Dance Education Certification Pre-K Through 12

“We offer a conservatory dance education in a liberal arts university, and our students are uniquely prepared for a range of opportunities following graduation. Our approach to training builds versatility and encourages students to refine their individual performance styles.”

"I am passionate about teaching and learning. I look forward to teaching each and every course and getting to know my students."

"The most important message I would tell my students is to work hard, never give up and believe in yourself. If you can do that, you will be successful."

"The faculty in the School of Education are consistently devoted to our own learning and development in the field of education. We are passionate and excited to work with our students to help them become prepared individuals for the workforce."

"Keep dreaming big and setting new goals for yourself every day. Never doubt yourself or your abilities. Always be present, focused and work hard. Let your passion lead you and guide you."

"I give my students opportunities to be in classrooms through observations and field experiences. They create lesson and unit plans and have opportunities to interact with other students and professionals through discussions."

"Students that take my class should come into the space with an open mind. They should be prepared to explore, move and create. I love moving with the dancers in my class."

"Flexibility in all areas of teaching and learning is so important. I had a plan and I always wanted to stick to it, but I have learned over the course of my career that being flexible often produces the best learning opportunities and outcomes."

"Point Park truly changed my life and that’s why I’m one of their biggest advocates. I was taught technique not just properly, but explained why it was to be a certain way. They also introduced us to guest artists and contacts to have after graduation."

"If a student wants to gain real-world experience in urban education and first-hand knowledge from professors who have dedicated their lives to education and preparing future teachers, Point Park's School of Education is where they want to be."

"To be a dance major at Point Park means that you will work harder than you ever have before, but you will also be rewarded with incredible memories and friends that will be so unique to your experience. The dance program pushes your limits and sets you up for a successful career."

"All of Point Park's School of Education professors – and I mean all of them – will help you map out the way. They are so knowledgeable and know so many different people in the field to help you make connections. The School of Education is its own family."

"I am so lucky to have had the foundation of Point Park's dance training. It has allowed me to thrive in so many areas of the arts industry as a performer from state to screen — and now on the other side of the table."

"The opportunities for learning outside of a traditional, lecture-based, brick-and-mortar setting were incredibly valuable. Field observations, class trips and meeting with teachers and principals were additional elements that made the content connect with the real world."