Secondary Education (7-12)
at Mount Aloysius College
Bachelor’s Degree
At Mount Aloysius College, future teachers have the ability to study their subject matter in-depth while still obtaining the required certification for becoming a teacher. Choose a major you’re passionate about while also learning about classroom management, lesson planning strategies, and communicating your knowledge to high school students.
Students who wish to pursue a career in secondary education will choose a major in one of these areas:
Your education professors will care about your success, both personal and professional, and will help you navigate everything from career planning to applying for student teaching grants available through the state.
Program Highlights
See how the Mount’s education department helps its students succeed, including by fostering a tight-knit community and embracing technology-based teaching practices!
Courses Designed to Prepare You for Your Career
The Mount’s secondary education program is designed to not only provide you with the knowledge and skills to help you be successful in future jobs, but to help you explore your passions and expand your horizons. Check out more information about the opportunities available to you.
Quick Facts About the Secondary Education (7-12) Program at Mount Aloysius
- Bachelor’s degree program (4 years to complete)
- Special education minor available
- Post-baccalaureate option available for those who already have a degree in English, Biology, History, or Political Science
- Choose from English, HPGA, or Biology to specialize in
- All students are members of PSEA
Most high school teachers work in either public or private schools. Some teach in public, magnet, and charter schools. Others teach in private, religious or secular schools.
There are Mountie teachers at school districts across PA and beyond, including:
- Altoona Area School District
- Appalachian IU08
- Blacklick Valley School District
- Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School
- Cambria Heights School District
- Central Cambria School District
- Chestnut Ridge School District
- Clarksville-Montgomery County School System, Tennessee
- Conemaugh Valley School District
- Frederick County Public Schools, Maryland
- Hampshire County Schools, West Virginia
- Loudon County Public Schools, Virginia
- Penn Hills Charter School, Pittsburgh
- Spring Cove School District
- Whitaker Center for the Science & Arts
The bachelor’s degree has student teaching assignments. Junior students tutor students in reading as part of coursework. Student teaching and tutoring placements occur in local private and public schools.
The demand for high school teachers is expected to rise 5% from 2021 to 2031, an increase of 48,700 jobs.
The average median wage for a high school teacher is $61,820.
Source:Bureau of Labor Statistics
Check out the links below to learn even more about the Mount’s Education Department.
Join the Nation’s Largest Honor Society
Kappa Delta Pi: Honor Society in Education has evolved over 100 years to become America’s largest national honor society in education. The Alpha Lambda Zeta chapter at Mount Aloysius College embodies the vision of KDP that excellent teachers build thriving communities and create lifelong opportunities by providing quality, equitable education for all. The values of KDP include excellence, integrity, expertise, equity, diversity, and empathy.
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Guided by Local Education Professionals
The Mount Aloysius College Education Department has an advisory board that consists of public and private school superintendents, executive directors of local intermediate units, and CEO’s and directors of early childhood education organizations. Each year our Advisory Board hosts a mock interview session for students to network with local education leaders and hone their interview skills.
Affordable Tuition
Make an investment in your future with a quality, career-focused education at an affordable rate. Plus, check out our scholarships and institutional aid opportunities–99% of Mountie students receive some form of financial aid!
Questions?
Our admissions counselors are here to answer any questions you may have!
Email: admissions@mtaloy.edu
Phone: 814-886-6383