Soar above by making a difference

One of the biggest benefits of being a teacher is the ability to make a difference. Students with disabilities are unique individuals with a variety of needs. As a special education teacher, you will be challenged to discover specific interventions to fulfill the needs of your students.

Using evidence and research-based practices, UT Martin’s concentration in Initial Licensure K-8 (Special Education Interventionist) will equip you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to identify students with disabilities and design instruction to meet their individual learning needs. This concentration will prepare you to obtain your teaching license in the state of Tennessee.

Program Highlights

Career Opportunities

Job Coaching
Policy Development
Special Education Licensed Teacher
Teacher Training

Application Requirements

GPA requirement

Cum GPA—a 2.50 cumulative GPA on all work attempted prior to completion of the baccalaureate degree, or
SrYr GPA—a 3.00 GPA on the last 30 semester hours attempted in the baccalaureate degree (all work will be computed for the number of semesters necessary to total the last 30 semester hours), or
a 3.00 GPA on the SrYr plus any post-baccalaureate upper-division and/or graduate courses. (Any courses included in the SrYr calculation may be repeated to raise the GPA to 3.00).

$40 Application Fee *

* Only required for first-time applicants.

A SMALL-TOWN UNIVERSITY for
PEOPLE with BIG DREAMS.

Because we’re part of the University of Tennessee System, UT Martin allows you to take advantage of one of the lowest costs of attendance in the state. And with small class sizes and low student-to-teacher ratios, you won’t just be another face in the crowd—you’ll be a valued member of the Skyhawk community.

the PERFECT PLACE to SPREAD YOUR WINGS

The University of Tennessee at Martin is a vibrant learning community that combines big-school opportunities with a friendly, small-town feel. Take advantage of top-quality academics that will give you the support you need to soar.

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Department of Educational Studies

CONTACT:

Dr. Clinton Smith, Chair

P: (731) 881-7210

E: csmit279@utm.edu

LOCATION:

240 Gooch Hall

The University of Tennessee at Martin

Martin, TN 38238

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MSED: Teaching: Initial Licensure K-8 Spe Ed Interventionist