Degrees Available at SIUE
Teacher Certification: Grades Kindergarten – Grade 12 (Type 10 certification) in the State of Illinois
Overview
The Physical Education Teacher Education (PETE) program prepares students for rewarding teaching careers in public and private elementary, middle, and secondary schools. The field of Physical Education provides teachers the opportunity to engage pupils in movement activities outside the traditional classroom setting, and it aids in the development of skills needed to maintain health. For students who desire to teach physical education in kindergarten through grade 12 in community schools, completion of the PETE program effectively prepares students for the testing required to obtain the Illinois teaching certificate.
Physical Education at SIUE
An unusual feature of SIUE’s PE program is that students go through the program in a cohort, which means they take all their major classes together. This creates a strong learning community that enhances the academic and social aspects of college life. The program is largely based on practical experiences. Students receive as many live experiences as possible to supplement classroom learning. As a result, students spend a great deal of time in local classrooms seeing practical applications of what they are learning. The PE program works in partnership with the Early Childhood Center on campus and Special Olympics to provide Physical Education majors a chance to work with children outside the traditional school setting as well.
Career OutlookGraduates of the PE program may work in private or public school settings, from kindergarten to high school. PE teachers in elementary schools will work with younger children on developing motor skills. High school PE teachers teach older children and young adults about health, fitness, exercise, and team and individual sports.
How to Apply
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