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Early and Primary Education

Visit The Center for Career Development to develop a personal career plan
Meet with your academic advisor to explore minors and concentrations
Create a resume to prepare for any career opportunity
- Here is an example!
Register with Handshake to learn about part-time and summer jobs
Become involved in extracurricular activities, such as The Student Education Club of The University of Scranton or the Association of Childhood Education International Club to enhance interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills
Participate in volunteer activities in the Jesuit tradition
Join professional networks such as National Education Association
Maintain a good GPA and seek out the resources available at the CTLE
Obtain clearances required for practical experiences
Build relationships with University professors, advisors, and advisors, and staff members to add to your existing network
Volunteer at a day care or school such as the Montessori Preschool and Kindergarten
Refer to the Career Center website for additional resources for teachers
Participate in Tapestry programs

Meet with your career counselor to update your career plan
Look up What You Can Do With An Education Degree?
Learn about volunteer, internships, summer job openings, and experiential learning opportunities
Continue to strive for a strong GPA and academic achievements
Create a LinkedIn account and connect with alumni
Upload your resume to Handshake for review and approval
Conduct informational interviews with professionals in your desired field
Participate in career-related workshops and presentations sponsored by the Center for Career Development
Attend Virtual Career Events and Fairs
Investigate and join professional associations, such as National Education Association
Practice interviewing with a mock interview or use Big Interview
Meet with Director of Field Placement to stay on track with teaching certifications, testing requirements, and required field experiences
Participate in Tapestry programs
Renew all clearances
If you are planning to attend graduate school:
- Attend Virtual Career Events and Fairs
- Explore graduate school program options

Meet with your career counselor to update your career plan
Update your professional documents such as resume, cover letter, LinkedIn profile, and Handshake profile to apply for summer jobs
Continue to network with professionals using LinkedIn and Alumni gatherings
Maintain involvement in extracurricular activities and take on a leadership role
Attend Virtual Career Events and Fairs
Participate in career-related workshops and presentations sponsored by the Center for Career Development
Practice interviewing with a mock interview or use Big Interview
Participate in Tapestry programs
Meet with Director of Field Placement to stay on track with teaching certifications, testing requirements, and required field experiences
Renew all clearances
If you are planning to attend graduate school:
- Consider applying for the accelerated program
- Attend Virtual Career Events and Fairs
- Explore graduate school program options and take the necessary entrance tests

Meet with your career counselor to update your career plan
Update your resume on Handshake to search and apply for positions
Attend Virtual Career Events and Fairs
Practice interviewing with a mock interview or use Big Interview
Participate in career-related workshops and presentations sponsored by the Center for Career Development
Participate in Tapestry programs
Meet with Director of Field Placement to stay on track with teaching certifications, testing requirements, and required field experiences
Consider one or two year volunteer service
Renew all clearances
Complete EdTPA
If you are planning to attend graduate school:
- Complete applications and prepare for interviews
Report your post-graduation plans to The Center for Career Development

The Roche Family Center for Career Development
Loyola Science Center (LSC) 235
Scranton, PA 18510
Phone: 570-941-7640
careers@scranton.edu