Designed for professionals with a bachelor’s degree who want to become K–12 teachers, this accelerated licensure program provides the preparation, classroom experience, and flexibility needed to transition into teaching.
Program Roadmap
Phase 1: Build a Strong Foundation in Classroom Practice
The program begins by grounding you in the core principles of effective teaching. You will learn best practices in classroom pedagogy, focusing on how students learn and how to create structured, supportive learning environments.
- Foundations of classroom instruction
- Student development and learning theory
- Classroom management and environment
- Best practices in teaching and pedagogy
Phase 2: Strengthen Literacy Instruction
Strong literacy instruction is at the center of effective teaching. In this phase, you will develop expertise in evidence-based reading instruction aligned with the Science of Reading.
Marian’s approach is recognized for its quality, including top ratings from the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ).
- Science of Reading principles
- Literacy instruction and assessment
- Language development
- Evidence-based teaching strategies
Phase 3: Adapt Instruction for Diverse Learners
Classrooms include students with a wide range of needs, backgrounds, and abilities. In this phase, you will learn how to adapt instruction to support all learners, including students with exceptional needs and English language learners.
- Differentiated instruction
- Special education strategies
- Supporting English language learners
- Inclusive classroom practices
Phase 4: Apply Learning Through Full-Time Teaching Experience
In the final phase, you complete a full-time, supervised teaching internship in a partner school. This immersive experience allows you to apply everything you’ve learned while working directly with students under the guidance of experienced educators.
By the end of this phase, you will demonstrate your ability to plan, teach, assess, and manage a classroom with confidence.
- Full-time classroom teaching
- Lesson planning and delivery
- Student assessment and feedback
- Professional mentorship and coaching
- Licensure readiness
This roadmap reflects a typical progression through the program. Individual experiences may vary as coursework and internship placement are tailored to each student’s background, licensure area, and schedule.
Schools need passionate educators from diverse backgrounds. The Transition to Teaching program provides the pathway, preparation, and classroom experience needed to start your teaching career.