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).

We are proud to provide such high-quality outcomes to undergraduate students seeking to earn a teaching license in and around Lebanon County, PA. Our robust program focuses on real-world applications and practical knowledge, providing more than 200 hours of field experience before the student teaching semester.

Need-based departmental scholarships are available.

Learn More About the Education Major

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.

Choose Your Pathway

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

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

All enrolled students in any education program at Lebanon Valley College must complete the Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Criminal History Record, and Federal (FBI) State Criminal History Record background checks prior to the start of freshman year.

View information and examples on background checks and clearances here.

This annual document required by the Higher Education Act of 1998 includes data on teacher preparation program outcomes, such as certification exam pass rates and student demographics.

Read through the Title II Higher Education Act Report here.

In Their Words

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
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
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

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