Graduate Education Programs

The master's degree in Childhood Education provides expertise in the development of elementary-grade children. We offer programs for potential students who would like to pursue a master’s degree and Initial New York State Certification or Professional NYS Certification.

 The Initial Certificate is the entry-level New York State teaching certificate issued to anyone who completes a NYS teacher preparation program, like our program, or equivalent coursework and experience. The Initial Certificate is valid for five years.

Professional Certificate is an advanced New York State certificate issued to teachers who already possess a master’s degree, have three years of teaching experience, and complete 175 hours of professional development every five years.

• Teaching Students with Disabilities - Grades 1 - 6 - Initial or Professional Certification  
• Childhood Grades 1 - 6 - Initial Certification  
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• Childhood Grades 1 - 6 & Early Childhood Grades Birth - Grade 2 - Dual Initial Certifications - M.S.  
• Childhood Grades 1 - 6 & Teaching Students with Disabilities Grades 1 - 6 - Dual Initial Certifications - M.S.  
• Childhood Grades 1 - 6 & TESOL Grades PK - 12 - Dual Initial Certifications 

The master's degree in Adolescent Education provides expertise in the development of secondary students, grades 7-12, in a specific content area. We offer programs for potential students who would like to pursue a master’s degree and Initial New York State Certification or Professional NYS Certification.

 The Initial Certificate is the entry-level New York State teaching certificate issued to anyone who completes a NYS teacher preparation program, like our program, or equivalent coursework and experience. The Initial Certificate is valid for five years.

Professional Certificate is an advanced New York State certificate issued to teachers who already possess a master’s degree, have three years of teaching experience, and complete 175 hours of professional development every five years.

• Biology
• Chemistry
• Earth Science
• English Language Arts Programs
• Mathematics Programs
• Physics Programs
• Social Studies Programs
• Spanish Programs

Childhood 1 - 6/Early Childhood Birth - Grade 2 Graduate Program

Future Teachers who participate in the Molloy University Early Childhood program gain valuable expertise in applying educational theory to daily practice.  Program participation ensures that candidates discover what it takes to facilitate a growth mindset in children, families, colleagues, and their communities. They are equipped to create and maintain learning environments that are not only developmentally appropriate but productive and proactive with regards to inclusivity and many other pertinent issues that affect today’s early childhood programs.  Practitioners leave these courses prepared to work in a variety of early childhood settings, including general, special, and/or bilingual education settings with children from birth through the 2^nd grade.

Thanks to the generosity of her family the Molloy University Early Childhood program also coordinates the annual Barbara A. McDonnell Early Childhood Conference. This annual conference brings together some of the greatest minds in the early childhood field within the United States and is the place to learn about current Evidence Based Practice. 

• Childhood Education (1-6)/Early Childhood (Birth - Grade 2) - Dual Initial Certification - M.S.

Education Technology Graduate Programs

What is Educational Technology in K-12 Education and Beyond

Educational technology has changed the way students learn in the 21st century. It has helped change how teachers differentiate instruction and allows for student-centered learning. Students are more engaged in their learning using digital-age tools and are producers of their content using tools to communicate and collaborate effectively. The role of educational technology has been immersed in all classes since the introduction of the 1:1 initiative. Effective online teaching has assisted teachers in providing learning opportunities that are engaging, meaningful, and equitable. Using advanced integration models such as Universal Design for Learning (UDL), Technology Pedagogy and Content Knowledge (TPACK), and the Substitution Augmentation Modification and Redefinition (SAMR) model, teachers are well prepared to design, develop, and improve their teaching and learning for their students.

 In alignment with the National Educational Technology Plan, the International Society in Technology Education ISTE Standards, Computer Science and Digital Fluency Standards, Professional Development Standards, and Next Generation Standards, it is essential to prepare educators for meaningful and effective educational technology integration. Master's of Science in Educational Technology provides coursework in foundations of educational technology, professional applications, and appropriately integrating those into teaching and learning, technology leadership, and program development.

