Jerusha (Rue) Beckerman, director of the Art of Teaching master’s program, and graduate student Lilly Rushe reflect on a teaching philosophy rooted in holistic, child-centered education. Enrolled in SLC’s five-year program, where students begin graduate study in their senior year and earn both a BA and an MSEd, Lilly gained classroom experience from the start. In her first semester, Lilly worked closely with young children alongside Rue at the College’s on-campus Early Childhood Center — an experience that shaped how she listens, learns, and advocates as an educator. At Sarah Lawrence, teaching is both an intellectual and creative practice, and the process of learning never ends.
Get to Know Sarah Lawrence College
Founded in 1926 and located just north of New York City, Sarah Lawrence College is a distinctive coeducational liberal arts college known for its pioneering approach to education. Our students share an enthusiasm for intellectual rigor, academic curiosity, creativity, and interdisciplinary work. We’re consistently ranked among the leading liberal arts colleges in the country, offering a four-year Bachelor of Arts degree and multiple professional degrees in the arts, humanities, and sciences.