The Integrated Elementary Teaching BS at the University of Nevada Reno is designed for aspiring educators passionate about making a difference in PK-8 classrooms. This undergraduate program equips you with the foundational knowledge and practical skills necessary to teach diverse learners, addressing critical needs in both general education and specialized areas like English Language Acquisition and Development or Special Education. You will explore core curriculum requirements, pedagogical methods, and the essential principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion, preparing you to foster supportive and effective learning environments.
This full-time, on-campus Bachelor of Science degree is structured over four years, integrating theoretical coursework with hands-on experience. You will engage in supervised practicums and seminars, culminating in a significant supervised teaching internship where you will apply your learning in a real classroom setting. The curriculum emphasizes methods for teaching mathematics, science, and social studies, alongside literacy instruction and behavior management strategies. You will graduate with the qualifications and confidence to pursue a Nevada K-8 teaching license, ready to inspire the next generation.