Wilson Expands Teacher Certification Program to Include an Online-Only Option

Pennsylvania’s teacher shortage crisis is amping up interest in teaching careers. In response to the growing demand for teacher certification programs, Wilson College has expanded its former Teacher Intern Program (TIP), now offering an online-only certification program and a program for foreign language teachers, as well as the traditional program.

Daniela DiGregorio

Ph.D., Indiana University of Pennsylvania, TESOL and Composition
M.A., Marywood University, Art Education, ESL K-12 certification, English 7-12 certification
B.A./M.A., University of South Bohemia, Czech Republic, English (EFL) and Art

SPE 348: Pre-Practicum, Special Education

A full-time clinical experience in local schools during the student’s senior year. Placement will be equally divided between general education and special education classrooms.  Requires observing, aiding, tutoring, teaching and maintaining a portfolio.  Preparation for the senior-year student teaching practicum.  Supervised by college faculty. Prerequisites: EDU 204, 215 and Official Acceptance to Education Program.

SPE 339: Math/Technology Methods

This course provides the students with the application of best practices in mathematics instruction and use of technology for students with special needs. The students will develop appropriate lesson planning strategies related to differentiated instruction, assessment, and pedagogy related to students with special needs. Students will complete 5 observation hours. Prerequisite: Official acceptance to Education Program.

SPE 338: Reading/Writing Methods

This course provides the students with the application of best practices in reading/writing instruction for students with special needs. The students will develop appropriate lesson planning strategies related to differentiated instruction, assessment, and pedagogy related to students with special needs. Students will complete 5 observation hours. Prerequisite: EDU 238 and official acceptance into Education Program.