Kindergarten and Elementary Education (Jewish Studies)

Do you have a passion for teaching and mentorship? Do you like working with children? If so, you may be the perfect fit for the B.Ed in Kindergarten and Elementary Education (Jewish Studies). The Jewish Studies option is offered within the Bachelor of Education in Kindergarten and Elementary Education and is addressed to students who wish to teach Jewish studies as well as general studies.

Students are encouraged to acquire a strong background in Bible, Jewish prayer, Jewish holidays, and Jewish history prior to registering in this option. Students who are unable to teach in Hebrew should consider spending a semester at an Israeli university or seek other avenues to improve their language skills.

• Canadian citizenship or Canadian permanent residency
• 23 years of age or older by the start of classes (21 years of age for the Faculties of Management and Music)
• No high school, college or university level studies within the last five years that would constitute a basis for admission
• Two letters of reference
• Mature Student Statements:
  • Letter of Intent, including description of all educational experiences
  • Complete resume of employment and other activities, highlighting points relevant to the application
• In some cases, an interview may be required
• Demonstrate academic potential by successfully completing a minimum number of specific courses (see 'Minimum grades & prerequisites' below) within the three-year period prior to admission and no later than May 15th of the year of application for the intended program (May 1 for some programs). These courses, which may be completed at CEGEP or university, will also fulfill prerequisites for the intended program. 

An undergraduate degree in Kindergarten/Elementary Education with a specialization in Jewish Studies can lead you to a wide range of career options. Students who successfully complete this degree are qualified to teach in English elementary school programs and school contexts where Jewish heritage and culture are part of the daily curriculum. 

You could become a professional:

• Teacher, Elementary School
• Jewish History and Culture Instructor
• Educational Technology Developer
• Curriculum Specialist
• Education Policy Researcher

1. Know your deadlines.

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2. Decide what to study.

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3. Make sure you're eligible.

   Admission to most programs is based on grades only. In this step, you'll find:
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4. Get ready to apply.

   As of October 1, you can apply. Complete each step of the pre-application to-do list, including:

   • Understand the deadlines that apply to you
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5. Submit your application.

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6. Apply for an entrance scholarship.

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