K-12 Mathematics Specialist

Endorsements

The College of Education offers courses leading to endorsements in Early Childhood/Special Education, Middle School, Pre-Kindergarten, Special Education, Math Specialist, and Science Specialist. Check with graduate studies coordinators for specific course requirements. Endorsements are not recorded on the students’ transcript. Students must apply to the South Dakota Department of Education in Pierre to add a certificate endorsement.

Requirements are as follows:

1. A valid South Dakota elementary or secondary teaching certificate.
2. Advanced certification (possess a master’s degree and/or National Board Professional Teaching Standards [NBPTS] certification).
3. Three years of experience teaching mathematics in a K-12 setting.
   Note: this program provides preparation as a leader in the area of K-12 mathematics but does not change the level at which someone is certified to teach.