Master of Education in Early Childhood and Elementary Education
Learn to implement developmentally appropriate instruction and assessment in the Early Childhood/Elementary educational setting. Create and evaluate positive, productive classroom environments and appropriate classroom management strategies. And learn to incorporate differentiated instruction to teach students of diverse cultures.
Cover deep topics in research literature and technology and applied curriculum for differentiated learning instruction.
20% Grant Offer: New master’s students in ministry, education or history who enroll Spring 2020 or later qualify for a 20% grant. The grant awards $1,000 per semester, renewable over the life of your degree.
Careers in education
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), education jobs are on the rise. A degree in education prepares you for careers as a(n):
- Art Teacher
- Biology Teacher
- College Professor
- Elementary School Teacher
- English Teacher
- English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
- High School Teacher
- History Teacher
- Kindergarten Teacher
- Math Teacher
- Middle School Teacher
- Montessori Teacher
- Music Teacher
- Physical Education (P.E.) Teacher
- Preschool Teacher
- Principal
- School Administrator
- School Counselor
- School Librarian
- School Secretary
- Science Teacher
- Special Education Teacher
- Substitute Teacher
- Superintendent
- Teaching Assistant
- Vice Principal
Full support
Get access to full campus support and resources. Students can take advantage of the Career Center for job training and assistance, the Wellness Center for fitness classes and facilities, the Counseling Center and more.
Individual attention
Our class sizes are small. We create an atmosphere where you have 1-on-1 interactions with faculty who invest in your performance and well-being.
Affordability & value
SAGU students graduate with 20% less debt on average than other private universities. Our Financial Aid team is your team to help secure grants, scholarships and other financial resources to help ease your mind.
Sticker price vs. your cost
When choosing a college, it is important to realize the difference between the sticker price and your net costs after scholarships and grants. SAGU offers a net price calculator to help you identify financial opportunities to reduce your college costs.
Christian faith
Everything we do springs from a Christian world view. SAGU creates an environment that strengthens your faith and your mind, integrating faith and learning.
Accreditation
You can be confident that your degree at SAGU is recognized, as SAGU is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
Southwestern Assemblies of God University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Questions about the accreditation of Southwestern Assemblies of God University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).