The Murphy Institute’s LEAP to Teacher program (LTT) at Queens College provides a wide range of free support services to help our participants succeed academically and to accomplish their career objectives. The LEAP to Teacher program was started in conjunction with the Department of Education, the United Federation of Teachers and the City University of New York. Keep in mind, however, that you do not have to be pursuing a teaching career to participate in this program. A career change is another option to consider as you plan to pursue a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree; we can serve as your support system to accomplish your goals.
Contact
qc.wked.murphyinstitute@qc.cuny.edu
718-997-3060
64-19 Kissena Blvd.
Kissena Hall 1 Room 217
Prospective Students
- To learn more about the LTT program and its services, attend one of our monthly LTT open house sessions.
- Fill out the inquiry form, and our program specialists will contact you to set up a zoom or in-person meeting to answer your questions.
Academic Programs
Whether you are looking for initial or professional certification in teaching, or want to become a school counselor, school psychologist or school leader, Queens College is a great choice. Queens College was named one of top 20 best value colleges for teaching degrees and most affordable overall. A leader in preparing future educators, Queens College graduates the most teachers, counselors, and principals in the New York metropolitan area.
Queens College offers 97 registered programs that prepare teachers and other school professionals for New York State certification, including undergraduate programs in art teacher education, childhood education, English adolescent education, family and consumer science education teacher, mathematics adolescent education, music teacher education, physical education teacher, science adolescent education, social studies adolescent education, linguistics, and world languages. All of the programs are approved by the New York State Education Department and lead to state certification. We are also accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE), as well as the Council for Accreditation of Education Preparation (CAEP). Students can earn a bachelor’s degree, a master’s degree or a post-master’s certificate in education.
If you are interested in furthering your education but do not want to teach, schedule an appointment with our LEAP to Teacher Coordinator to help you find a suitable program.
Undergraduate Studies
In addition to Education programs, Queens College offers over 70 undergraduate programs on campus. These programs include (but are not limited to): Accounting, Business, Computer Science, English, Pre-Engineering, Pre-Law and Pre-Med. To apply, visit Undergraduate Admissions.
Graduate Studies
There are over 100 master’s degree programs on campus. Whether you are pursuing your Master’s degree for professional and career advancement, personal fulfillment, public service or scholarly adventure. We are here to help you take the first step. To apply, visit Graduate Admissions.
LTT Frequently Asked Questions – Answers to most common questions regarding eligibility, program availability and more.
LTT Academic and Career Support
- Assistance with admissions and registration process
- Offering pre-admission services such as: essays/personal statement preparation
- Free College Preparation Program
- Ongoing advisement to ensure a positive and rewarding college experience from pre-admission through graduation,
- Assistance with special opportunities including scholarships, D.O.E Career Training Program (CTP) vouchers and financial assistance.
- Information about NYS requirements for teacher certification and free NYS teacher certification exam preparation workshops,
- The Murphy Institute Writing Center
The Murphy Institute Writing Center at Queens College offers all writing support. The Writing Center also provides workshops, writing tips of the week, discussion forums, and newsletters. Students may schedule a phone, online, or in-person session by accessing the WCONLINE online scheduler. Students can contact Jean Soto, the Writing and Research Consultant, at tel:718-997-3079 or by emailing soto@qc.cuny.edu - Career advisement and assistance with preparing resumes, cover letter, essays, applications,
- Networking with alumni to provide career opportunities,
- Assisting with Teacher job search,
- Sharing professional development opportunities.
Workshops and Courses
The LEAP to Teacher program offers a variety of free noncredit courses and workshops designed to enhance students’ skills to pass different certification exams and provide an opportunity to complete some NY State mandatory training for educators.
New York State Teaching Assistant Certification Exam Preparation Workshop – Assessment of Teaching Assistant Skills (ATAS)
The Murphy Institute’s LEAP to Teacher Program offers a free 6-week exam preparation workshop for CUNY students who have over 40 credits interested in obtaining the NY. State Teaching Assistant Certification and becoming a Teacher Assistant/ Teaching Paraprofessional to provide direct instructional services to students under the general supervision of a certified teacher. The workshop prepares students for taking the New York State Assessment of Teaching Assistant Skills Test (NYS-ATAS), the required test for getting the teaching assistant certification. For more information, please contact ltt@slu.cuny.edu
Dignity for All Students Act (DASA) Training
Under the CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies, The Murphy Institute’s LEAP to Teacher Program is an approved NY State DASA Training Provider. The 6-hour training will address the training for harassment, bullying, and discrimination prevention and intervention in schools. After satisfying the requirements, students will receive their DASA certification on their TEACH account. For more information, please contact ltt@slu.cuny.edu
NY State Teacher Certification Exam Preparation Workshops
NY Teacher Certification Exam Preparation Workshops – Master test taking study strategies for the CST: Combined Early Childhood & Childhood Multi-Subject Test and EAS: Educating All Students.
Mathematics for Elementary Educators (MFEE)
This free non-credit course is a 32-hour online refresher course (eight 4-hour sessions) which is open only to LEAP to Teacher students. The course covers all required mathematics competencies for a NY State certified elementary teacher. Running consecutively on eight Saturdays, participants learn the importance of becoming an effective problem-solver, identifying common math misconceptions and how to teach math effectively.
- Students who complete this course are eligible to earn 20 CTLE credit hours.
This course is also helpful for students seeking certification in childhood education in the state of New York to prepare them to pass the math section of Childhood Education Multi-Subject Content Specialty Test.
Check out our Math for Elementary Educators.
Please contact your LTT coordinator to get more information or email ltt@slu.cuny.edu
Math Connection Conference (Spring Semesters Only)
As a collaborative effort, the LEAP to Teacher Program and the School of Education at CSI organize the annual Mathematics Connection Conference every May. The conference offers a wide variety of interactive presentations, panel discussions, and activities for children, specially designed for teachers and educational students.
Please contact your LTT coordinator to get more information or email ltt@slu.cuny.edu
Student Success Workshops
This series of online workshops introduces LTT students to study skills and provides writing improvement tips. Here are some of the topics covered in the workshops: 1) Classroom skills and note taking; 2) Reading Difficult Text; 3) Drafting Strategies; (4) Paraphrasing/Summarizing; (5) APA/MLA Citations; (6) Revisions strategies; 7) Introductions and Conclusions, 8) Time management
Please contact your LTT coordinator to get more information or email ltt@slu.cuny.edu