Education Department
The Education Department at Triton College offers a variety of programs for individuals who are interested in working in education. Our programs include transfer pathways to attain the Professional Educator's License as well as programs that enable teachers to join the workforce or gain additional credentialing in early childhood.
If you are interested in K-12 Transfer Pathways, Click HERE.
If you are interested in Early Childhood Programs, Click HERE.
Education Department Student Spotlight
Triton College student Daniela Ramirez, 24, was recently awarded the Golden Apple
Scholarship. Ramirez, a first-generation student, will graduate in May with an associate
degree in early childhood education.
New Release About Daniela Ramirez
Success Stories
Education Cohort Program Information
For more information about the Education Cohort Program, contact Angela Staunton at angelastaunton@triton.edu.
Education Programs
ELEMENTARY PROGRAM INFORMATION:
Elementary Education, Associate in Arts (Grades 1 through 6)
Pathway: Elementary Education
Degree Type: Associate in Arts
Curriculum Code: EDU.EED.AA (U224A12)
Total Program Credits: 61-62
The Elementary Education Associates in Arts Transfer Pathway is designed for students
interested in teaching at the elementary, secondary, or special education levels.
All course requirements are the same regardless of which pathway you choose:
- Elementary Education (grades 1-6);
- Secondary Education (grades 9-12); and
- Special Education (grades Pre-K-12).
The Education Associates in Arts degree program at Triton College will prepare you
to transfer to a four-year institution to earn a bachelor’s degree in education. Our
education programs will provide you with an optimal learning environment that provides
small class sizes, innovative teaching techniques and real-world field experiences
in our on-site Child Development Center or at high quality programs and schools within
the community.
Students will be introduced to foundational concepts and best practices in the areas
of human growth and development, curriculum and instruction, teaching exceptional
learners, anti-bias instruction, educational psychology, classroom culture and collaboration,
assessment and observation.
Admission into baccalaureate degree programs is competitive and most senior institutions
require a Grade Point Average of 2.5 or higher. A "C" or higher is required in all
coursework at Triton College and senior institutions. Completion of these courses
alone does not guarantee admission into the senior institution.
Transfer courses may vary per baccalaureate institutions. All program courses may
not transfer to four-year institutions.
PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of the Associate in Arts Degree (Elementary Education Transfer
Pathway) emphasis, the graduate will be able to:
PLO #1: describe appropriate technological resource to support instruction;
PLO #2: design instruction that meets the diverse needs of students;
PLO #3: describe the theories and philosophies of learning and human development;
PLO #4: distinguish how exceptionalities may interact with development and learning;
PLO #5: apply common core standards in all aspects of curriculum and instruction;
and
PLO #6: describe the roles and responsibilities of teachers.
(Spring 2022)
To learn more about careers in education and to plan a program of study, including identifying the teacher preparation program of interest, students are advised to contact the advising department to be directed to the counselor(s) for education.
Students who intend to transfer are advised to complete the foreign language courses required by their intended transfer institution, college within a university, and/or major, prior to transferring.
Degrees*
- Elementary Education Transfer Pathway Program (Associate in Arts - U224A12) - Elementary Education (Grades 1 - 6)
- Elementary Education Transfer Pathway Program (Associate in Arts - U224A12) - Secondary Education (Grades 9 - 12)
- Elementary Education Transfer Pathway Program (Associate in Arts - U224A12) - Special Education (Grades Pre-K through 12)
* All course requirements are the same regardless of which pathway you choose.
Courses
Early Childhood Education Programs
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PROGRAMS INFORMATION:
As one of the institution’s longest running programs, Triton has been preparing students
to provide nurturing care and quality education to young children for decades. Pre-service
as well as current Early Childhood Educators receive expert instruction from Triton
faculty members, all of whom have extensive work experiences within the field. Our
programs feature courses on child development, health and safety, developmentally
appropriate practices and curriculum, and working with children with exceptionalities,
along with many other relevant topics to best prepare teachers for the Early Childhood
Education classroom.
To meet the needs of today's students, we offer most courses in both in-person and
online formats.
In addition, our newly designed cohort program has been developed for students interested
in obtaining an Associate in Applied Science in Early Childhood Education and are
seeking a flexible program that fits in with the demands of work, parenting, and other
responsibilities.
Degrees
- Early Childhood Associate in Arts Transfer Pathway (Associate in Arts - U224A14)
- Early Childhood Career Pathway (Associate in Applied Science - C220A)
Certificates
- Advanced Certificate in Early Childhood Education - C320A
- Basic Certificate in Early Childhood Education - C420C
- Early Childhood Administration & Management Advanced Certificate - C520A
- Infant/Toddler Care Certificate - C420B
Courses
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Students can get credit for prior learning based on their experience working in the early childhood field if they have earned the Child Development Associate CDA® Certificate. Triton offers 6 hours of college credit for prior learning based on their experience working in the early childhood field. Individuals with their CDA certificate in Infant/Toddler, Preschool, or Family Child Care can receive credit for the following classes:
- ECE 111: Introduction to Early Childhood Education
- ECE 118: Health, Nutrition, and Safety
In order to receive credit for the CDA, students will need to submit both the CDA certificate of completion awarded and a Triton general petition with the courses (listed above) petitioning to be granted for credit. Students will submit both documents to the Education Department chair. If there are any questions about the CDA being awarded for prior learning, students are encouraged to contact the Education Department chair.
- Education Cohort Programs
- ECE Cohort Programs
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Contact Information
 Hunter Stuckemeyer Department Chair (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3046 hunterstuckemeyer@triton.edu * * preferred contact |
 Ally Miller Early Childhood Education Faculty allymiller@triton.edu |
 Angela Staunton Education Faculty angelastaunton@triton.edu |
Dr. Angel S. Brooks
Early Childhood Adjunct
angelbrooks@triton.edu
Terri McConville
Education Adjunct
terrimcconville@triton.edu
Dr. Kennedi Strickland Dixon
Education Adjunct
kennedistrickland-di@triton.edu
Shannon Ellison
Early Childhood Adjunct
shannonellison@triton.edu
Dr. Jo Lynn McCray
Early Childhood Adjunct
jomccray@triton.edu
Gail Shelton
Early Childhood Adjunct
gailshelton@triton.edu