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Course De scriptions

Introduction to Early Childhood Education

Grades 9-12, 1 Credit

Students focus on careers related to the early childhood field through hands-on exploration, projects, and
cooperative learning experiences, including an overview of principles of child growth and development;
appreciation of diversity; engaging learning experiences for children; principles of appropriate and effective
guidance; healthy and safe environments; and development of self-concepts and building self-efficacy.

Introduction to Teachers for Tomorrow

Grade 9-12, 1 Credit

This exploratory course fosters student interest in, understanding of, and appreciation for the teaching
profession and introduces students to careers in education. Students will develop self-awareness, collaborate
with peers, build positive learning environments, and discover learner differences. The curriculum is designed to
help students set attainable professional goals in the education and training career cluster. This course
introduces students to the high school Virginia Teachers for Tomorrow (VTfT) program. Contextual instruction and
student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop
leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential
learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and
performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.

Teachers for Tomorrow I

Grade 11-12, 1 Credit
Students must apply for this course; application does not guarantee acceptance.

Virginia Teachers for Tomorrow (VTfT) fosters student interest, understanding, and appreciation of the teaching
profession and allows secondary students to explore careers in education. Students build a foundation for
teaching; learn the history, structure and governance of teaching; apply professional teaching techniques in the
VTfT classroom; and reflect on their teaching experiences. Additional educational leadership opportunities are
offered through the student organization, Educators Rising. Dual Enrollment – 3 Credits Shenandoah University

Teachers for Tomorrow II

Grade 11-12, 1 Credit Prerequisite: Virginia Teachers for Tomorrow I

Students continue to explore careers in the Education and Training Cluster and pathways. This course provides the
opportunity for students to prepare for careers in education as they research postsecondary options, learn about
the process of teacher certification in Virginia, and participate in a practicum experience Dual Enrollment – 3
Credits Shenandoah University

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