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 Georgia colleges that offer middle school teacher degrees.

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Albany State University

1704 South Slappey Boulevard, Albany, GA

History

Albany State University, located in Albany, GA, was founded in 1903 as the Albany Bible and Manual Training Institution by Joseph Winthrop Holley. The school began to receive state funding in 1917, and became a four year institution in 1942. Albany State University is a historically black institution, and its primary goal is educating students so they can become contributing members of society.

Academics

Albany State University is primary a liberal arts school and offers over 30 programs, offering bachelors, masters and a variety of other programs. The university prides itself on providing quality education with a personal touch, reaching out to as many students possible to help them achieve their goals.

Some majors offered include:

• Criminal Justice
• Psychology
• Accounting
• Computer Science
• History

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students interested in applying to Albany State University should have their transcripts sealed and sent, take the placement exam if the SAT or ACT has not been taken, and fill out and submit the application form in full to the school prior to the listed deadlines. Financial aid is also available, interested students should complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and it is recommended you contact the financial aid office for more information.

Athletics

The Albany State University Rams participate in multiple sports:

• Baseball
• Softball
• Basketball
• Tennis
• Football
• Track & Field
• Volleyball

Students Enrolled in the Middle School Teacher Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Albany State University has offered the following program levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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

• Albany, GA
  • Total Employment: 760
  • Average Annual Salary: $53880

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

• Albany, GA
  • Total Employment: 480
  • Average Annual Salary: $53670

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