As a physical education major or minor at Goshen College, you’ll gain the skills to promote health, movement and lifelong wellness in ways that truly matter.
Elementary Education
Major
Why Study Elementary Education at Goshen College?
If you’re passionate about shaping young minds and creating inclusive, engaging classrooms, Goshen College’s elementary education program is the perfect place to start your journey. You’ll be part of a nationally respected teacher preparation program that blends theory with real-world practice—and centers values like equity, cultural responsiveness, and educational justice.
From your very first year, you’ll gain hands-on experience in local classrooms and build your confidence through small, supportive classes and one-on-one mentoring from experienced faculty. You’ll develop the tools to teach effectively in diverse settings while learning to lead with empathy, creativity, and purpose.
Career Paths
Graduates from Goshen College’s elementary education program go on to become:
- Curriculum Designers
- Educational Program Coordinators
- Elementary School Teachers
- Literacy Specialists
- Reading Interventionists
You may also continue into graduate programs or take advantage of Goshen College’s Master of Arts in Teaching, Transition to Teaching and English Language Learners Licensure programs.
Elementary Education Curriculum and Credits
As an elementary education major, you’ll dive into courses on child development, curriculum design, reading instruction, assessment, classroom management, and more. But you won’t just study teaching—you’ll practice it. You’ll gain experience through multiple classroom placements and spend a full semester student teaching, so you graduate ready to lead your own classroom with confidence.
Hands-On Learning Opportunities
- Participate in classroom placements starting your first year
- Complete a full semester of student teaching in local schools
- Join education-focused service projects and clubs
- Gain cross-cultural teaching experience through Study-Service Term
Scholarships
Additional scholarships for education majors may be available—be sure to check with the education department for more information.
Facilities & Resources
As a student at Goshen College, you’ll have access to excellent resources like the collections in the Good Library and support from our Academic Success Center.