If you go back to school to get the credits needed to be a principal...do you have to have experience as a teacher to land a job?
I have 4 years teaching experience however
I believe PA. requires 5 years of teaching experiencewithin PA before allowing certification as a principal. Is that true?
Also do other states require this?
2006-08-17 17:05:37 · 4 answers · asked by vengeance01 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Teaching
I am currently an assistant principal, and while I did have to have classroom experience, I didn't need to be five years. (Although I had that much). Each school district is different, and administration certification varies from state to state.
2006-08-17 17:14:29 · answer #1 · answered by tsopolly 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In California, I've known of many principals without five years of teaching experience. Also, here you can currently take a test to qualify for an administrative credential, so no additional coursework is necessary.
2006-08-18 21:52:50 · answer #2 · answered by Michael M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends entirely on the state. In MA, you have to take a test and complete a supervised internship. No additional degree (beyond the Master's required for teaching) is required.
2006-08-21 20:21:33 · answer #3 · answered by Marian424 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I do know in the state of texas that many "higher ups" are doctors in their field....
however, that doesn't mean they actually care!
good luck!
2006-08-18 00:54:17 · answer #4 · answered by giggling.willow 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