Compassion and integrity are the hallmarks of LeTourneau teacher education graduates, who continue to be constantly sought after by school systems across the State of Texas and beyond. We offer an innovative teacher education program designed to prepare Christ-like educators to teach wherever they are called. And you don't have to wait until you graduate to start making an impact in the classroom. As an LETU teacher education students, you'll begin active work in the classroom by your second semester and complete 100+ field hours prior to student teaching. In our program, 'personal' is paramount. Faculty are leaders in their fields, as well as your mentors. And, you can customize your teaching degree with ESL and special education certifications or a reading minor—without adding more time to complete your degree.
Awards And Accomplishments
LeTourneau University prides itself in graduating teachers not only ready for the classroom but also excelling by state standards. Here are some of the accomplishments our student teachers have achieved and the recognition received for their hard work and love for students.
STUDENT TEACHER/INTERN AWARDS
- Nicole Mosley - 2018 CSOTTE Student Teacher of the Year
- Courtney Matulis - 2017 CSOTTE Student Teacher of the Year
- Carly Robinson - 2014 Texas Student Teacher of the Year
- Christian Driver - 2013 Texas Student Teacher of the Year
- Matthew Bradley - 2011 Texas Student Teacher of the Year
- Nikita Murphey - 2010 TEA Intern of the Year
- Laurie Taylor - 2006 TEA Intern of the Year
- Breanna Sellers-Hurd - 2001 TDFE Student Teacher of the Year
Rookie Teacher Of The Year
- Stephanie "Bush" Majors - 2010-2011, Eickenroht Elementary - Spring ISD
- Mat McLauchlin - 2010-2011, Poteet High School - Mesquite ISD
PASS RATE FOR STATE CERTIFICATION EXAMS
Part of finishing Teacher Education is being sure to pass the state qualifying certification exams. Our student teachers and interns have been able to pass these certifications with flying colors, which in turn provide jobs in the classroom.
- 2019-2020 - 90% PPR Exams, 94% Non-PPR Exams
- 2018-2019 - 94% PPR Exams, 87% Non-PPR Exams
- 2017-2018 - 94% PPR Exams, 88% Non-PPR Exams
- 2016-2017 - 98%
- 2015-2016 - 95%
- 2014-2015 - 94%
- 2013-2014 - 97%
- 2012-2013 - 97%
- 2011-2012 - 96%
- 2010-2011 - 96%
- 2009-2010 - 96%