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BECOME ANELEMENTARY
MATHSPECIALIST!
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SELF-PACED
12 COURSES
ONLINEELEMENTARYMATHSPECIALISTCERTICIFICATE
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Holy Names University& Dr. Nicki Newton
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BECOME AN ELEMENTARY MATH SPECIALIST!
Do you like teaching elementary math? Do you like thinking about, talking about, planning and implementing math lessons with others? If yes, then getting an elementary mathematics specialist certificate is something you should do! This certificate prepares teachers for a variety of leadership roles in math education - math coach, departmentalized math teacher, math resource teacher, lead math teacher, mentor math teacher, math curriculum specialist, math interventionist and school or district-based math specialist.
The online elementary mathematics specialist certificate from Holy Names University can help you further your existing career in elementary education. If you want to do more with math in your classroom, school or district, this is the certificate for you.
LOVE TOTEACH MATH?
WHO IS THE MATHEMATICS SPECIALIST CERTIFICATE DESIGNED FOR?
THIS PROGRAM IS FORTitle I math teachersMath interventionistsElementary math teachersMathematics coachesMathematics resource teachersLead math teachersSpecial education teachersMath tutors
BECOME AN ELEMENTARY MATH SPECIALIST!
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
PROGRAM BENEFITS
We focus on developing educators who understand how to design and implement a standards-based, academically rigor-ous, engaging, research-informed approach to teaching and learning math-ematics. The courses of the Elementary Mathematics Specialist Certificate emphasize the 5 elements of mathemati-cal proficiency: conceptual understand-ing, procedural knowledge, adaptive reasoning, strategic competence and a productive disposition. We integrate an equity and technology based focus throughout all courses.
Start broadening your teaching career as a mathematics specialist today. The Elementary Math Specialist program is designed to meet the needs of working professionals through a convenient self-paced online program.
100% online coursesFlexible, self-paced coursesApply skills to instruction and professional developmentFocus on real-world math education projectsTaught by experienced math educators
BECOME AN ELEMENTARY MATH SPECIALIST!
Elementary Math Specialists are teacher leaders who have focused on the teaching and learning of math in k-6. They help design and implement math professional development plans throughout their grade, school and district. They promote teacher math growth and the academic growth of students in math. They help to strengthen classroom teachers’ math content and pedagogy so that students can learn more and do better in math. They help to bridge the research and the day-to-dayness of teaching mathematics in elementary schools.
WHAT DO ELEMENTARY MATH SPECIALISTS DO?
WHY A MATH SPECIALIST CERTIFICATE? YOU MAY ENROLL IN THE COURSES TO MEET YOUR GOALS FOR
Professional developmentA continuing education refresher courseCredits to apply for salary advancementCertificate of advanced studies inmath education
Mathematics specialistMath resource teacherMathematics coachMath Lead teacherMath Cluster
MATHEMATICSSPECIALIST CAREERS
Open the door to new teaching opportunities and the potential for career advancement today! Graduates of the elementary math specialist certificate may go on to professional positions such as:
*Note this is not a teaching degree, this is a certificateprogram to take a deeper dive into math studies.
BECOME AN ELEMENTARY MATH SPECIALIST!
OFFICIAL NAME: Graduate certificate in elementary mathematics specialistINSTITUTION: Holy Names University in collaboration with Dr. Nicki’s Math AcademyPROGRAM TYPE: Graduate certificateACADEMIC HOME: College of Education DELIVERY MODE: 100% onlineCONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS: 15PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT HOURS: 150 (Approximately)ESTIMATED COST:2020-2021 $4,250 Total tuition.Tuition is due per course, not the entire cost at the beginning.
Tuition is the same for everyone (California residents, out-of-state and international students).Typical program length: SELF-PACEDHow long is a course? 10-15 MODULES.Twelve Month Fast Track OptionOur flex schedule will fit your needs. Skip a term between courses if that works better for you than taking the courses back to back.Typical course load: SELF-PACEDCourses begin on a rolling basis! Start when-ever you want!
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BECOME AN ELEMENTARY MATH SPECIALIST!
Delivery of the program is entirely online. The courses are asynchronous with some online face-to-face sessions. Students can take as many courses as they want to take a semester. It is your own pace. With our flex schedule you decide a schedule that fits your needs. You may take 1 course a semester or one course a month. You could also pace it out over 1 or 2 years. Courses are designed and taught by top mathematics and education professionals who are accomplished researchers and accessible teachers, dedicated to helping you achieve your goal.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
BECOME AN ELEMENTARY MATH SPECIALIST!
*Technology in Mathematics is Integrated throughout program**In Part 4 we explore operations and algebraic thinking, place value, geometry & measurement.
Equity in EducationMath Coach’s ToolboxCurriculum Mapping Math
Part I
Math WorkshopGuided Math Teaching the Math Processes/Practices
Part 2
Math InterventionDyscalculiaMath Running Records
Part 3
Arithmetic to Algebra: DevelopingPatterns and Ideas Teaching with Math ManipulativesTeaching Problem Solving
Part 4
COURSE WORK INCLUDES
BECOME AN ELEMENTARY MATH SPECIALIST!
DO I NEED TO APPLY FOR ADMISSION TO THE GRADUATE PROGRAM?No, you do not need to apply for graduateadmission to the university.
ADMISSIONREQUIREMENTS
ADMISSIONS
Admission Test:No standardized graduate school tests required for admission into non-licensure programs.
Admissions Office: (347) 688-4927
Application Form: Apply Online Now
Application Fee: No application Fee Required
BECOME AN ELEMENTARY MATH SPECIALIST!
2020-2021 $4,250 Total in tuitionTuition is due per course, not the entire cost at the beginning.Tuition is the same for everyoneThe program is 12 coursesBudget about $200 more for subscriptions and books
How much will it cost?
The purpose of the program, is to provide elementary teachers with a strong foundation in the teaching and learning of mathematics. The purpose of the courses developed for this program are to strengthen teachers’ mathematics content knowledge, pedagogy and skills for teaching elementary math grades K-6.
How were the program objectives determined?The program objectives are determined through the guidance of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) standards and objectives. A crosswalk of state math standards. and the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) are also used as guidelines for course content.
Why a certificate?According to the Georgetown Center on Education and the Workforce, "certificates have swelled to become the second most common postsecondary award in the United States." Research shows that certificates help with career advancement and job security as well as increased salary and lifetime earnings.
See more: https://cew.georgetown.edu/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Certificates.ExecutiveSummary.071712.pdf
FREQUENTLYASKEDQUESTIONSWhat is the purposeof this program?