Elementary Education BA
Turn your passion for education into the foundation for student success.
Everyone has a teacher they remember from elementary school – our program is your path to becoming that teacher.
Elementary school is where the power of education is truly unlocked for children. If you have the passion to work with young minds, our Bachelor of Arts in elementary education is your opportunity for a rewarding career.
In-Demand Careers
- Elementary School Teacher
- Middle School Teacher
- School Administrator
- Instructional Coordinator
- Curriculum Developer
- Literacy Coach
Why Elementary Education? | Why Our Program?
- Upon successful completion of our program, you’ll be eligible for full certification to teach elementary education (Grades 1-6)
- Choosing to add-on our middle level education credential means that you'll also be eligible to teach grades 5-8.
- You’ll gain real classroom experience as early as your first year.
- Topics covered in the BA in elementary education curriculum include: literacy, educational psychology, physical sciences, social studies, mathematics and special education practices.
The Feinstein School of Education and Human Development at RIC is a nationally recognized leader in the field and has a legacy of producing award-winning educators.
Our Elementary Education Faculty
Dr. Karen L. Capraro
- Professor
Dr. Natasha J. Feinberg
- Associate Professor
Dr. Anne M. Goodrow
- Professor
Dr. Nandita Gurjar
- Assistant Professor
Dr. Maria E. Lawrence
- Professor
Dr. Carolyn H. Obel-Omia
- Associate Professor
Beth M. Pinheiro
- Interim Associate Dean of the FSEHD
Dr. Leslie A. Sevey
- Professor
Hear from a Student
Kenny Vallejos
“Through the White House Internship Program, I met U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona. He’s from the northeast, Latino and began his career as an elementary school teacher. It was like I was seeing my future self.”
– Elementary Education Major
Our Value Recognized
RIC’s B.A. and B.S. programs in elementary education are considered a national model by literacy experts in preparing teachers for reading instruction.
Take the Next Step!
Feinstein School of Education and Human Development
The Feinstein School administers and coordinates all professional education programs at Rhode Island College. We offer a range of programs, including early childhood, pre-K-12, counseling, school psychology, youth development and health and wellness.
- phone401-456-8110
- placeHorace Mann Hall 241
