Towson University has been a leader in teacher preparation for 150 years. The Department of Secondary and Middle School Education programs are the oldest and largest in Maryland. Our programs have a stellar reputation for the quality of our graduates. We are dedicated to helping you:
“ A teacher can make a huge difference in a student's life by developing positive relationships with them and by instilling knowledge in order to prepare students for higher education and career paths. ”
Careers in secondary and middle school education offer a variety of rewarding positions in the field. In addition to classroom teaching, graduates broaden their career choices by taking positions as principals and assistant principals, department chairpersons, team leaders, guidance counselors, reading specialists, subject area supervisors and curriculum specialists, as well as a wide variety of central office administrative and service positions. Learn more about careers in education from Towson’s Career Center.