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.

Give to the School

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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COE Connections Episode 13: Kathleen Schenkel

STE assistant professor discusses her work to ensure students see themselves and their communities reflected in science instruction.

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The Outstanding Graduates of COE’s Class of 2025

The College of Education honors 10 students who exemplify what it means to make a difference.

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Randy Philipp's new beginning

Retiring STE professor says goodbye to SDSU after 35 years in math education — and hello to a career in counseling.

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