Middle Level Education Degree

It's essential to research the specific licensure requirements in the state or country where you intend to teach, as each region may have its own set of criteria, examinations, and application procedures for teacher licensure.

You'll be eligible for licensure to teach in North Dakota after:

1. Completing a Bachelor of Science in Education (B.S.Ed.) with an overall grade point average of at least 2.75.
2. Passing state licensure exams.
3. Meeting the state's legal requirements with a satisfactory background check.

If seeking a license in North Dakota, you should apply to the North Dakota Education Standards and Practices Board prior to graduation.

If you're interested in a teacher license from states other than North Dakota, contact the Advising Office for the College of Education & Human Development to determine if this degree meets the criteria for licensure in your state.

 

On graduation, you'll work with a certification officer to complete materials needed to obtain the appropriate teaching license and/or endorsement. 

Demand for Middle School Teachers

Graduates begin their teaching careers in middle school classrooms at public and private schools in North Dakota, Minnesota and across the nation. Many have been named "Teacher of the Year" in their states and districts while others have gone on to serve leadership roles.

• Graduates find there is highest demand in large cities as well as rural districts.
• School districts report shortages of teachers in all content areas, especially in math, science and special education. English language learner and bilingual teachers also are needed.

What Middle School Teachers Do

Middle school teachers typically do the following:

• Create lesson plans to teach students a subject
• Assess students to evaluate their abilities, strengths, and weaknesses
• Teach lessons they have planned to an entire class or to smaller groups
• Grade students’ assignments and exams
• Communicate with parents or guardians about their child’s progress
• Work with students individually to help them overcome specific learning challenges
• Prepare students for standardized tests required by the state
• Develop and enforce classroom rules
• Supervise students outside of the classroom—for example, during lunchtime or detention