The primary function of the Education Department within the philosophy of the University is to provide a teaching-learning environment wherein students acquire a liberal and professional education. Realization of this function is sought by combining academic subject area courses, specialized studies, and professional education. Students are provided opportunities to increase their knowledge, to gain insight into the growth of young children and adolescents, to develop competence in teaching, to formulate a sound philosophy of education, and to realize the need for continuous professional growth.
The continuing mission of the Department of Education is to prepare students to be
- Successful educational leaders;
- Practicing scholars; and
- Lifelong learners.
Students interested in becoming a certified teacher in Texas public schools should contact the Department of Education early in their SRSU RGC career. While most coursework is taken in various departments of the University, it is crucial that the appropriate courses be chosen, sequenced, and completed so students may transition to the Teacher Education Program with minimal disruption. Each teaching area has requirements for certification that must be met.
Specific information regarding Teacher Education requirements may be found in the current University catalog.
Rio Grande College programs that lead to teacher certification:
Concentration Requirements
Early Childhood–6
Students in the EC-6 Generalist concentration will take additional classes in content subjects (English, Mathematics, Social Sciences, Sciences, Fine Arts/Health/PE), Reading, and Pedagogy to provide the in-depth knowledge needed to be a successful elementary and early middle school teacher.
English, Language Arts & Reading 4-8
Students in the ELA/R 4-8 concentration are prepared to teach these three subjects at the upper-elementary and middle school grade levels. Students will take additional English composition, literature, and structure courses from the Languages & Literature Department, in conjunction with Reading & Pedagogy courses from the Education Department, to provide the in-depth knowledge needed to be a successful middle school teacher.
Mathematics 4-8
Students in the Math 4-8 concentration are prepared to teach mathematics at the upper-elementary and middle school grade levels. Students will take additional upper level Math courses from the Computer Science and Math Department, in conjunction with Education & Pedagogy courses from the Education Department, to provide the in-depth knowledge needed to be a successful middle school teacher.
Science 4-8
Students in the Science 4-8 concentration are prepared to teach science classes at the upper-elementary and middle school grade levels. Students will take additional Sciences courses in biology, chemistry, and geology from the Biology-Geology & Physical Sciences Department, in conjunction with Education & Pedagogy courses from the Education Department. Together, these courses provide the in-depth knowledge needed to be a successful middle school teacher.
Social Studies 4-8
Students in the Social Studies concentration are prepared to teach social studies classes at the upper-elementary and middle school grade levels. Students will take additional Social Science courses in Geography, History, Political Science, and Sociology the Behavioral & Social Science Department, plus coursework in Education & Pedagogy from the Education Department. Together, the courses in this concentration provide students the in-depth knowledge needed to be a successful middle school teacher.
Consult the current SRSU Catalog for full program descriptions and requirements.
Upon acceptance to the university, students choose the program they plan to pursue and request an official degree plan. In addition to RGC departmental and program requirements, students seeking certification have additional requirements established by the Texas Education Agency (TEA). Certification requires the successful completion of an accredited degree program, a clinical/student teaching experience and the completion of certification exams that correlate to the degree and teaching field. In addition to content exams, all students seeking Texas Certification are required to complete the Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities Exam which addresses grades EC-12.
Alternative Initial Certification Program
The Alternative Initial Certification Program is accredited through the Texas Education Agency (TEA) and complies with requirements set forth with that agency. Alternative Initial Certification is a program for those individuals with a Bachelor’s degree that are seeking Texas teacher certification.
Eligibility for admission to this program requires the following:
- Have a baccalaureate degree earned from and conferred by an institution of higher education that is recognized by one of the regional accrediting agencies by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. Candidates who possess a baccalaureate degree from outside the United States are required to submit along with their official transcripts an official translation of their degree from an accredited company that evaluates their credentials. Candidates also are required to take the TOEFL and receive the appropriate required scores set by The Texas Education Agency (TEA) English Language Proficiency
- An overall grade point average of at least 2.75
- Satisfactory report of criminal background inquiry
Contact the Teacher Education department for details.
