Teacher Education Program Guidebook

We are thrilled that you are considering a career as a teacher. The teaching profession offers significant opportunities for Christian service, and we are excited about sending out exceptionally well-prepared and visionary teachers.

This Guidebook will assist you as you plan your program of study. Use it to keep a record of your progress throughout the program, and bring it with you when you register for classes. The Education program is complex; planning early and carefully will ensure that you optimize your time at Calvin. Remember: You are ultimately responsible for your academic program at Calvin College, which means that you must read the college catalog and this Guidebook.

If you require assistance with planning your program, please contact the Education Department. We stand by ready to help you make wise choices that will better qualify you for a life of service to Christ.

Dr. Jim Rooks, Ph.D.
Dean for Teacher Education
(616) 526-6201
jrooks@calvin.edu

Download the Entire Guidebook (PDF, 83 pages, 467Kb)

Download Guidebook Sections (PDF):

Teacher Education Program Requirements

Student Teaching

Candidate Support System

Appeal Procedures

Teacher Certification

Planning Your Program

Calculating Your GPA

Elementary Education

Secondary Education

Special Education

Graduate Programs

Major and Minor Table (.html)

Departmental Requirements for Student Teaching

Education Department Scholarships

Teacher Commissioning Ceremony

Off-Campus Opportunities

Conceptual Framework

Expanded Statement of Professional Goals

Statement of Commitment to Professionalism