Education
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What Education Majors Can Expect
At JJC, you can earn your general education requirements and introductory professional education courses at an affordable price, then transfer to complete a bachelor’s degree in education. JJC also offers a Teacher Assistant program for those who want to enter the field immediately after JJC.
Want to be a teacher but aren't sure which grade level or subject area you want to pursue? Use the following resource pages below to learn more.
Where to Transfer
Visit the Illinois State Board of Education interactive website to research which four-year institutions have the grade-level and subject area major you desire.
JJC's Teacher Assistant Program
Teacher assistants support public or private school teachers in daily classroom activities. They provide assistance in regular classrooms, in special education classrooms, and in one-on-one situations with special needs students. Teacher assistants are being employed at all levels of education from early childhood through secondary education.
Learn more about JJC's Teacher Assistant program
Contact Information
Doreen Vieitez
Education Program Coordinator
Office: J4016
Phone: 815.280.2610
Email: dvieitez@jjc.edu
JJC's Child Development Program
JJC's program will prepare students for fulfilling careers in child care and early child education. Our courses are intentionally organized with practical, competency driven field experiences including support within an on campus early education program.
Learn more about JJC's Child Development program
Contact Information
Melissa Szymczak
Social & Behavioral Sciences
Phone: 815.280.2433
Email: mszymcza@jjc.edu