Miriam Muniz-Quiz Education Department Chair and Professor of Education 830.703.4842 F102, 205 Wildcat Drive, Del Rio, TX 78840 mmuniz-quiz@sulross.edu |
Jorge Garza Director of Education F 212, 205 Wildcat Drive, Del Rio, TX 78840 830.703.4823 jlg20yp@sulross.edu |
Loretta Armistead Administrative Specialist A 122, 2623 Garner Field Road, Uvalde, TX 78801 larmistead@sulross.edu |
Samuel Garcia Associate Professor/Counseling Program Coordinator A-107, 2623 Garner Field Road, Uvalde, TX 78801 830.279.3036 sxg15bz@sulross.edu |
Maria Gear Associate Professor of Education-Leadership A 112, 2623 Garner Field Road, Uvalde, TX 78801 830.279.3033 gearmaria57@gmail.com |
Susan Land Testing/Certification Coordinator A120, 2623 Garner Field Road, Uvalde, TX 78801 830.279.3041 sharper@sulross.edu |
Todd Russell A 126, 2623 Garner Field Road, Uvalde, TX 78801 830.279.3025 trussell@sulross.edu |
Jesse Salazar Assistant Professor D206, 3107 Bob Rogers Drive, Eagle Pass, TX 78852 830.876.5030 jesse.salazar@sulross.edu |
Gina Stocks Associate Professor of Education A 118, 2623 Garner Field Road, Uvalde, TX 78801 830.279.3031 gstocks@sulross.edu |
Chris Adrian Avalos Tresslar Assistant Professor Education A125, 2623 Garner Field Road, Uvalde, TX 78801 830.279.3005 cxt19da@sulross.edu |
Timothy Wilson Professor of Education A 116, 2623 Garner Field Road, Uvalde, TX 78801 830.279.3024 twilson@sulross.edu |
Degree Plans
All undergraduates must be advised in order to register/enroll in courses in a future term.
Academic Advisors provide students with schedule planning and degree checklists, identify academic support structures (tutoring) for at-risk students, help new students transition from other institutions, and assist students in deciding on a major. Academic Advisors also provide students with one-on-one instruction on how to use Lobo Online which is the student’s portal to academic and administrative services at Sul Ross State University.
Advisors accept student inquiries by appointment (Zoom, Teams, and Skype), over the phone, or as walk-ins. Students must be advised before registration and they must receive their advisor’s final approval of schedules and official degree plans.
Visit Academic Advising to learn more.
Bachelor of Arts in Education, EC-6 Generalist
This degree plan is based upon the following:
Student has completed the Texas Core Curriculum, 42 semester credit hours.
Student has completed or will complete the Foreign Language requirement, 6 semester credit hours.
Sophomore Year
RGC Semester I, Spring
–
MTH 3308
3 credit hours
–
–
BIO 3308
3 credit hours
–
–
POLS 3304
3 credit hours
–
–
ENGL 3312
3 credit hours
_
_
ED 3312
3 credit hours
–
–
EDUC 3304
3 credit hours
_
_
Total: 18 sch
–
Junior Year
RGC Semester II, Fall
RGC Semester III, Spring
MTH 3309
3 credit hours
EDUC 4307
3 credit hours
BIO 3309
3 credit hours
EDUC 4313
3 credit hours
HST 3309
3 credit hours
EDUC 3328
3 credit hours
EDUC 3308
3 credit hours
EDUC 4320
3 credit hours
EDUC 4308
3 credit hours
EDUC 3329, 4328, or 4329
3 credit hours
Total: 15 sch
Total: 15 sch
Senior Year
RGC Semester IV, Fall
RGC Semester V, Spring
EDUC 4315
3 credit hours
EDUC 3300
3 credit hours
EDUC 3301
3 credit hours
EDUC 4607
6 credit hours
EDUC 3303
3 credit hours
–
–
EDUC 4314
3 credit hours
–
–
EDUC 3302
3 credit hours
_
_
Total: 15 sch
Total: 9 sch
Total Credit Hours Required for Bachelor of Arts in Education, EC-6 Generalist: 120
All undergraduates must be advised in order to register/enroll in courses in a future term.
Academic Advisors provide students with schedule planning and degree checklists, identify academic support structures (tutoring) for at-risk students, help new students transition from other institutions, and assist students in deciding on a major. Academic Advisors also provide students with one-on-one instruction on how to use Lobo Online which is the student’s portal to academic and administrative services at Sul Ross State University.
Advisors accept student inquiries by appointment (Zoom, Teams, and Skype), over the phone, or as walk-ins. Students must be advised before registration and they must receive their advisor’s final approval of schedules and official degree plans.
Visit Academic Advising to learn more.
Bachelor of Arts in Education, 4-8 English, Language Arts, and Reading
This degree plan is based upon the following:
Student has completed the Texas Core Curriculum, 42 semester credit hours.
Student has completed or will complete the Foreign Language requirement, 6 semester credit hours.
Sophomore Year
RGC Semester I, Spring
–
MTH 3308
3 credit hours
–
–
BIO 3308
3 credit hours
–
–
ENGL 3309
3 credit hours
–
–
ENGL 3312
3 credit hours
_
_
EDUC 3304
3 credit hours
–
–
EDUC 4328 or 4329
3 credit hours
_
_
Total: 18 sch
–
Junior Year
RGC Semester II, Fall
RGC Semester III, Spring
MTH 3309
3 credit hours
EDUC 4320
3 credit hours
ENGL 3xxx or 4xxx
3 credit hours
EDUC 4307
3 credit hours
BIO 3309
3 credit hours
EDUC 4313
3 credit hours
EDUC 3308
3 credit hours
EDUC 3301
3 credit hours
EDUC 4308
3 credit hours
EDUC 3307, 3328, or 3329
3 credit hours
Total: 15 sch
Total: 15 sch
Senior Year
RGC Semester IV, Fall
Semester V, Spring
ENG 3310
3 credit hours
EDUC 3300
3 credit hours
EDUC 3302
3 credit hours
EDUC 4601
6 credit hours
EDUC 4314
3 credit hours
–
–
EDUC 3303
3 credit hours
–
–
EDUC 4315
3 credit hours
_
_
Total: 15 sch
Total: 9 sch
Total Credit Hours Required for Bachelor of Arts in Education, 4-8 English, Language Arts, and Reading: 120
All undergraduates must be advised in order to register/enroll in courses in a future term.
