What Can You Do With A Major In Curriculum and Instruction?

Special Notes about the Program

This program provides advanced education for the region's secondary school educators.

Community Connections

 This program will educate those interested in teaching within the private and public school systems throughout northeast Florida.

General Career Directions

Secondary School Educators

Art

Math

English

Social Science

Biology

Chemistry

Physics

Physical Education

Special Education

Typical Employers/Work Settings

Public School          

Private schools                     

Charter Schools

Department of Defense Schools

International Schools

Skills Needed For This Career

•Oral Communication Skills

•Ability to organize and coordinate

•Creativity

•Ability to motivate others

•Listening skills

•Special Education Skills

•Persuasive skills •Written Communication Skills

•Interpersonal Skills

•Mathematical Abilities

•Curriculum Development

•Language Skills

•Counseling Skills

•Group Dynamics

Career Action Plan

• Conduct an informational interview and/or shadow a professional in the field
• Join a professional association for this career field
• Develop leadership skills by participating in on-campus activities (RA, Peer Advisor, Student Government, Presidential Envoys, Fraternities, Sororities, Student Clubs)
• Look to do an internship in your junior and/or senior year to gain experience in this field
• Obtain teaching experience working with target age group by doing volunteer or part-time work
• Consider taking a public speaking course to develop your presentation skills
• Attend job fairs and networking events to meet with employer representatives and to explore options