Become a Teacher: MAT Virtual Information Session (Traditional Route)

Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 5:30 PM until 6:30 PMEastern Standard Time UTC -05:00

MAT Traditional Route

Launch Your Teaching Career at Montclair

Earn a Master of Arts in Teaching and initial New Jersey teacher certification through rigorous coursework and hands-on clinical experience.

If you already hold a bachelor's degree in your desired content area and are ready to become a teacher, Montclair's MAT Traditional Route can help you turn your knowledge into classroom impact. You'll develop expertise in curriculum design, instructional strategies and classroom management while learning to create equitable, engaging environments for all students.

Choose Your Teaching Pathway

Early Childhood Education: P–3

Build the knowledge and skills to teach young children while supporting emotional intelligence, interpersonal skills and cognitive development.

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Elementary Education: K–6

Prepare to teach across core disciplines in inclusive elementary classrooms and engage learners through foundational skills and child development.

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Subject Area: P–12

Specialize in a subject area such as English, mathematics, science, social studies, world languages, art, music, health and physical education, or ESL.
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Dual Certification Option

Add Teacher of Students with Disabilities certification to your initial teaching certification while pursuing the MAT degree.
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During the Info Session

Compare the curriculum pathways and related career paths
Learn about curriculum and fieldwork experiences
Understand licensure and certification routes
Hear what to expect from graduate-level teaching study
Learn how to prepare for the graduate admissions process
Ask questions directly to MAT faculty

Review the full MAT program details and application checklist.

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