Pitt-Johnstown hosting student teacher showcase
JOHNSTOWN, Pa. – The University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown is hosting a biennial student teacher showcase Tuesday at the John P. Murtha Center For Public Service and National Competitiveness on the Richland Township campus.
Teacher candidates in the school's education program will present themselves and their professional dossiers from 4 to 6 p.m.
Students will talk with visitors about their experiences, aspirations and more during the event.
Disciplines will range from early childhood education and special education to secondary education sciences, social studies and mathematics.
The showcase serves as the final opportunity for the pre-service teachers to gain insight from other professionals before entering the workforce.
About 28 teacher candidates scheduled to graduate this spring are expected to present at the gathering.
According to the university, 90% of education majors secure employment in their desired field within a year of graduation and 82% of them find employment in Pennsylvania.
Additionally, Pitt-Johnstown touts a certification and licensure rate of 89% as of 2022.
The university offers bachelor's degrees in early childhood, middle level and secondary education, as well as a dual- enrollment program for early childhood and special education.
There are enhanced degree options for science, technology, engineering and mathematics tracks and English as a second language.
For more information, visit www.johnstown.pitt.edu.
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