K-12 Teacher Academy (CTE)

K-12 Teacher Academy Teachers

Name	Phone Ext.	Room
Linda Marvel	262115	B115

Pathway Description

The Delaware K-12 Teacher Academy pathway is a three (3) course Career and Technical Education (CTE) program along with Educators Rising Career Technical Student Organization that engages students in developing a realistic understanding of teaching and learning while exploring the importance and impact of education. Students will acquire the knowledge and skills needed to sustain their interest in the profession and cultivate the skills needed to be successful educators, thus creating a pipeline of high-quality students transitioning to the teaching profession. Students will understand the rigors of a career in education and participate in classroom and field experiences relevant to pursuing a degree in education. The program prepares students for a variety of careers in education such as elementary teacher, secondary teacher, paraprofessional, and special education teacher. As well as careers that train others in their chosen professions such as nurse educators, counselors, social workers, and psychologists. This is the pathway if you wish to work in a career with and for people.

Pathway Courses

Human Growth and Development

Human Growth and Development introduces students to the human physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development beginning with conception and ending with early adolescence. Theories supporting current thinking and research on human development are examined, as well as the processes and influences affecting the developing person. Further, students explore challenges to normal growth and development.

Teaching as a Profession

Teaching as a Profession explores the role of the teacher in the past, present, and future in order to understand the importance of teaching in American society and its historical significance and social impact. Students explore the responsibilities and opportunities of an effective teacher at various grade bands and consider the function of the teacher as a leader. Students also identify personal professional goals to establish a path to becoming a teacher.

Foundations of Curriculum and Instruction

Foundations of Curriculum and Instruction explores curriculum delivery models in response to the needs of the learner. Emphasis is placed on the development of a variety of instructional materials that promote learning and a supportive classroom environment. Students analyze the influence of technology and its impact on learning. Students develop lesson plans and assessments while practicing appropriate classroom management techniques to maximize the learning process for every student.