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Transition to Teaching
A Program for College Graduates who want to Become Teachers
Our nationally accredited Transition to Teaching program is for individuals with a bachelor’s degree who are interested in obtaining their initial secondary or elementary teaching license. We have two versions of the program: a fully remote program for working adults, especially geared toward those already working in schools, or daytime in-person coursework with traditional field placements. Already teaching on an emergency permit? Check out our online program for working teachers.
Whether in person or online, all of our programs offer the following:
- Professors with P-12 teaching experience
- Individualized faculty advising and mentorship
- Coursework that integrates the most recent research on students, schools, and learning
- An asset-based approach to students’ diverse backgrounds and abilities
- State and national recognition and accreditation
JOIN US FOR A ZOOM INFO SESSION to see if this program is right for you.
We will be hosting an information session through Zoom on Tuesday, May 28 from 7:00 to 7:30 p.m. to share about Goshen College’s Transition to Teaching program. You’ll hear about our program design, cost and financial aid options, and will have time to ask any questions that will help you decide if this program is right for you. Register Here.
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Pursue One of Our Teaching Certificate Programs
The Transition to Teaching program offers an in person or fully remote program with certification in elementary (K-6) or secondary (5-12) education in twelve different content areas: American Sign Language, English Language Arts, Mathematics, Chemistry, Life Sciences (biology), Physics, Social Studies, Spanish, Music, Physical Education, Theater, or Visual Art.
Online Program Details
In-Person Program Details
Alumni Discount
Goshen College offers a 10% discount on tuition for post-baccalaureate programs to students that have earned a bachelor’s or master’s degree from Goshen College. Learn more at goshen.edu/discount
HEAR FROM AN ALUM
What's unique about Goshen College's Transition to Teaching program? Hear an alum reflect on her experience.
Ready to apply?
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Transition to Teaching Faculty
Robina Sommers
Assistant Professor of Education
Director of Teach Elkhart County
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(574) 535-7045
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Brooke Lemmon
Professor of Education
Director of Special Education
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(574) 535-7442
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Suzanne Ehst
Professor of Education
Director of Secondary Education
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(574) 535-7875
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Kathy Meyer Reimer
Professor of Education
Director of Elementary Education
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(574) 535-7443
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Danaé Wirth
Director of Accreditation
Assistant Professor of Education
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(574) 535-7094
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Roy Jackson II
Assistant Professor of Education
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(574) 535-7043
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