School of Teacher Education

 

The School of Teacher Education (STE) offers undergraduate, credential, master’s and doctoral degree programs designed to educate elementary and secondary teachers who promote, support, and implement an inquiry-oriented approach to teaching and learning for student success.

Announcements

2027 Admissions

2027 applications open August 1, 2026. Deadlines differ by program. Please see individual academic program information for details.

Part-Time Faculty Pool Application

The School of Teacher Education at San Diego State University is accepting applications for their part-time lecturer pool to teach a variety of liberal study and credential courses and supervising credential students.


Learning From and With Children

Embedding Methods Courses in CVESD Classrooms

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An innovative approach to teacher preparation at SDSU places candidates in CVESD classrooms, where they apply theory in real time, gain hands-on experience, and create meaningful learning moments alongside elementary students.

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Donor support fuels innovation and excellence at SDSU, transforming lives through scholarships, cutting-edge research, and state-of-the-art facilities. It fosters a vibrant community, empowering students to pursue their dreams and faculty to push boundaries, creating a lasting legacy of positive impact.

Give to one of our department's top priorities:

  • College of Education Dean’s Excellence Fund
  • School of Teacher Education’s Excellence Fund
  • Sponsor a Future Teacher Fund

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Contact Us

Dr. Lynne Bercaw
Dr. Lynne Bercaw, Director, School of Teacher Education
Department Email: [email protected]
Phone: 619-594-6131
Location: Lamden Hall, Room 255 (LH-255)
Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
 

STE News

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In community: COE faculty named AAHHE Faculty Fellows

Mónica Baldonado-Ruiz and Melina Melgarejo selected for nationwide program to advance the career trajectories of Latiné faculty.

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Teaching Possibilities program bridges a critical gap for aspiring educators

SDSU undergraduate students take part in a five-day workshop on the realities and complexities of being a teacher.

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Schenkel recognized as promising education scholar by alma mater

Science education expert earns the 2025 Michael Pressley Award from Notre Dame’s Alliance for Catholic Education.

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