How to become a Teacher
If you want to become a teacher, you need to complete the following steps:
- Start by acquiring a bachelor's degree. Elementary school teachers need a degree in elementary education (although pre-school teachers are sometimes able to begin working with an associate's degree while pursuing a bachelor's degree). Those working in upper-level schools should major in a particular subject.
- Make sure you have honed your communication and listening skills, have a deep passion for learning and teaching, have an innate ability to foster caring relationships and are friendly, organized and ethical.
- Engage in student teaching as the next step on your journey to becoming a teacher.
- Next, you will need to get licensed or certified as a teacher to work in schools within the public sector.
- Finally, keep up on continuing education to maintain employment as a teacher over time.
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What skills help Teachers find jobs?
- Teaching
- Deaf Education
- Early Childhood Education
- Classroom Experience
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Management
- Preschool Experience
- Special Education
- Lesson Planning
- Tutoring
- Experience with Children
- Special Needs
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Career progression for Teacher
Education levels for Teachers
Based on the requirements of Teacher job openings on Indeed in the United States within the last three years.
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Expected salary by experience
Based on resume data from Indeed users who reported working as a Teacher in the United States within the last three years.
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Common qualifications for Teachers
- Teaching Certification
- Child Development Associate Certification
- Special Education Certification
- Professional Educator License
- First Aid Certification
- Educator License With Stipulations
- Montessori Certification
- Substitute Teaching Certification
- CPR Certification
- TESOL Certification
- ESL Certification
- LBS1
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about career advices for a Teacher
