Teach special education in elementary schools
Learn the instructional and assessment strategies to effectively teach elementary school students with unique learning needs. This online endorsement is designed for teachers who do not currently have an endorsement in Special Education but who want to earn the endorsement with a focus on special education in grades K-6.
The program meets the endorsement requirements for certification in the state of Nebraska. Students pursuing certification in other states must check with their State Department of Education for certification requirements.
Those who have a bachelor’s degree in a major other than education can pursue an initial teaching certificate in special education K-6 online. In addition to the K-6 special education program coursework, you will also need to complete the professional sequence courses.
Prerequisites: Teacher certification in any discipline (initial teaching certification may be obtained through this program with the completion of additional courses)
Curriculum
Up to 17 credit hours of additional coursework in literacy, math, and working with families may be required.
- TE 805P Overview of Assistive Technology
- TESE 816D Practicum in Special Education
- TESE 830 Consultation and Collaboration with Families & Agencies Serving Individuals with Disabilities
- TESE 837P Medical Aspects of Individuals with Disabilities
- TESE 861 Legal Issues in Special Education
- TESE 862 Formal & Informal Assessment in Special Education
- TESE 863 Research-Based Instructional Strategies for Students with Disabilities
- TESE 864P Field Experience in Special Education, OR documented experience working with individuals with disabilities
- TESE 867 Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior Intervention Planning
- TESE 872 Strategies for Teaching Students with Intellectual Disabilities
- TESE 879P Teaching Social Skills to Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
