Elementary Education

At FAU, you’ll learn from expert faculty and connect with local schools for hands-on field experiences. Our programs are flexible, with hybrid and online options designed for working professionals and traditional students alike. You’ll have the opportunity to earn endorsements in ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) and Reading, making you highly competitive in today’s job market. FAU’s Elementary Education programs are accredited by the Florida Department of Education and the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation, and have been recognized as the best in the state. Tuition is among the lowest in the nation, and you’ll benefit from personalized advising and a supportive community focused on your success.

Degrees Offered at Florida Atlantic

Undergraduate

  • Bachelor’s in Elementary Education (K-6) with ESOL/Reading Endorsement

Graduate

  • Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Elementary Education (K-6)
  • Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Elementary Education with ESOL plus Certification (K-6)

Explore Degree Programs in Elementary Education

Educational Objectives & Student Outcomes

1. Develop deep knowledge of child development, curriculum design, and instructional strategies for elementary learners.
2. Prepare graduates to teach diverse student populations, including English language learners and students with varying abilities.
3. Foster reflective, ethical, and culturally responsive teaching practices.
4. Equip students to integrate technology and evidence-based methods in the classroom.
5. Build leadership skills for roles in schools and districts.

1. Demonstrate mastery of core content areas and effective teaching methods for K-6 classrooms.
2. Design and implement lesson plans that support all learners, including those with ESOL and reading needs.
3. Apply classroom management and positive behavior strategies.
4. Use assessment data to inform instruction and improve student learning.
5. Engage in ongoing professional development and collaboration with colleagues and families.
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Robyn L. Klein, Ed.D.

Director of Elementary and Secondary Education Programs and Senior Instructor

College of Education

Curriculum and Instruction

mailrklein@fau.edu
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Boca Raton Campus

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Michelle Vaughan-McGovern, Ed.D.

Interim Co-Chair and Professor

College of Education

Curriculum and Instruction

mailmvaugha3@fau.edu
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Boca Raton Campus | ED 47 - 345

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