Saints Maps - Math Education

MATH EDUCATION

SUGGESTED MINORS

Math Education prepares students for teaching mathematics in grades nine through twelve. Students who complete the Math Education program graduate with South Carolina certification in secondary mathematics. Students exit this program with an understanding of curriculum and instruction.

The Teacher Education Program is approved by the State Department of Education in accordance with the Standards for State Approval of Teacher Education established by the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and Certification.

CAREER COMPETENCIES

SUCCESS AS A SAINT

Check the advising worksheet in The Halo to review your major requirements.

Discuss your progression and future goals with a Success Coach.

Talk to a Career Educator about your steps after Limestone in terms of further education, career goals, certifications, and more.

Get the experience you need through opportunities at Limestone using Saints Maps.

HOW TO USE THIS MAP

Use this map to help plan and guide your experience at Limestone; including academic and co-curricular opportunities. Each student’s Limestone experience is different and activities in this map are suggestions. Always consult with your advisors whenever possible for new opportunities and updates.

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MATH EDUCATION

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Review your 4-year degree plan and the academic catalog

Introduce yourself to your First-Year Advisor/ Success Coach and meet with them regularly

Discover library resources and the Equity & Inclusion Office

Prepare for and pass the Praxis Core if you did not exempt with ACT/SAT scores

Join Educators Rising

Explore service-learning opportunities or tutoring positions

Meet each of the faculty members in the Education department and participate in department events

SUCCESS

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Invest in a quality calculator and business professional clothing

Create Handshake account

Complete PathwayU assessment to be reassured of your career choice

Explore average salaries for your career field

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FIRST YEAR MIDDLE DEVELOP

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Apply to the Teacher passing Praxis Core, passing or higher and maintaining Meet with your new faculty progress to degree

Apply for Student Teaching before Clinical Practice

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Participate in cultural the Professionalism Panel Apply for SC State Department Practice Clearance Complete fingerprinting background check to Practice

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Start finalizing your resume Join Pi Lambda Theta higher

Make sure all state testing Core, PLT, Praxis II)

Create a LinkedIn profile

LEARNING & ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

LEARNING EVERYWHERE

FOR

ENGAGE

PREPARE

YEARS FINAL YEAR

Education Program after passing ED 200 with a C maintaining a 2.75 GPA faculty advisor to check

Work with your faculty advisor to ensure you have no outstanding course requirements

SAINTS ADVANTAGE

Engage in these opportunities to build competencies for your future.

CAREER PATHS

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High School Math Teacher

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Statistician

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Teaching at least 9 months Practice

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Attend Senior Seminars and all final conferences Apply to graduate events on campus such as Panel or Etiquette Dinner

Department Clinical

fingerprinting for SLED and FBI prepare for your Clinical resume

if you have a 3.5 GPA or

testing is complete (Praxis profile

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Schedule a mock interview with the Center for Career & Professional Development

Finalize your elevator pitch and attend the Spring Career Fair

Complete Clinical Practice

Set up an appointment with the Center for Career & Professional Development to ensure you are ready for the workforce

Keep a catalog of networking contacts and identify potential references

Apply for jobs in your field

Math Specialist or Tutor School Principal

FURTHER EDUCATION

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Graduate/Doctoral Degree in Education, Administration, or Curriculum & Instruction

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MBA

Graduate Degree in Psychology or Counseling

SKILLS

Collaborative & Engaging

Ability to recognize patterns

Critical Thinking

Empathetic & Encouraging

Open-Minded & Culturally Aware

MIDDLE

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GRADUATE SUCCESS

The data below outlines the path students in the program take within one year of graduation. (based on knowledge rate from 2021 graduate survey)

Most graduates begin careers teaching in grades 9-12 while some may continue with graduate education.

Advancement in administration is available. The program is approved by the South Carolina Department of Education.

Our Math Education program has a 100% job placement rate! Most graduates sign full-time contracts before graduation as a result of their student teaching experience.

LIFE AFTER GRADUATION

“While being on the Women’s Soccer Team and in the Teacher Education Program, I am so lucky to have gained experience that will last me a lifetime. The Math Education Program opened opportunities that inspired my growth as an individual and as a teacher that I am forever thankful for. My time at Limestone will never be forgotten!”