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 Florida colleges that offer middle school teacher degrees.

Saint Leo University

Also known as St. Leo University

2980 Collins Ave, Saint Augustine, FL

Saint Leo University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Saint Leo, FL, the campus offers a rural setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at SLU exceeds 16,000 annually.

Areas of study available at SLU include:

• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services
• Psychology
• Computer And Information Sciences
• Education

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, student records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 860 to 1040 on the SAT and in a range of 19 to 23 on the ACT is typical among students admitted to this school. This school admits roughly 90% of students applying annually. Of those applicants admitted, nearly 29% of students attended the school. More information from the admissions office can be found at saintleo.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $20,000 annually, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students may visit the school's net price calculator to determine a more personalized cost estimate. Housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is estimated to be $5,200. Students attending Saint Leo University may be eligible for aid which is generally scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Saint Leo University Lions participate in a number of athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Available athletic programs offered may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division II)

Students may visit the school's saintleo.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Middle School Teacher Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. St. Leo University offers a bachelor's degree program in middle school teacher.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

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

Salary & Wages

• Jacksonville, FL
  • Total Employment: 2
  • Average Annual Salary: $47450

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

Salary & Wages

• Jacksonville, FL
  • Total Employment: 3
  • Average Annual Salary: $48690

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