Lunder School of Education: Thomas College, Waterville, Maine

The Lunder School of Education (LSOE) provides preservice teachers with the opportunity to learn about their best capabilities as a future teacher. We listen to Maine principals, staff, teachers, and superintendents to keep our program up-to-date on the latest trends and needs of the wonderful field and profession of PK-12 education.

The Thomas College Lunder School of Education is proud to partner with Colby and area school districts to promote community collaboration, professional learning, and networking. Join us at our annual Dine & Discuss events, special interest groups (SIGs), and more. Dr. Rybakova serves as the CMEC Assistant Director and can be contacted for more information.

You will leave Thomas College with:

Over 920 hours of classroom experience, with opportunity for paid experiences such as substitute teaching
Classroom experience from freshmen to senior year
At least one professional teaching certification. Several of our programs result in dual-certifications

As part of our teacher preparation program, you’ll experience:

Cooperation with administrators and superintendents in Maine
All inquiry-driven, project-based, and hands-on coursework
Coursework taught by full-time faculty with classroom experience. Adjuncts and guest speakers include:
- - Practicing veteran teachers
- Maine or County Teachers of the Year
- School administrators (principals, assistant principals, etc.)