If your degree focus is in one of the S.T.E.M. fields—science, computer science or mathematics—AUM provides an automatic scholarship to minor in Education and earn an Alabama teaching certificate. This unique program is called “AUMTeach.”
Degrees and Certificates
AUMTeach Minor
College of Sciences | College of Education
Minor in Education - STEM
Graduates in STEM fields are a high priority for all employers but with a teaching certificate, you’ll have:
The AUMTeach minor consists of eight classes. You’ll receive a $750 scholarship (on top of your existing AUM scholarship opportunities) to pay for the first two classes, which lets you kick off your future with less debt and more career flexibility.
Due to the fact that demand for teachers of S.T.E.M. subjects is high in Alabama, you can earn up to an additional $20,000 a year compared to those who teach other subject matter.
By minoring in Education through the AUMTeach program, you’ll have an opportunity to serve others, earn more money, owe less debt, and get a leg-up to attending a graduate or professional school, should you pursue that option.
Education Minor
Program Overview
You’ll take eight of the following courses (some specially designed for AUMTeach), depending on your major:
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Molly Trammell 334-746-0775 or [email protected]Samantha Hood
Assistant Professor, AUMTeach Co-Director
Samantha Hood
Assistant Professor, AUMTeach Co-Director | College of Education
Dr. Samantha Junkin Hood is currently an Assistant Professor of Secondary Education and Co-Director of AUMTeach. She began her educational career as a Title I Mathematics Teacher, then transitioned to the district role of Professional Development and Leadership Specialist, where she collaborated with struggling high schools. She later became a 6-12 Mathematics Curriculum Specialist.
Faculty’s Expertise: Math Education, Secondary Education, Instructional Strategies, Story, and Teacher Leaders
Charity Patricola
Master Teacher/Clinical Assistant Professor
Charity Patricola
Master Teacher/Clinical Assistant Professor | College of Education
Charity Patricola is the Clinical Assistant Professor and Master Teacher for AUMTeach in the College of Education. She teach courses and supervise field experiences that prepare undergraduate STEM majors for a minor in STEM education. Her experience includes 17 years of teaching secondary science courses and facilitating after-school science programs within public, K-12 school systems.
Faculty’s Expertise: STEM Teaching, Science Teaching, Secondary Education
