Middle school teachers are trained in both the fundamentals of education and a specific
academic discipline that is taught in grades 5–8. This program will prepare you to
transfer to a university where you will complete the coursework to earn your middle
school teaching license.
At Harper College, you will earn either an Associate in Arts (A.A.) or Associate in
Science (A.S.), depending on your desired transfer institution. See your academic
advisor for details.
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The Associate in Arts or Associate in Science degree prepares you to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete
a bachelor's degree. Speak with your advisor about the best courses to take to meet
your academic goals. It is suggested that first semester students who want to pursue
middle level education take EDU 201 to learn about the profession and to complete their Academic Plan.
Harper also offers institution-specific transfer information to help prepare you to
transition to a bachelor's program at a four-year university. To learn more, visit
our Transfer Information page or see your advisor.
Explore middle school education careers
Learn more about career outcomes for Harper's Middle School Education degree programs.
Each career profile offers a complete picture on the local job market, including salaries,
open positions, top local employers and more. To learn more, visit our Middle School Education Careers page.
Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special
Education
Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special
Education
Assist a preschool, elementary, middle, or secondary school teacher with instructional
duties. Serve in a position for which a teacher has primary responsibility for the
design and implementation of educational programs and services.
Core tasks:
Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums,
or on field trips.
Tutor and assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments
and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent
injuries and damage.
Assist a preschool, elementary, middle, or secondary school teacher to provide academic,
social, or life skills to students who have learning, emotional, or physical disabilities.
Serve in a position for which a teacher has primary responsibility for the design
and implementation of educational programs and services.
Core tasks:
Assist in bus loading and unloading.
Assist librarians in school libraries.
Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as required.
Carry out therapeutic regimens, such as behavior modification and personal development
programs, under the supervision of special education instructors, psychologists, or
speech-language pathologists.
For more information about starting your middle level education degree at Harper,
please contact Admissions Outreach at 847.925.6700 or fill out our request information form.
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