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Unlock potential and open the door to a brighter future.
High school is a pivotal time in a student’s life as they not only figure out who they are, but explore the endless possibilities of who they can become and where their future is headed. While such a wide-open window of opportunity is exciting, it can also be overwhelming for students trying to find what path is right for them. That’s where you come in. Be the light that shines on a student’s future.
As a teacher, you will find yourself with the challenge of unlocking the potential in each student and the reward that comes from seeing them grow. This is a career for those truly dedicated to helping others grow through encouragement, discipline and of course, providing them with a quality education.
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Unique opportunities
High school teaching is a dynamic career with real growth opportunities, both in and beyond the classroom. With strong demand for educators—especially in math, science, English, and special education—you’ll find job security, competitive benefits, and the chance to make an impact from day one. As you gain experience, you can move into roles like department head, instructional coach, curriculum specialist, or even administration. Many districts support professional development and advanced degrees, opening doors to leadership, policy, or educational consulting. It’s not just a job—it’s a respected career path with room to grow, lead, and make a lasting difference in students’ lives.
Our Secondary Education degree at work
Pursue an exciting career teaching in:
- Biology
- Social Studies
- Speech/Theatre
- English
- Mathematics
Our students are highly sought after by distinguished employers across the country, including:
The greatest thing about the education department here at William Woods is the faculty. We have some phenomenal teachers. Not only are they knowledgeable and supportive, but in contrast to what you might find at a larger research university, our education faculty has a broad background of teaching experiences in elementary and secondary schools. It is refreshing to have instructors who not only know the theory and the research, but can share their insights well beyond information found in a book.— Sarah Zolinski, Secondary Education graduate
Through this secondary education bachelor’s program you will learn not only what to teach your students, but the nuances of how to teach that material effectively, so that all students will learn. Curriculum is broken into content knowledge and pedagogical skills, taught by professors who have acquired years of experience and are ready to share what they’ve learned with you.
Along with classroom instruction, you will gain hands on experiences through participating in service learning activities such as math fairs, reading tutoring, math tutoring, health fair initiatives, practical learning labs in your major, and many other opportunities depending on your certification field. In addition, students will spend two semester-long clinical experiences in local public schools, as well as 14 weeks of student teaching.