Why SOE
Get to the Head of the Class
Explore our programs and begin your educational journey with confidence.
of SOE graduates from the Class of 2023 are employed, continuing their education, or pursuing service.
Degrees and programs
Best Job Placement Rate in Special Education 2023 (Source: Intelligent.com)
Make a Difference in the World
New York City Teaching Fellow and Adolescent Special Education graduate, Erin Lefevre '21, not only works as a full-time teacher in District 75 but is also the creator of "Liam's World," a project that documents the life of her autistic younger brother Liam, in pictures. Read a New York Times article that recounts her journey.
Close School Partnerships
Our close partnerships with local Westchester and New York City schools ensure our students receive high-quality learning experiences in a place that is convenient for them.
Empowering Neurodiverse Students Through Media Arts: Corey Paul's Inspirational Journey
Step into the world of P17X High School in the Bronx, where Corey Paul ’22, ’24 empowers neurodiverse students to shine through the transformative lens of media arts.
Even More Opportunity
Our Combined Degree Program gives you the opportunity to get ahead of your peers and earn both a bachelor's degree and master's degree, plus at least two teaching certificates, in just five years.
Not only do we strive to put hands-on classroom experience at the forefront of our education programs, but we also support that with simulation classroom technology.
Today's globalized classrooms encompass many different cultures with a variety of learning styles. With our faculty-led courses, you have the opportunity to explore teaching methods across Europe and Central America.
We are a proud member of the Association for Advancing Quality in Education Preparation (AAQEP), an accreditation organization for education preparation programs. This association demonstrates our excellence in program practices and teacher readiness.
Master’s degree programs include convenient evening courses on both campuses and online. Learn more about our program options for career-changers and teachers seeking to enhance their careers.
Our faculty are nationally and internationally renowned for active engagement in progressive research. Their expertise will help guide you on your journey to becoming an educator who impacts the classroom.
Why Teach in New York?
Highest average teacher salary in the nation (Source: NEA)
Average salary for teachers in New York (Source: National Education Association)
Best States to Teach (Source: WalletHub)