DEGREE
Master of Arts in Teaching
Master of Professional Studies
PROGRAM ADMINISTRATORS
Patricia Vardin, Director/Professor
1 (914) 798-2714
patricia.vardin@mville.edu
The STEAM Institute for Early Childhood Education offers ongoing professional development for early childhood educators and school leaders in science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics.
Early Childhood STEAM workshops in 2019 will be held on Manhattanville College's Purchase, NY campus from 9:30am-12pm on Saturdays March 2, April 6, and May 4, 2019.
View flyer with full workshop information here.
Pre-register here. Walk-ins also accepted.
March 2, 2019 Workshop with Dr. Victoria Fantozzi
Stop Clicking, Start Creating: Using Technologies in Developmentally Appropriate Ways
April 6, 2019 Workshop with Dr. Kenneth Bechis and Dr. Patricia Vardin
Exploring Space: The New Frontier
May 4, 2019 Workshop with Dr. Rhonda Clements and Dr. Sharon Schneider
Let's Move: Integrating STEAM through Dynamic Movement Activities
Teachers, students, administrators, parents, and the general public are welcome to attend all activities and events. The fee for each individual workshop is $30 and the workshop series is available for a discount rate of $75. Fees for attendees desiring professional development/CTLE hours are $45 per session and $100 for the three-session series.
Pre-register here. Walk-ins also accepted.
To be added to our mailing list or for further information, contact Dr. Patricia Vardin, Director of the STEAM Institute, at Patricia.Vardin@mville.edu or at (914)798-2714
The Early Childhood Education Department programs prepare students to work as caring, socially responsible and reflective teachers of children from birth through grade 2. Our early childhood programs strive to ensure that all students will:
- Possess a comprehensive knowledge of child development in order to create inclusive, developmentally appropriate environments, curriculum and activities.
- Create and use observing, documenting and assessing techniques in early childhood settings.
- Demonstrate knowledge of best teaching practices and strategies in all curriculum areas including literacy, math, science, social studies and the arts.
The Department has a network of schools and programs for students to do field experiences and student teaching in lower and upper Westchester, Connecticut and New York City. The Early Childhood Education program is a nationally recognized program of excellence and approved by the New York State Department of Education. The department co-hosts professional conferences in Early Childhood Education, has an active alumni association and provides supportive career development.
MAT – Early Childhood (Birth - Grade 2) – 36 credits
MAT – Early Childhood (Birth-Grade 2) and Childhood (Grades 1-6) – 49 credits
MPS – Special Education Early Childhood (Birth-Grade 2) – 38 credits
MPS – Special Education Early Childhood and Childhood (Birth - Grade 6) – 41 credits
CERT – Special Education: Early Childhood (Birth-Grade 2) – 29 credits
CERT – Special Education: Early Childhood (Birth - Grade 2) and Childhood (Grades 1-6) – 29 credits
The above information provided serves as a guide, which will be updated periodically.
Current information about degree program requirements can be found in the official College Catalogs.