 Our program provides candidates the means to be New York State Certified as an Educational Technology Specialist to both certified teachers and bachelor candidates as initial certification. For certified teachers, this master's can enhance your content area teaching. Still, it also allows you to teach digital literacy technology curriculum to K-12 students and provide professional development support to educators in integrating educational technology into everyday teaching. For initial certification, you can apply for this master's with the only requirement of a bachelor's degree in any area.

Other Professional Roles related to a Master's in Educational Technology have been:

• Teachers of Educational Technology
• Coordinators of Educational Technology and School Administrators for Educational Technology
• STEM Teachers and Coordinators
• Curriculum Designers and Developers
• Instructional Designers for Technology
• Technology Coordinators and Facilitators
• Online and Hybrid Pre-K-12 teachers

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• Education Technology Specialist Grades Pre-K to 12 - M.S.
• Education Technology Specialist Grades Pre-K to 12 - M.S. (Initial)

If you are interested in learning more about the Master of Science in Educational Technology  or our Professional Development program in Educational Technology Specialist at Molloy University, please contact Prof. Maria Esposito at mesposito@molloy.edu.

Educational Technology Specialist Certification Pathway: Additional Classroom Teaching Certificate

The Educational Technology Specialist Certification Pathway: Additional Classroom Teaching Certificate courses are designed for teachers who hold a valid New York State Teaching Certificate and wish to earn Educational Technology Specialist Certification without having to earn an additional degree. Teachers can take these courses for professional development without going for certification. Candidates for certification must meet certain Content Core requirements and must also meet any non-coursework requirements, such as the New York State Teacher Certification Examinations and fingerprint clearance, as specified. Click here for more information.

Special Education Programs

 Transitioning to Students with Disabilities All Grades in 2023-2024

New York State is offering a new certification, Students With Disabilities - All Grades.  This certification will allow the teacher holding this certification to be certified in prekindergarten through grade 12 in the area of special education.  This new certification will provide certified teachers with many exciting opportunities to work with students with disabilities at a variety of grade levels and in a variety of settings.  While NYS is phasing out the special education certifications in the developmental levels of 1-6 and 7-12 over the next few years, Molloy University can offer the SWD-All grades certification to candidates graduating in May 2024 and beyond. 

 Graduate education involves a high level of learning, self-enrichment and the achievement of personal and professional goals.

Students with Disabilities Master’s of Science

 The Students with Disabilities programs at Molloy University prepares students to engage in a dynamic career of teaching and learning with diverse populations. Our teacher certification programs lead to dual degrees preparing graduates to teach students with and without disabilities in a variety of school settings.  Our commitment to authentic teaching and learning practices in course work and field experiences thoroughly trains students with essential skills for the rigorous demands and responsibilities of teachers. In return, students who become teachers will experience a rewarding career positively impacting the lives of students.

 The Students with Disabilities Programs provide a wide array of innovative opportunities to develop knowledge, skills and dispositions to meet the needs of students with and without disabilities. Our programs include experiential components such as three phases of supervised fieldwork, authentic experiences in and out of the classroom setting, project based group work, and community outreach opportunities.  Our focus on training teachers to address their future students’ academic and social emotional functioning is paramount and achieved through coursework, practicums, workshops, research projects. 

The Students with Disabilities Programs are involved in the Mother Cabrini Health foundation Regional Grant.  The Program provides free Social Emotional Learning/English language arts enrichment programs to partnership schools.  Molloy University students can apply for scholarships to participate in this exciting program to address barriers and socioeconomic disparities.

Graduate courses are offered in a variety of modalities to accommodate all Molloy University students: hybrid, asynchronous, and evening in-person classes. In-person classes are the most immersive experience offering face-to-face interactions with professors and classmates. Hybrid courses offer flexibility with in-person or online class meetings occurring every other week. Asynchronous classes offer the most flexibility to students with demanding schedules.

