Paraprofessional+ Pathway Program
McKendree University’s Professional+ Pathway program provides teacher’s aides and
assistants, also known as paraprofessionals, a clear and easy way for them to become
full-fledged elementary (grades 1-6) teachers quickly. The program is fully online
for your convenience and can help you become a teacher in only two years.
Why Choose the Paraprofessional+ Pathway Program at McKendree?
If you’re already a paraprofessional and your goal is to become a teacher at the elementary
level, then the Paraprofessional+ Pathway at McKendree is right for you. This program
will allow you to attain a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education degree and
initial licensure in only two years. You can also expect to save up to $5,000 on program
tuition. McKendree also offers a special education add-on license in this program,
making it even easier for you to realize your dreams in a shorter amount of time.
Our faculty and staff have worked closely with many area superintendents to create
this unique online program in an effort to address the Illinois teacher shortage.
The Paraprofessional+ Pathway program is convenient, cost-effective, and the smartest
choice for any aspiring paraprofessional wishing to become a teacher in the state
of Illinois. Best of all, paraprofessionals can continue working throughout the program!
Requirements
In order to be admitted to McKendree’s Paraprofessional+ Pathway program, enrollees
must:
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Be currently employed as a paraprofessional
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Obtain approval from your administrator
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Have 60-90 hours of bachelor coursework
Employment Opportunities
Students who earn their Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education degree through
McKendree University’s Paraprofessional+ Pathway program will gain the initial licensure
that will allow them to teach in elementary schools throughout Illinois. Many of our
graduates are now teachers at nearby K-12 schools – you can become one as well!
Academic Advisor
Academic Advisor for the School of Education
elketchum@mckendree.edu
Key Faculty
Professor of Special Education
Piper Academic Center (PAC) 202
(618) 537-6552
Assistant Professor of Education
Piper Academic Center (PAC) 205
(618) 537-6953
Professor of Education
Piper Academic Center (PAC) 208
(618) 537-6559
Lecturer of Education
Piper Academic Center (PAC) 207
(618) 537-6485
Professor of Education
(618) 537-6880