Division of Education

The College of Mount St. Joseph's Teacher Education Program was the first in Ohio to receive national accreditation from the Teacher Education Accreditation Council (TEAC).

The Division of Education strives to prepare prospective teachers acquire those understandings, competencies and appreciations to equip them to meet the needs of children and youth in today's schools and to attain insights into the role and place of the school in today's complex and changing society. Our prospective teachers are taught that the teacher's goal is to be that of assisting each learner to attain knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values as defined by Ohio's Academic Content Standards.

Our Mission Statement

The Division of Education prepares competent, collaborative, caring and reflective practitioners who uphold the tradition of social responsibility, academic excellence, and personal integrity of the Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati.

Our Vision Statement

The Division of Education will continually transform itself into a regionally acclaimed center for teaching and learning in the Midwest. Rooted in the spiritual tradition of the Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati and the Catholic intellectual tradition of free and open inquiry in search of truth, the Division will be known for its innovative programs in higher education for preparing highly qualified educators and leaders.

Our Core Values

We promote critical thinking and reflective practices with all students.
We teach students to have respect for themselves and others through collaboration and service.
We encourage students to participate in professional development and scholarship.
We value and model ethical conduct.
We value a knowledge and appreciation of diversity.

Our Candidate Competencies

We have developed the following five candidate competencies which describe the knowledge, skills, and competencies each teacher candidate will have upon completion of the their program.

Content knowledge— The candidate articulates accurate subject matter and applies that knowledge in planning and presenting lessons aligned with standards.
Learner characteristics— The candidate incorporates knowledge of how students learn and how diverse experiences affect learning when planning and presenting lessons aligned with content standards.
Instructional strategies— The candidate applies a variety of scientifically-based, data-driven instructional strategies, assesses student’s progress toward learning objectives, and differentiates instruction based on student needs and assessment results.
Learning environment— The candidate creates and manages a learning environment that encourages active, engaged learning and respect for others.
Professional responsibilities— The candidate engages in reflective practice, promotes collaboration among peers, families and communities, and takes on opportunities for professional development.