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Education Career Community

Do you dream of making a difference in the lives of others? Whether you’re drawn to the classroom, educational leadership, or roles in policy and support services, the Education Career Community at Randolph-Macon College helps you develop the knowledge and skills to inspire the next generation — and grow a career rooted in purpose.

Through a dynamic and support liberal arts environment, you’ll gain the practical tools and real-world experience to thrive in education and beyond.

Explore Career Paths in Education

An education degree opens the door to a variety of rewarding and impactful careers — not only in teaching, but also in leadership, consulting, and roles across other sectors that value strong communication and organizational skills.

Popular Career Paths:
  • K-12 Teacher
  • Special Education Teacher
  • School Counselor
  • School Administrator
  • Curriculum Developer
  • Instructional Coach or Coordinator
  • Educational Consultant
  • Higher Education Faculty

Want to see how RMC alumni have used their education degrees? We can connect you with mentors and stories to help guide your path.

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Connect with alumni mentors

Develop the Skills to Lead and Inspire

Professionals in education need a powerful blend of soft and technical skills to connect with students, manage classrooms, and drive innovation in teaching and learning. Here’s what you’ll need to succeed:

Soft Skills:

  • Communication
  • Empathy & Emotional Intelligence
  • Leadership
  • Adaptability
  • Classroom Management

Technical Skills:

  • Curriculum Design & Instructional Planning
  • Assessment Strategies
  • Educational Technology
  • Special Education Methods
  • Data Analysis
Attend a skills workshop or seminar
explore education opportunities

Certifications & Professional Development

Certification enhance your employability and can help you stand out in a competitive job market. Whether you’re pursuing teaching licensure or branching into a specialty area, these credentials can support your journey:

Valuable Certification:

We’ll help you understand which certifications you need — and how to earn them while you’re at RMC or after graduation.

Take the Next Step in Your Education Career Journey

Whether you’re planning to become a teacher, shape education policy, or support students in other ways, we’re here to help you define your path and build the future you envision.

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Join the education career community
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Truist Commits to Supporting Emerging Leaders at Randolph-Macon

Published on October 8, 2024

The Truist Charitable Fund has committed a grant of $200,000 to support Randolph-Macon College’s Leadership Fellows Program.

Thomas Ransom, President of the Virginia Region at Truist Financial, was the featured guest at the program’s March Master Class.

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Jobs for teachers and beyond: Career advice for Education majors

Published on August 22, 2024

 

With a degree in Education, you might be searching for jobs for teachers, but do you know what other opportunities are available to you? If you had majored in Education forty years ago, you would have earned the most …

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Contact & Location

Phone
(804) 752-7200
Email
theedge@rmc.edu
Address

Thomas Branch Hall
114 College Avenue
Ashland, VA 23005-5505

Career Service Hours

Monday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm