{"id":1967,"date":"2025-09-17T16:19:09","date_gmt":"2025-09-17T21:19:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/?p=1967"},"modified":"2026-04-13T13:23:26","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T18:23:26","slug":"assistant-teachers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/uncategorized\/assistant-teachers\/","title":{"rendered":"Assistant Teachers"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/08\/CHEER-or-PD-Events-4-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Two assistant teacher in Columbus, MS\" class=\"wp-image-441\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/08\/CHEER-or-PD-Events-4-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/08\/CHEER-or-PD-Events-4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/08\/CHEER-or-PD-Events-4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/08\/CHEER-or-PD-Events-4-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/27\/2023\/08\/CHEER-or-PD-Events-4.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:36px\"><strong>Pathways for Assistant Teachers and Paraprofessionals<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">At the School of Education, we are committed to helping Assistant Teachers and Paraprofessionals take the next step in their careers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Whether you are an experienced Assistant Teacher ready to advance or a student seeking a flexible pathway into the classroom, we offer options designed to meet you where you are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:26px\">Choose Your Pathway<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:20px\"><em>If You Already Have a Bachelor\u2019s Degree<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Apply to our Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in Elementary or Secondary Education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Earn your Mississippi teaching license while completing online coursework and a full Internship during your first year as a full-time teacher<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size has-text-align-center has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/master-of-arts-in-teaching-mat-elementary-education\/\" style=\"color:#174074\"><strong>MAT in Elementary Education<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size has-text-align-center has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/mat\/\" style=\"color:#174074\"><strong>MAT in Secondary<\/strong> <strong>Education<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><em>If You Do Not Yet Have a Bachelor\u2019s Degree<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Enroll in an undergraduate licensure program in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Earn your degree and teaching license while working as an Assistant Teacher<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-499968f5 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size has-text-align-center has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/early-childhood-education\/\" style=\"color:#174074\"><strong>Early Childhood Education<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size has-text-align-center has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/elementary-education\/\" style=\"color:#174074\"><strong>Elementary<\/strong> <strong>Education<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Being an Assistant Teacher is one of the most effective ways to gain real classroom experience while completing your degree. Many of our students follow this path\u2014working in schools while completing coursework online and applying what they learn in their own classrooms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:26px\">Why Choose the School of Education?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Structured Pathways:<\/strong> Clear steps from Assistant Teacher to Licensed Teacher<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Expert Guidance:<\/strong> Personalized support from experienced faculty and advisors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Flexible Coursework:<\/strong> Online classes designed to fit your schedule<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Job-Embedded Practicum:<\/strong> Complete field and practicum hours in your own classroom<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Career Advancement:<\/strong> Prepare for licensure and long-term success in education<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:26px\"><strong>Your Classroom Becomes Your Training Ground<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Assistant Teachers can immediately apply what they are learning to their daily work. This model supports licensure while strengthening classroom outcomes for students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:26px\">The W Difference<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">The W offers one of the most affordable teacher preparation programs in Mississippi. Our graduates are homegrown educators\u2014serving rural schools and high-need communities across the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">With small class sizes, flexible online options, and strong relationships with faculty, you will receive the support you need to succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Mississippi needs teachers\u2014and The W is here to help you answer that call.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"font-size:26px\">Connect With Us<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Ready to take the next step?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-pale-cyan-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size has-text-align-center has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"mailto:education@muw.edu?subject=Assistant%20Teacher%20Pathway%20Inquiry\" style=\"color:#174074\"><strong>Connect With Us<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-medium-font-size\"><strong>education@muw.edu<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pathways for Assistant Teachers and Paraprofessionals At the School of Education, we are committed to helping Assistant Teachers and Paraprofessionals take the next step in their careers. 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