Childhood education, formerly known as elementary education, focuses on the needs of children in first through sixth grades. Teachers who specialize in this age group need a strong understanding of child
development to notice potential learning difficulties or to recognize gifted children. Elementary school teachers must be proficient in a wide variety of classroom subject areas in order to cultivate the foundation of learning and study skills for their students.
Heavy population growth and the ongoing retirement of veteran teachers have created a strong demand for new elementary level teachers. Your NYIT degree and state teaching certification—which includes required examinations—will prepare you for employment in elementary and primary schools in New York and many other U.S. states (individual certification requirements vary). You will also be trained for advanced study in education
