Teacher Licensure in Middle School Math
The teacher licensure program for middle school mathematics is an innovative new track for nonmath majors interested in teaching mathematics in the middle grades 6–8, an area of high demand across Colorado districts and beyond. Our students gain additional support through CU Teach, an innovative, nationally renowned secondary math and science teacher education program.
- Understand the complexities of educational equity
- Be prepared to teach middle school math in Colorado
- Join a program dedicated to democracy, diversity, equity and justice
Join a community of students who are agents of change and advocates on behalf of all students
Gain hands-on teaching and practicum experience with over 800 hours in local public secondary school classrooms
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Academic Plan & Requirements
Undergraduate nondegree program
The undergraduate nondegree teacher licensure program is designed for current CU Boulder undergraduates in a college or school outside of the School of Education. The students will complete teacher licensure coursework simultaneously with their undergraduate degree coursework.
CU Teach
Students in the program for teacher licensure in middle school math are also able to participate in the CU Teach program. CU Teach helps math and science teachers gain tools and resources from the School of Education; College of Engineering and Applied Sciences; and the College of Arts and Sciences.
Be inspired.
The School of Education has many alumni across the nation helping to advance democracy, diversity, equity and justice within communities and educational settings.
BA elementary education
Anisah Spahn worked as a learning assistant in the School of Education and as an undergraduate student ambassador. After graduation, she became a teacher resident at Denver Green School and is working toward a graduate degree in communication sciences and disorders.
BAM in ethnic studies and education
A native of Durango, Meredith Nass has used her degree to help address critical questions about world injustices and how educators and community leaders can become transformative educators and policymakers. Nass works for the School of Education as the student coordinator and is a community organizer through the Coalition to Expand Voting Rights in Boulder.
MA in curriculum and instruction plus teacher licensure in English education
Garrett Cease graduated from CU Boulder with a double major in English and philosophy, and then returned to complete a School of Education master’s degree in curriculum and instruction while gaining teacher licensure in English education. As both a sixth grade teacher and an enthusiast for meditation, yoga, rock climbing and skiing, Cease practices his wellness techniques in the classroom to help guide his teaching and students.
MA in educational equity and cultural diversity
After spending 23 years as a social studies teacher at Thornton High School, Andrés Martínez decided to continue his professional career with a master’s degree. While earning his MA, Martínez was integral at advancing the Seal of Biliteracy initiative for his school district, Adams 12. He also proposed teaching ethnic studies at his school, with hopes of that becoming an official part of the school’s curriculum.