School of Education
Our School of Education is one of the most comprehensive teacher preparation programs in New York City, equipping students to not only to inspire future students in the classroom, but also to develop innovative methods to advance pedagogical practices.
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No. 1
Ethnically Diverse Campus for 5th Year
U.S. News & World Report, 2022
Best Value
College
Sixth Straight Year
The Princeton Review, 2024
NO. 1
PUBLIC LIBERAL ARTS COLLEGE IN NYC
Academic Influence
No. 7
Nationwide for Social Mobility
U.S. News & World Report
Degrees
Voices of Our Community
A Literacy Specialist
Alumna Rea Bowen is empowered by a “corps” belief in reading instruction backed by research.
Countdown to Commencement: Teaching with Gratitude
Santiago Galvis ’22 is giving back by teaching at the school that helped him during Hurricane Sandy.
Liberating Education
Dean María Scharrón-del Río reveals how the School of Education prepares students to teach in a challenging world.
Call for Public Comment
On March 19-21, 2024, Brooklyn College will host an accreditation visit by the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP). In preparation for the visit, the AAQEP Quality Review Team is soliciting public comment about the quality of educator preparation provided by Brooklyn College. All comments must be submitted by February 20, 2024.
All In for Your Success
While you’re here to focus on your education, we’ll be here to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to achieve your academic, professional, and life goals. With a vast array of offerings, including career services, financial aid, guidance and counseling, and health and wellness, you’ll find a campus full of people and resources to support you every step of the way.
Academic Resources
Our campus is built with all the resources you’ll need to succeed in your education.
Academic advising
To help you find your way.
Research Opportunities
To help you dig deeper.
Library Resources
To help you discover more.
Go Further
There’s no limit to how far you can go.
Featured News
Study Shows Brooklyn College Adds $2.6 Billion to New York City Economy
Already known for offering high-quality educational opportunities of great value, the college is also a vital economic engine for the region.
U.S. News & World Report Again Ranks Brooklyn College Among Best
College is no. 1 overall for ethnic diversity for seventh straight year and no. 8 for social mobility, among other key indicators.
A Literacy Specialist
Alumna Rea Bowen is empowered by a “corps” belief in reading instruction backed by research.
Contact Information
School of Education
2111 James Hall
P: 718.951.5214
F: 718.951.4816
Maria Scharrón-del Rio
Dean and Professor, School Counseling Graduate Program
E: mariars@brooklyn.cuny.edu
Xia Li
Department Chair and Associate Professor, Early Childhood/Art Education
2309 James Hall
E: XLi@brooklyn.cuny.edu
P: 718.951.5205
Hanna Haydar
Associate Professor and Department Chair, Childhood/ Bilingual and Special Education
2105 James Hall
E: haydar@brooklyn.cuny.edu
P: 718.951.5447
Michael Meagher
Department Chair and Associate Professor
2608J James Hall
E: MMeagher@brooklyn.cuny.edu
P: 718.951.5325
Paul McCabe
Professor and Department Chair, School Psychology, Counseling, and Leadership
2617 James Hall
E: PaulMC@brooklyn.cuny.edu
P: 718.951.5000, ext. 3869
Karen McFadden
Associate Professor and Faculty Associate to the Dean
2410b James Hall
E: KMcFadden@brooklyn.cuny.edu
P: 718.951.5000, ext. 3765
Erika Farrell
Executive Associate
2111 James Hall
E: EFarrell@brooklyn.cuny.edu
P: 718.951.5214
Ellen Kreger
Administrative Assistant
2111 James Hall
E: ekreger@brooklyn.cuny.edu
P: 718.951.5214
Helen Spencer
Certification Officer
2201 James Hall
E: hspencer@brooklyn.cuny.edu
P: 718.951.5000, ext. 3946
Jorge Tucker
IT Academic Technology Manager
2206 James Hall
E: jtucker@brooklyn.cuny.edu
P: 718.951.5000, ext. 3886