Teacher Leader
Expand influence with the M.A. in Teacher Leadership. Lead from the classroom while earning stackable credentials such as the Teacher Leadership Endorsement, Supervisor of Instruction Certificate, and Professional Development Certificate.
M.A. in Teacher Leadership
Special Education Leader
Champion inclusive education with the 100% online M.A. in Special Education. Gain skills to support diverse learners while pursuing stackable options such as the Teacher of Students with Disabilities Certificate (TOSD) and Reading Specialist Endorsement.
M.A. in Special Education
PK–12 School Leader (Supervisor or Principal)
Rider’s M.A. in Educational Leadership prepares you to oversee curriculum, staff, and school operations. On the way to your degree, you can earn stackable credentials with a Supervisor of Instruction Certificate and/or Principal Certificate.
M.A. in Educational / Principal Leadership
Educational Change Leader (Ed.D.)
Expand influence with the Doctor of Educational Leadership (Ed.D.). Choose a focus in PK–12 Leadership or Higher Education Leadership and gain tools to promote equity, diversity of thought, and systemic change in education.
Doctor of Educational Leadership (Ed.D.)
The Rider advantage
Our programs build on your classroom experience and give you the tools to lead with confidence — grounded not in instinct, but in proven theory and practice. At Rider, your success as a teacher becomes the foundation for success as a leader, whether you aim to transform a single classroom, an entire district, or the broader education system.
What sets Rider apart
- CAEP-accredited excellence — Rider’s College of Education and Human Services is nationally accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), reflecting the highest standards in educator preparation
- Leadership grounded in theory — strategies rooted in research and practice, not instinct
- Programs that build from your classroom experience — designed for working educators
- Real-world preparation — fieldwork, applied projects, and mentorship ensure your skills translate into practice
- Stackable credentials — opportunities to earn supervisor, principal, or leadership certificates on your way to a master’s
- Multiple pathways — programs tailored for PK–12, higher education, organizational, and doctoral leadership
Rider educated most of the leaders I work with, and I knew I would get a rigorous and respected preparation for leadership."
Ed.S. in school psychology and M.A. in educational leadership
Tuition benefits
Rider partners with government, industry, school districts, and nonprofit organizations to make graduate education more affordable. Eligible students may receive a 20% tuition discount.
Take the next step
At Rider, no one rides alone. We’ll be with you every step of the way. Request more information, connect with a program advisor, or apply today to take the next step toward transforming education.