school teachers, except special and career/technical education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.9% from 2014 to 2024

Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

Description

Teach students in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies at the secondary level in public or private schools. May be designated according to subject matter specialty.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.8% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).