TEACHER EDUCATION

Students interested in becoming licensed to teach physical education at the elementary, middle or high school level must complete all the Rockford University requirements, physical education core requirements, a minor in secondary education, and additional general education requirements toward a Professional Educator’s License (PEL).

In addition, to receive a Professional Educator’s License (PEL) in Illinois, students must students must pass the Content test and the the Teacher Performance Assessment (edTPA) as required by the state of Illinois. Additional information including testing dates, registration information, and study guides are available at the IL Licensure Testing Systems website at www.icts.nesinc.com.

Kinesiology
Seaver Center
5050 E. State St.
Rockford, IL 61108
815-394-5178
Fax:815-394-5140

Ann Boe M.S. 
Department Chair, Assistant Professor of Kinesiology
ABoe@rockford.edu