The Educators for Liberation, Justice, and Joy (ELJJ) teacher education programs at Mills College at Northeastern University provide accessible and solid options for teacher candidates. All Multiple and Single Subject Preliminary Credential program options are included in Multiple Subject and Single Subject Master of Arts programs, respectively. These programs are founded on a mission to critically examine the roles of educators within varied sociopolitical and cultural contexts. They emphasize culturally sustaining, anti-racist, and universally-designed practices. The core goal is to develop a community of transformative teacher leaders committed to critical reflection and practice to challenge the dominant ideologies and to advance educational equity. The Preliminary Multiple and Single Subject Education programs are designed to prepare educators to teach effectively in kindergarten through grade 12 classrooms. The Preliminary Single Subject Credential Program caters to those aspiring to teach subjects such as art, English, social sciences, world languages, science, and mathematics. The curriculum is built upon praxis, integrating theory with practice. This includes a cognitive apprenticeship model that combines coaching and inquiry in real classroom settings. The programs incorporate culturally relevant pedagogy, humanizing education, and academic rigor, all tailored to equip teacher candidates for diverse teaching roles in California's varied cultural, linguistic, and social landscapes. Offering both traditional and internship pathways, these programs provide flexible professional learning options. They require a summer session dedicated to preparing candidates for full-time teaching responsibilities, with a strong focus on classroom inquiry, reflection, and collaboration. Graduates are well-prepared for roles in diverse California classrooms, embodying the programs' commitment to anti-racist, gender-inclusive, and culturally responsive teaching principles.