(Transitioning to Students with Disabilities All Grades in 2023-2024):

 Teaching Students with Disabilities Childhood (1-6) - M.S. (For Initial or for Professional Certification for Candidates Already Possessing Initial Certification in SWD 1-6)

Childhood Education (1-6)/Teaching Students with Disabilities (1-6) - Dual Initial - M.S.  Teaching Students with Disabilities Adolescent Generalist (7-12) - M.S. (For Initial Certification or for Professional Certification for Candidates Already Possessing Initial Certification in SWD 7-12)

 Adolescent Education Biology (7-12)/Teaching Students with Disabilities (7-12) - Dual Initial Certification - M.S.

Adolescent Education Chemistry (7-12)/Teaching Students with Disabilities (7-12) - Dual Initial Certification - M.S.

 Adolescent Education Earth Science (7-12)/Teaching Students with Disabilities (7-12) - Dual Initial Certification - M.S.

Adolescent Education English (7-12)/Teaching Students with Disabilities (7-12) - Dual Initial Certification - M.S.

 Adolescent Education Mathematics (7-12)/Teaching Students with Disabilities (7-12) - Dual Initial Certification - M.S.

 Adolescent Education Physics (7-12)/Teaching Students with Disabilities (7-12) - Dual Initial Certification - M.S.

 Adolescent Education Social Studies (7-12)/Teaching Students with Disabilities (7-12) - Dual Initial Certification - M.S.

Adolescent Education Spanish (7-12)/Teaching Students with Disabilities (7-12) - Dual Initial Certification - M.S.

Transfer students are welcome into this program. Learn more about transferring to Molloy, including transfer guidelines, articulation agreements and funding opportunities.

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TESOL - Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

Molloy's approach to Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) focuses on evidence-based contemporary pedagogy and current research that informs, authentic classroom practices to support teachers working with culturally and linguistically diverse multilingual learners throughout the United States. The course work incorporates a multimodal design infused with technology to support equity and inclusion in diverse learning environments. Our faculty members are highly-skilled classroom practitioners, internationally known researchers, and best-selling authors.

At the master’s degree level, we offer a 33-credit graduate TESOL program for certified teachers. For those who are not yet certified or are considering a career change to become teachers, we offer a 39-credit program. Our programs lead to New York State teacher certification in ESOL. If you live outside New York or plan to live outside New York after graduation, NYSED has reciprocity agreements with over 45 states for the purpose of teacher certification.

Our programs are offered both in-person or fully online to accommodate those looking for a more flexible schedule.  Our online courses are asynchronous. If you are looking for a more traditional option, we also offer a hybrid model, which incorporates both synchronous and asynchronous online and classroom instruction on campus.

TESOL Programs: 

• Childhood Education (1-6)/TESOL (PK-12) - Dual Initial Certification - M.S. 

• Adolescent Education Biology (7-12)/TESOL(PK-12) - Dual Initial Certification - M.S. 

• Adolescent Education Chemistry (7-12)/TESOL(PK-12) - Dual Initial Certification - M.S. 

• Adolescent Education Earth Science (7-12)/TESOL(PK-12) - Dual Initial Certification - M.S. 

• Adolescent Education English (7-12)/TESOL(PK-12) - Dual Initial Certification - M.S. 

• Adolescent Education Mathematics (7-12)/TESOL(PK-12) - Dual Initial Certification - M.S. 

• Adolescent Education Physics (7-12)/TESOL(PK-12) - Dual Initial Certification - M.S. 

• Adolescent Education Social Studies (7-12)/TESOL(PK-12) - Dual Initial Certification - M.S. 

• Adolescent Education Spanish (7-12)/TESOL(PK-12) - Dual Initial Certification - M.S. 

• TESOL (PK-12) – Initial Certification – M.S.

• TESOL (PK-12) - Initial/Professional Certification - M.S. (For ccandidates in possession of an Initial Childhood or Adolescent Education certification in a content area)