Teachers for Tomorrow

Unleash the teaching talent in your students

An introductory course designed to increase students’ interest in the teaching profession
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A partnership between the Division of Teacher Education at Bob Jones University and Christian Schools

Why Teachers for Tomorrow?

Are you trying to help your students take the right steps to achieve their career goals? Do you have students who are interested in the teaching profession? This introductory course represents the foundational course in the program of study for teacher preparation and is designed to increase students’ exposure to teaching. 

Benefits for schools
  • Demonstrate the value of the teaching profession
  • Recruit students to the teaching profession
  • Create an interactive and valuable learning experience
  • No cost for schools to participate
BENEFITS FOR STUDENTS
  • Learn about teacher characteristics, classroom organization, teacher/student relationships
  • Understand curriculum design
  • Develop instruction skills
  • Participate in field experiences that involve observing and assisting professional K-12 teachers
  • Earn dual credit
  • No cost for students to participate
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Are you interested in implementing Teachers for Tomorrow in your school? Get more information about the program below.

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What Students Will Learn

Each week, students are introduced to a new topic in the field of education. Students will participate in discussions and will complete weekly assignments. The weekly topics and semester schedule are listed below.

We start with Introductory Lessons for both the Mentor Teachers & Students.

First Semester
Week
Topic
  1. Introduction Week
  2. Why Be a Teacher?
  3. History of Education in the US
  4. Biblical Worldview of Education
  5. What is Curriculum?
  6. Student Similarities & Differences
  7. Classroom Management
  8. Molder of Dreams
Second Semester
Week
Topic
  1. Jesus, the Master Teacher
  2. Standards & Objectives
  3. Designing Assessments
  4. Preparing Instruction
  5. Delivering Instruction
  6. Educational Technology
  7. Education in a Community
  8. Now What?

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Questions & Answers

Below are some of the most frequently asked questions about Teachers for Tomorrow.

What is the Teachers for Tomorrow program?

The Teachers for Tomorrow program is a partnership between the Division of Teacher Education at Bob Jones University and Christian Schools. The purpose of the program is to encourage junior and senior high school students to learn more about the teaching profession and to encourage them to prayerfully consider a future career in the classroom.

How many Christian Schools have used this program?

The Teachers for Tomorrow program has been implemented by over 60 Christian schools across the country and around the world.

Who are the key people in the Teachers for Tomorrow program?

University Coordinator – this is the person who will manage the Teachers for Tomorrow program at Bob Jones University. This person will coordinate the curriculum each week using the University’s learning management system. This person will also be responsible for grading all student submissions and calculating student grades for the program.

Christian School Mentor Teacher – this is the person who will be coordinating the Teachers for Tomorrow program at the Christian School and be the liaison with the University coordinator. They will meet with students each week to answer any questions and to make sure everyone is keeping current with their assignments. The Mentor Teacher will make all field experience assignments for students at their Christian school.

Christian School Classroom Teacher – these are teachers in your Christian school who are willing to host a Teachers for Tomorrow student in their classroom to gain “hands-on” experience.

Christian School Student – these are students who already have a passion for education and teaching. They may also be interested in learning more about the teaching profession.

How does the program work?

The Teachers for Tomorrow program has two components: an online curriculum provided by the Division of Teacher Education at Bob Jones University and field experience provided by the student’s Christian school. Over the course of a school year, the student will complete 28 weeks of study as well as spend a minimum of two class periods a week with an assigned classroom teacher at his/her Christian school.

What does a typical week of work look like in the Teachers for Tomorrow program?

During each two-week module the student will be introduced to a new topic in the field of education through highly engaging lessons and practical activities. These lessons include interviews with experts and thought-provoking learning checks. Students will demonstrate their understanding via rewarding, small-group discussions, hands-on projects, and a weekly reflection form about what they have learned in both the online lessons and from their mentor teacher.

Will students receive high school credit for being a part of the Teachers for Tomorrow program?

Each Christian school will determine the amount of elective high school credit that will be awarded for participation in the Teachers for Tomorrow program.

How can a student receive optional college credit for being enrolled in the Teachers for Tomorrow program?

Students involved in the Teachers for Tomorrow may register for optional dual credit. Registration materials will be provided during the second semester of the program. Students who successfully complete the Teachers for Tomorrow program are eligible to receive credit for Ed 100 Introduction to Education from Bob Jones University. A $50 processing fee will apply.

Who will be presenting the content in the Teachers for Tomorrow curriculum?

Two faculty hosts from the Division of Teacher Education will guide students through interviews with leaders in the field of Christian Education—Christian School educators, authors, professors and more.

What are the weekly topics that will be covered in the Teachers for Tomorrow curriculum?

During each module, students will engage with a different topic in the field of education. A complete list of the topics is included here.

How does the field experience component of the Teachers for Tomorrow program work?

Each student will be assigned to a classroom teacher at his/her Christian school as a teacher’s aide. The student should plan to work with his/her teacher’s aide for a minimum of two class periods each week of the program. The student may request to have multiple assignments throughout the school year in order to get experience with different grade levels and subject areas. The field experience at the individual Christian school will be assigned by the Teacher for Tomorrow’s program Mentor Teacher.

How can a Christian school sign up for the Teachers for Tomorrow program?

Christian school administrators who are interested in being involved in the Teachers for Tomorrow program should complete the request for more information at the bottom of this page.

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If you are interested in participating in the Teachers for Tomorrow program at your school next fall, please submit the following form:

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