Academic Advisors provide students with schedule planning and degree checklists, identify academic support structures (tutoring) for at-risk students, help new students transition from other institutions, and assist students in deciding on a major. Academic Advisors also provide students with one-on-one instruction on how to use Lobo Online which is the student’s portal to academic and administrative services at Sul Ross State University.
Advisors accept student inquiries by appointment (Zoom, Teams, and Skype), over the phone, or as walk-ins. Students must be advised before registration and they must receive their advisor’s final approval of schedules and official degree plans.
Visit Academic Advising to learn more.
Bachelor of Arts in Education, 4-8 Generalist
This degree plan is based upon the following:
Student has completed the Texas Core Curriculum, 42 semester credit hours.
Student has completed or will complete the Foreign Language requirement, 6 semester credit hours.
Sophomore Year
RGC Semester I, Spring
–
MTH 3308
3 credit hours
–
–
BIO 3308
3 credit hours
–
–
POLS 3304
3 credit hours
–
–
ENGL 3312
3 credit hours
_
_
GGR 4301
3 credit hours
–
–
EDUC 3304
3 credit hours
_
_
Total: 18 sch
–
Junior Year
RGC Semester II, Fall
RGC Semester III, Spring
MTH 3309
3 credit hours
MTH 4320
3 credit hours
HST 3309
3 credit hours
EDUC 4307
3 credit hours
BIO 3309
3 credit hours
EDUC 4313
3 credit hours
EDUC 3308
3 credit hours
EDUC 3307, 3328, 3329, 4328, 4329 (choose 2)
6 credit hours
EDUC 4308
3 credit hours
–
–
Total: 15 sch
Total: 15 sch
Senior Year
RGC Semester IV, Fall
Semester V, Spring
EDUC 3301
3 credit hours
EDUC 3300
3 credit hours
EDUC 3303
3 credit hours
EDUC 4601
6 credit hours
EDUC 3302
3 credit hours
–
–
EDUC 4315
3 credit hours
–
–
EDUC 4314
3 credit hours
_
_
Total: 15 sch
Total: 9 sch
Total Credit Hours Required for Bachelor of Arts in Education, 4-8 Generalist: 120
All undergraduates must be advised in order to register/enroll in courses in a future term.
Academic Advisors provide students with schedule planning and degree checklists, identify academic support structures (tutoring) for at-risk students, help new students transition from other institutions, and assist students in deciding on a major. Academic Advisors also provide students with one-on-one instruction on how to use Lobo Online which is the student’s portal to academic and administrative services at Sul Ross State University.
Advisors accept student inquiries by appointment (Zoom, Teams, and Skype), over the phone, or as walk-ins. Students must be advised before registration and they must receive their advisor’s final approval of schedules and official degree plans.
Visit Academic Advising to learn more.
Bachelor of Arts in Education, 4-8 Mathematics
This degree plan is based upon the following:
Student has completed the Texas Core Curriculum, 42 semester credit hours.
Student has completed or will complete the Foreign Language requirement, 6 semester credit hours.
Sophomore Year
RGC Semester I, Spring
–
MTH 3308
3 credit hours
–
–
BIO 3308
3 credit hours
–
–
MATH 3301
3 credit hours
–
–
ENGL 3312
3 credit hours
–
–
EDUC 4308
3 credit hours
_
_
Total: 15 sch
–
Junior Year
RGC Semester II, Fall
RGC Semester III, Spring
MTH 3309
3 credit hours
EDUC 4320
3 credit hours
MTH 3302
3 credit hours
EDUC 3304
3 credit hours
BIO 3309
3 credit hours
EDUC 4307
3 credit hours
MTH 3xxx, MTH 4xxx (choose 2)
6 credit hours
EDUC 3307, 3328, 3329 (choose 2)
6 credit hours
Total: 15 sch
Total: 15 sch
Senior Year
RGC Semester IV, Fall
Semester V, Spring
EDUC 4314
3 credit hours
EDUC 4328 or 4329
3 credit hours
EDUC 3303
3 credit hours
EDUC 3300
3 credit hours
EDUC 3302
3 credit hours
EDUC 4601
6 credit hours
EDUC 3301
3 credit hours
–
–
EDUC 4315
3 credit hours
_
_
Total: 15 sch
Total: 12 sch
Total Credit Hours Required for Bachelor of Arts in Education, 4-8 Mathematics: 120