LVC student teacher in classroom at Northwest Elementary School

Education

As an undergraduate education major, you'll benefit from our experienced faculty, who will teach you to put theory into practice using the latest methodologies and technology to prepare you for a teaching career.

In fact, LVC's education major—which offers guaranteed field placements—is ranked among the top 10 percent in the nation and produces the top 10 percent of highest-paid graduates in the nation (College Factual).

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LVC’s Education programs are designed to meet all content requirements mandated by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. With a degree from LVC and a PA teaching license, our graduates can potentially teach in many states across the Mid-Atlantic and across the US through interstate reciprocity agreements, or choose to stay close to home.

Choose to become certified in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, Biology, Chemistry, Citizenship Education, English, Mathematics, Music, Physics, Social Studies, or Spanish.

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Whatever direction you choose, you’ll be expertly prepared for a fulfilling career shaping the lives of young people in your community.

Early Childhood Education

Early Childhood Special Education

Secondary Education

1st

the semester education students observe in K–12 classes

$61,620

median pay for kindergarten and elementary school teachers, 2022 (Bureau of Labor Statistics)

100%

pass rate (students seeking licensure in PA)

100%

job placement in education

Education Student Resources

Required Background Checks & Clearances for Teachers

Title II Higher Education Act Report

Career Opportunities

Graduates of education programs have the opportunity to earn their teaching licensure and embark on a career filled with opportunities to shape young minds, expand students’ understanding of the world, or bring languages and music to students of any age.

Early Childhood Teacher
Special Education Teacher
Biology Teacher
Chemistry Teacher
English Teacher

Mathematics Teacher
Music Teacher
Physics Teacher
Social Studies Teacher
Spanish Teacher

Faculty Spotlight

Ann Berger-Knorr

Associate Professor of Education

aberger@lvc.edu

717-867-6596

Clyde A. Lynch 143

Lindsay Koch

Assistant Professor of Education

lkoch@lvc.edu

717-867-6308

Jennifer “Jen” Kuntz ’03

Assistant Professor of Education

jkuntz@lvc.edu

717-867-6309

Clyde A. Lynch 151

Jennifer Wood Kanupka ’01

Chair and Associate Professor of Education

Director of Special Education

kanupka@lvc.edu

717-867-6307

Clyde A. Lynch 148

In Their Words

Preparation

I’m incredibly thankful for my time at Lebanon Valley College, where I have grown so much as both an educator and a learner. The experiences, mentorship, and preparation I received have prepared me for this next step.

Taylor Graham ’25, Language Arts Teacher, Eyer Middle School

Mentorship

After I changed majors, Dr. Ann Berger-Knorr worked with me to play catch-up so I could graduate with my friends, even though I was a year behind on courses. Together, we created an outline of what classes to take and when. She never gave up on me.

Trevor Dugan ’18, Special education teacher, Devereux Children’s Behavioral Health Services

Inspiration

I truly think that this community directly contributes to the success of its students and is invaluable to cultivating a society of individuals who are inspired to accomplish great things outside of the classroom.

Julia Resele ’22, Fulbright Scholar, Life Skills Teacher, Northern Lebanon Elementary School