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Paraprofessional Education

Work alongside teachers to give students the additional support they need to succeed.

Degree Options Associate
Locations Lewiston, Online

About

The paraprofessional education program prepares teaching assistants to work in K-12 schools in special education, reading, or ENL programs.

The program articulates with the core requirements of the elementary education program while providing instruction on improving student learning.

Students will:

  • Gain skills to work in K-12 schools in special education, reading, or ENL programs.
  • Receive instruction on improving student learning alongside classroom teachers.

This degree is designed for teaching assistants and early childhood care providers. A variety of education, reading, and special education classes are part of the curriculum, along with program electives.

Related Careers

  • Teaching assistant
  • Early childhood development teacher
  • Childcare workers

“I think that Lewis-Clark State College has the best teaching program out there ... you can’t go wrong if you choose to go there.” — Dustin Wendt, 3rd grade teacher

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