Spanish Education Major
The Spanish Education major is designed to prepare students for a career in teaching Spanish at any level from kindergarten through grade 12. Our major includes coursework in General Education, English and Humanities, Spanish, literature and culture and professional preparation, as well a professional semester of student teaching. This major also provides instruction and practical experiences in determining effective instructional approaches in teaching the five skill areas of foreign language: listening comprehension, speaking, reading, writing and cultural competence.
Careers in Spanish Education
Career opportunities for graduates in Spanish Education are varied. Students work in various school districts dealing directly with children, families, groups and communities.
Career options may include any of the following paths:
- Elementary School Spanish Teacher
- Middle School Spanish Teacher
- High School Spanish Teacher
- Spanish Literature Instructor
- Spanish Language Instructor
- Spanish Reading Instructor
Alumni Story
Amanda Zimmerman ‘06 (York, Pa.) attributes much of her current success to the many outstanding professors she studied with at York College.
With dual degrees in Spanish and secondary education English, Amanda went on to become a Spanish teacher at Northeastern High School in Manchester, Pa., where she also serves as a curriculum council member, National Spanish Honor Society advisor and chair of world languages, among other roles.
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