Mathematics Teacher Preparation Programs
Mathematical Sciences has two mathematics teacher preparation programs preparing students to teach mathematics at the secondary (grades 7-12) or middle school (grades 6-8) levels.
Graduates of our programs will be qualified for licensure to teach mathematics in Colorado. Our programs have an intentional focus on preparing graduates to implement technology and language support strategies in meaningful ways to support the development of content understanding and language use. For students interested in adding the Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CLD) Education endorsement, we have degree plans supporting the added endorsement.
Mathematics teaching is a profession that is always in demand with great job security. Teachers are in a role that allows for daily problem solving, exploration, research, and development. As a teacher, graduates will have the opportunity to make an impact in the lives of young people. Click here for more information about the teaching profession!
The teaching emphasis programs provide students with a blend of academic and teaching experiences so they develop the content and pedagogical knowledge they will need in their future classrooms. These experiences include placements in local classrooms where students build relationships with students, develop and implement lessons, and learn other skills necessary to be effective teachers.
Dr. Rob Powers (he, him) and Dr. Lindsay Reiten (she, her) are coordinators of the Mathematics Teacher Preparation Programs.
Links for 4-Year Degree Plans
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BS Mathematics: Middle School Teaching Emphasis with CLD Endorsement |
BS Mathematics: Secondary Teaching Emphasis with CLD Endorsement |
Advising Information
Mandatory large group advising sessions for ALL students in the Middle School and Secondary Mathematics Teacher Preparation Programs will occur the last week of September. You must attend one of the meetings, meet with a peer mentor, OR review the slides, watch the recorded meeting, and respond to questions BEFORE you will receive your PIN.
Slides for Fall 2024 Large Group Advising Session
Video of Fall 2024 Large Group Advising Session
Qualtrics Fall 2024 Large Group Advising Session Questions (survey)
You will need to meet with your advisor to get your PIN BEFORE registration begins in November.
Peer Mentors
One of the resources available for support at the University of Northern Colorado are the Peer Mentors. The Peer Mentors support students in these programs by holding mentoring hours where students can ask questions pertaining to the teacher preparation programs, courses in general, and/or study for the Praxis Test.
Tina Brewer (she/her)
I am a senior at UNC studying Mathematics with an emphasis in Secondary Education.
I completed my CLD practicum (for an added endorsement) in spring 2024 and am currently
in STEP 363. I will be student teaching in spring 2025. Some of my favorite pastimes
include reading and drawing. My favorite candy is a KitKat and my favorite game is
Set. Come by if you want to play!
Mentor Hours (Ross Hall 2230B)
Mondays: 3:30-4:30 pm
Wednesdays: 2:30-3:30 pm
Fridays: 2:30-3:30 pm
Dylan Warcholik (he/him)
I'm a Junior at UNC majoring in Mathematics with a concentration in Secondary Education
and a minor in Computer Science. I love to learn new things! I will begin STEP 262
in the Spring. Outside of the classroom, I like to play Ultimate Frisbee, read, and hang out with
friends. My favorite candy is Reese’s!
Mentor Hours (Ross Hall 2230 B)
Tuesdays 8:00-9:00 am
Thursdays 3:30-4:30 pm
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Praxis Preparation Resources
All Middle School and Secondary Mathematics Teaching Program students must take the Praxis by 1 March BEFORE the semester they plan to take STEP 363. You must pass the relevant Praxis test BEFORE student teaching. The Praxis test cost $130 to take and scores should be sent to UNC (code 4074). Resources are available for checkout on the bookshelf in the 2230 Ross Hallway. Click here for additional resources.
- Middle School Emphasis Students: Take test 5164 (minimum score to pass 157)
- Secondary Emphasis Students: Take test 5165 (minimum score to pass 159)
Praxis Prep Sessions (Ross Hall 2230 G)
Mondays: 2:30-3:30 pm
Wednesdays: 3:30-4:30 pm
Thursdays: 8:00-9:00 am
The School of Teacher Education has a special discount rate with 240tutoring.com that provides access to Praxis study materials like flashcards, quizzes, practices tests and more! The first three months are FREE. Click on this link to get started. Questions should be directed to Tish Thompson (Letitia.thompson@unco.edu).
