Paraprofessional Education – Teacher Aide (AAS.PRPRO)

Paraprofessional Education – Teacher Aide (AAS.PRPRO)

Associate in Applied Science Degree

This program is designed to provide students with the knowledge base and practical skills necessary for assisting teachers in a public school setting. This degree is suited for individuals who desire a career working with children in an educational learning environment. In response to the No Child Left Behind Act, this degree in Paraprofessional Education meets the recommended curriculum outlined by the Illinois State Board of Education.

First Year

1st Semester		Semester Hours
ENG 120	Composition I	3
EDU 100	Introduction to Education	3
LIT 150†	Children's Literature	3
EDU 103	Teaching & Learning with Technology	3
MAT 118†	Math for Elementary Teachers	3
ECE 110†	Child Behavior & Management	3
	Total	18



2nd Semester		Semester Hours
EDU 104	Principles of Reading Instruction or
EDU 105	Teaching Language Arts	3
ECE 095††	Creative Activities/Young Children	4
PSY 274	Child Development	3
SPE 111	Introduction to Speech Communication	3
EDU 190	Intro to Special Education	3
MAT 218††	Math for Elementary Teachers II	3
	Total	19



Second Year

1st Semester		Semester Hours
BIO 100	Biological Science	4
ENG 121	Composition II	3
ECE 102†	Health/Safety/Nutrition Young Child	3
PSY 271	Introduction to Psychology	3
ECE 083†	Instructional Methods	3
	Total	16



2nd Semester		Semester Hours
HUM 150	Humanities through the Arts	3
EDU 210	Diversity / Schools and Societies	3
EDU 200	Educational Psychology	3
ECE 120††	Field Experience Seminar	1
ECE 125††	Field Experience	3
	Total	13


† Course only offered fall semester.
†† Course only offered spring semester.
ECE 120 and 125 must be taken the same semester.


Students who choose to continue their education should consult with their academic advisor. Note: These are courses needed to fulfill the requirements of the Lake Land College Paraprofessional Education Associate Degree in Applied Science Degree and Paraprofessional Education Certificate which meet the recommended criteria of the Illinois State Board of Education. Students enrolled in Paraprofessional Education should contact their Regional Superintendent of Schools office to determine specific educational requirements for Paraprofessional “teacher aide” positions within their district.

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Technology
Math & Science
Social Science and Education

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Lake Land College
5001 Lake Land Blvd.
Mattoon, IL 61938
(217) 234-5253