Related Careers
The following careers are directly or indirectly related to the study of this major. Click the job title to learn more about it. To search for more career options, visit OnetOnline.org.
Education: Elementary Education: Theory into Practice
The Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education leads to a generalist license to teach grades K-6. This program guides students to develop the tool kit necessary to teach the subjects of mathematics, language arts, science, social studies, and fine arts. Various methods of teaching are explored including music, books, computers, games, films, and other tools.
With a focus on theory into practice, students have opportunities to learn in actual classroom settings through early field experiences. The program culminates in a semester-long student teaching experience in a K-6 classroom where students develop lessons and assess students under the guidance of a mentor teacher.
Elementary Education teachers may go on to become school principals, guidance counselors, reading specialists, instructional coordinators, librarians, preschool teachers, curriculum/instructional designers, or school social workers.
For detailed information about this major and degree requirements, visit the departmental website and the School of Education Academic Bulletin.
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Academic information
University Division's Explore Programs tool is the place to go for academic information about any IUB major, minor, or certificate.
Open in Explore Programs- Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education
- Directors, Religious Activities and Education
- Educational, Guidance, School, and Vocational Counselors
- Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education
- Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education
- Recreation Workers
- Coaches and Scouts
- Educational, Guidance, School, and Vocational Counselors
- Instructional Coordinators
- Librarians
- Occupational Therapy Aides
- Personal Care Aides
Career Interests
John Holland developed a theoretical framework consisting of six general themes that describe broad areas interest relating to self and the working world. If you are interested in discovering your career interests, visit our Learn more about yourself page to learn about the Strong Interest Inventory.
This major consists of the following themes:
- Artistic
- Social
- Enterprising
Related Skills
Below is a sampling of skills related to this major mapped from the Skillscan Driver Assessment. The SkillScan assessment provides a simple 3-step process to help you learn about your strengths and weaknesses, the skills you enjoy and want to use in a career and those skills needing development. Consider taking the SkillScan assessment to better understand your skills as it relates to majors at IU.
Analytical
- Solve Problems
- Manage Data or Records
Relationship Skills
- Train or Instruct
- Provide Care and Support
- Demonstrate Social-Cultural Sensitivity
Communication
- Speak to Groups
- Listen
- Persuade
Management or Leadership
- Organize or Plan
- Make Decisions
- Lead
- Coach
Creative
- Use Intuition
- Synthesize or Integrate
- Conceptualize
Career Guides
Our unique IU Career Guides offers the A-Zs of each field’s preferred educational backgrounds, as well as employment opportunities and insider tips, industry-related interview questions, and a lot more. Below are related career guides for this major.