Teaching Mathematics Grades 5-12

Major, Minor

Why This Program & What You'll Learn

In today’s data-driven world, a solid understanding of mathematical principles is more important than ever. As a secondary mathematics teacher, you will play a critical role in shaping the mathematics skills of the next generation.

Our program combines in-depth courses in key mathematics topics with practical skills needed for teaching. 

We will guide you through the student-teaching process, too. You will start by observing classes and gradually build up to taking full responsibility for a class, under the supervision of classroom teachers and university supervisors. And you will graduate with the skills you need to inspire a love for mathematics in your future students.

Completion of this degree will qualify you for recommendation to the Michigan State Board of Education for a Secondary Standard Certificate.

Program Highlights

As a mathematics major for a secondary education degree, you can:

• Experience an integrated field approach where you will get hands-on experiences early in the program.
• Explore new teaching environments by spending a semester abroad.
• Apply for a scholarship designed specifically for students of mathematics.
• Make connections and explore the field by joining Kappa Mu Epsilon, a mathematics honor society.
  

Interested in a mathematics education minor? 

We offer two distinct mathematics education minors, Teaching Mathematics Grades 5-9 and Teaching Mathematics Grades 7-12. After you earn a minor in mathematics education at CMU, you can pursue a career in the education industry. CMU's program will help you further develop your teaching capabilities and skills as an educator.