Lead Teacher Workforce Development
Doctor of Education in Teacher Education
Launching Fall 2026: Earn Your Doctor of Education in Teacher Education at the University of South Alabama
Advance teacher workforce development with a Doctor of Education in Teacher Education in the College of Education and Professional Studies at the University of South Alabama. Designed for current and aspiring instructional coaches and educators across the state and Gulf Coast region, this 60-credit-hour doctoral program blends applied leadership, research and practice through video, online and limited face-to-face instruction—without stepping away from full-time professional responsibilities.
Lead. Coach. Transform.
Build Expertise in Teacher Development
- Coach and support educators across elementary and secondary settings
- Develop leadership skills through focused concentrations
Advance Workforce Practice
- Implement evidence-based solutions in teacher development
Learn Alongside Educational Leaders
- Join a cohort of K–12 teachers, instructional coaches and district leaders
- Collaborate with peers focused on strengthening the teacher workforce
Program Highlights
- Complete 60 credit hours through video-based and online instruction
- Engage in limited on-campus experiential learning sessions
- Apply evidence-based instructional coaching and workforce development practices
- Develop research and evaluation skills to address real challenges in education
- Complete three focused internships
- Address education challenges through an applied project
Choose Your Path
- Elementary Literacy: Become a specialist in literacy coaching and diagnostic decision-making.
- Elementary Numeracy: Master mathematics coaching and instructional supervision.
- Secondary Teacher Education: Lead the development and coaching of educators in middle and high schools, including special educators.
Admissions Information
Designed for experienced educators who demonstrate the commitment and leadership potential necessary to transform the future of education.
- Prior Degrees: A master’s degree in a P-12 education field (e.g., early childhood, elementary, secondary, or special education) and a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
- Professional Certification: Applicants must hold an “A” professional teaching certificate (Alabama or equivalent U.S. state body).
- Experience: A minimum of two years of teaching experience in K-12 schools.
- Statement of Purpose: An outline of your professional goals and how this program supports them.
- Letters of Recommendation: Three professional references.
- Interview & Writing Sample: A synchronous interview (video or in-person) including a proctored writing sample during the interview.