Liberal Arts and Sciences: Math and Science — Adolescence Education Mathematics concentration

SUNY Adirondack's concentration in Adolescence Education Mathematics transforms students into educators. This concentration prepares graduates for further education with foundational knowledge in mathematics.

Degree
Associate in Science
Program Type
Transfer Degree
Pathway
Math and Science
Credits
64

Learning outcomes

  1. Recall key facts and theories in science and mathematics.
  2. Demonstrate the ability to work safely and effectively in a science laboratory and/or in the field.
  3. Evaluate the validity of mathematical or scientific information when abstracted from technical, scientific, and/or other sources.
  4. Employ written and verbal communication skills, including the appropriate use of technology, to demonstrate an understanding of mathematical and scientific concepts.
  5. Apply appropriate techniques to correctly solve mathematical or scientific problems.
  6. Formulate mathematical abstractions from patterns, using logical thought processes.
     

Curriculum and requirements

Students take valuable topic-specific courses to gain certification in Adolescent Education, Mathematics grades 7 to 12. 

Degree requirements and sample schedule

Future of education

SUNY Adirondack's concentration in Adolescence Education Mathematics prepares graduates for further education. We hold more than 30 seamless transfer agreements.

A student works on a math problem in class

Further education

Graduates of SUNY Adirondack's Liberal Arts: Math and Science Adolescence Education Mathematics program often transfer into bachelor's degree programs at: University at Albany | SUNY New Paltz | SUNY Plattsburgh

SUNY ADK advantage

$91k

average salary

of secondary education teachers in New York state

8%

projected increase

in the number of secondary school teachers by 2030, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics

Careers in Adolescence Education Mathematics

Our professors

Francene Cicia

  • Assistant professor of Mathematics
  • Secretary of Faculty Caucus
Associate Professor of Mathematics Jill Lloyd

Jill Lloyd

  • Associate professor of Mathematics
  • Division chair of Mathematics; co-advisor of the MECS Club
SUNY Adirondack Professor of Mathematics Carrie Menard

Carrie Menard

  • Professor of Mathematics
  • Faculty Caucus; co-advisor of MECS Club; FCCC alternate delegate; treasurer of FAACC
Professor of Mathematics Bert Rawert

Bert Rawert

  • Professor of Mathematics
  • Advisor to Chi Alpha Bible Study Club; Negotiations chair of Faculty Association
Associate Professor of Mathematics April Teer

April Teer

  • Associate professor of Mathematics
  • MAT 125 faculty liaison; MAT 097 coordinator; FAACC secretary; co-chair Student Affairs Committee