Master's for Reading & Literacy Teachers Master's Degree (MS) Master's in Teaching Start your application Guaranteed 50% scholarship Online learning options Teach the school year following enrollment Program overview Literacy is critical to success in school and careers. Whether by working directly with students experiencing difficulties, or by coaching other teachers to become more effective with their students, you can impact many students by dramatically improving their reading and literacy outcomes. Warner will prepare you to become an effective and innovative reading and literacy specialist, committed and able to help all students succeed. Our teacher preparation programs offer the shortest path to NYS initial and professional teaching certification and a guaranteed 50% tuition scholarship.All the Warner programs described below prepare current teachers for NYS professional certification in Teaching Literacy (birth-grade 6 and/or grades 5-12), and are all offered at the graduate level only. Key program featuresFlexible: The program can be completed in 15 months of full-time study, or two years of part-time study while holding a teaching position.Focus on Literacy: Includes 24 credits of literacy courses and two 100-hour reading practica. Unique Internship Opportunities: Option to conduct a special supervised internship as part of Project READ at School #33 and/or East High School.Option to Add Extensions and Specializations: With only a few extra credits, you can get certified to teach at birth-grade 12 and/or add advanced certificates that can strengthen your effectiveness with diverse learners and make you more marketable. Prerequisites (as required by NYS)NYS Initial teaching certification in any area.Some exceptions may be made; contact us Scholarships, Tuition, & Financial AidByron Williams Teaching Scholarships guaranteed 50% tuition savings Learn more Questions? Contact us Certification options Choose a certification to earn in addition to your degree.What certification do you need? Learn more Professional Certification M.S. in Reading & LiteraciesBirth-grade 6 or Grades 5-1236 credits, including six credits of reading practica; for students who still need to obtain NYS professional teaching certification in their area or want to be eligible for student loans. Advanced Certificate in Reading & LiteraciesBirth-grade 6 or Grades 5-12No more than 30 credits, including six credits of reading practica; shortest path. Non-Certification MS in Literacy Education (Non-Certification)A more flexible 30-credit master’s program not leading to NYS certification, for those interested in literacy learning and teaching in learning environments other than NYS public K-12 schools. These could include: independent, private or charter schools, community colleges, schools and universities outside the United States, or a variety of informal settings (such as after-school programs, enrichment programs, summer camps, etc.).CombinedIn addition to taking the core program, students may want to consider supplementing their program to achieve other goals and pursue additional certification. Each option enhancement has specific prerequisites and/or course requirements.Additional Advanced Certificate in Digitally-Rich Teaching in K-12 SchoolsAdvanced Certificate in Online TeachingAdvanced Certificate in Program EvaluationAdvanced Certificate in Teacher Leadership Customize your degreeOur degrees are designed to meet your interests and career aspirations. Whether you want to add an advanced certificate or specialize in a distinct area of emphasis, we can help craft the best option for you. Contact us Ready to apply? Start your application ROC Urban Teaching Fellows Program A paid teacher residency program designed to prepare teachers for the Rochester City School District. 1 year paid teacher residency while studying2 years of employment following graduation$10,000 toward your tuition Learn more /directory/carol-anne-st-george Program Director Carol Anne St. GeorgeProfessor (Clinical) View Carol's profile Contact admissions (585) 275-3950 admissions@warner.rochester.edu Request informationReceive a $70 application fee waiver when you complete the form below.Loading... Take a course before you applyTake a course before you apply to one of our programs for a highly discounted price. Some credits also apply toward degree requirements. Try us out Related certificates and degrees Related Advanced CertificatesOpportunities for additional specializations with minimum additional credits required.NYS Certification in Teaching Students with DisabilitiesAdvanced Certificate in Urban Teaching and LeadershipAdvanced Certificate in Digitally-Rich TeachingNYS Certification in TESOLAdvanced Certificate in Teaching Students with Significant Disabilities (10 credits) Related degreesDoctoral Programs focusing on Literacy Learning and EducationGRADE Program for Undergraduate Applicants Start your application Get started