you would need for this ? and how do you go about it ?
2006-09-20 05:57:02 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Home Schooling
Really? You must be incredibly smart to be capable of teaching english, science, social studies, physical education, biology, history, government, math, algebra, etc. When I went to school, my english teacher taught english and my social studies teacher taught social studies. You must be genius to be so knowledgeable about all subjects you can teach everything. Wow!
2006-09-20 06:02:21 · answer #1 · answered by Zelda 6 · 0⤊ 8⤋
This depends on what state you live in. Each state has their own requirements for the "teacher" - some require just a high school/GED level education, others require a Bachelor's degree, and still others have no requirements. Go to the HSLDA website to see what your state requires (some have two or three options, so make sure you check them all out).
Next you need to determine your philosophy (method) of homeschooling. There are at least a dozen including: classical, Charlotte Mason, unschooling, unit studies, Montessori, Waldorf, ... This is important because it will help narrow your curriculum choices, which is next...
Choose your curriculum. If you're unschooling, you won't need much because the world is your classroom (and textbook). If you follow classical or Charlotte Mason, you may be able to get a lot of things from your library. If you choose to buy curriculum, check out Cathy Duffy's website and book, "100 Top Picks for Homeschooling" where she reviews hundreds of curricula. When you're ready to buy, go to Rainboe Resource - they have the best selection and the best prices.
You should also consider joining a support group or co-op. They are invaluable when it comes time to buy curriculum (you can almost always find someone to let you borrow or look through what they use/have). Plus, they can guide you through the first year (the toughest) and give you advice for dealing with nosy neighbors (and relatives).
If you want more info, feel free to email me. Best wishes on this journey! It's an adventure!
2006-09-21 10:23:02 · answer #2 · answered by homeschoolmom 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are so many resources available that will make you very happy! Go to home-school sites on the internet and check into everything that they offer.
Your State laws can be determined by going to www.hslda.org
I have only an highschool diploma from public school. This has not prevented my children from learning everything they need to know. All you need is good books and a capability to think.
I've taught my children phonics and math facts along with good study habits and they proceed to teach themselves! My oldest is now 23 -- he has a very good job and a family. My 20 yr daughter is in college getting A's in her classes. 17 yr daughter and 15 yr son are still studying at home. They are learning algebra using Saxon math textbooks. I do not help them -- and they are able to complete the equations with a 95 to 100% accuracy rate on every lesson (30 questions in each). My job is to supervise, encourage, and hold them accountable. Sometimes they do need a little assistance and I am able to help with whatever they need. They write a full page every day about any topic that is of interest to them. And they read for at least 2-3 hours every day.
A good set of encyclopedia and a great dictionary are other valuable tools.
Home-schooling is a wonderful way to get a great education.
Self-teaching is also a great plus!!!!
2006-09-20 16:16:01 · answer #3 · answered by Barb 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know about where "no sun..." lives, but here, the students have 1 teacher to teach all subjects until 6th grade...hmmmm...
And I have more education than the average teacher, so what makes them more capable than me?
Anyway, where I live (KY) you don't have to have any special credentials, and the only thing you have to do is let your county school board know you intend to homeschool.
It is very easy, but is a lot of work. I have gotten text books for free from the county book depository and I have ordered some cheap workbooks from www.frankschaffer.com. I have stayed away from the boxed curriculum sets.
My favorite thing that I have bought is the "Learn at Home" series by McGraw-Hill. It lays out all the work and worksheets that you need. It also has recommended reading lists and other activities to try.
2006-09-20 15:15:53 · answer #4 · answered by Jessie P 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Not to brag but just to offer my credentials, I have been home educating my 4 sons for 14 years, 2 are now in college (one with a National Merit Scholarship). You need to have a basic (high school) education and a desire to continue learning to do a good job home schooling. Contact your state home education association (listed at www.hslda.com) to find out your state's specific requirements; home schooling is legal in all 50 states, but the requirements vary from state to state. I recommend that you ask your state's association rather than a local school district because school district officials don't always know the specifics of the law. Your state association can offer you many helps, probably including local contacts for support; these can help you get started.
2006-09-20 14:19:22 · answer #5 · answered by Amy G 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
contact HSLDA, they have a website and can direct you to all the information you need.
As you've heard on here, each state is different, so keep that in mind when reading through answers. For example, in my state, the LAST place you would go to for help would be the state education board.
And I'm glad to see that I'm not the only one that sees the misinformation in assuming that teachers all hold four year degrees in what they are teaching. LOL LOVED the correlation to elementary teachers. Good grief, how old would they be if they had to have a degree in each subject to be qualified to teach abc's to first graders.
good one!
2006-09-20 15:37:25 · answer #6 · answered by Terri 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Join the HSLDA to protect your school. Then choose your curricula. Whatever you feel is right for your family, this can be liberal, old fashioned, religious, etc. Once you have chosen your curriculum, announce your intent to homeschool with your local school board.
To find a few ideas, type in "homeschool curriculum" into google. You can add other words in your search depending on your interests, catholic, jewish, amish, science, self-led, academics, etc....
I liked these: A Beka, Spectrum, Saxon, Nasco, Rod and Staff....
2006-09-20 17:41:06 · answer #7 · answered by schnikey 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
nosunhere is under the impression that public school teachers were actually qualified to teach lol hmm cause my English teacher was an english teacher because she graduated from college to be an accountant. and couldnt find a job. hmmm anyway, if you are literate you can teach your child. why? because you actually CARE to educate your child. and you won't have the problems our overcrowded school have. so the fact you want to homeschool makes you an exceptional mother! and dont forget the lesson plans of all homeschool curriculums will actually tell you how to teach. ABEKA is a christian based curriculum. (there are non religious programs out there, and other religion based programs...there's so much to choose from) the lesson plans go step by step. they go as far as telling you what to say. as the kids get older and their studies get more difficult you can always find another mother who homeschools and you can "pull" your talents. my sister in law is great at math, so she tutured my daughter, while i taught her boys art and music appreciation. i can help you look for a homeschooling group in your city if you like. we have a group here in my city and they have field trips, park parties and a chance to meet other homeschool moms who can help out. as for getting started, check your state guidelines for homeschooling. in texas you dont have to report to anyone. but when i was living in ohio i had to turn in my curriculum once a year and that was it. i contacted the superintendent of the local schools. GOOD LUCK.
my group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/christianmomshomeschoolretreat/
2006-09-20 14:45:06 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
as for what you need each state is different so you will need to contact you local board.
as far as curriculum goes there are a lot of good one out there, I use Switched-On Schoolhouse. It is a computer based program and I use it for my 2 sons in grades 5 and 8. I plan on going in for the long hall to, all the way to 12.
Switched-On Schoolhouse (first chose)
http://www.aop.com/sos/index.php
if a computer base program is not for you look at
ACE - http://www.schooloftomorrow.com/
ABeka - http://www.abeka.com/
2006-09-20 14:41:27 · answer #9 · answered by Noble Angel 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In South Carolina we have a home schoolers association. They help you select necessary books and give the required tests so your child meets state standards. Look in the blue pages of the phone book under 'state' and see if you have something similar. Good luck.
2006-09-20 14:13:22 · answer #10 · answered by nursesr4evr 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You don't really need to have certain crudentials or anything. For kindergarten through about 3rd or 4th grade you pretty much know what you're teaching them. When it gets hard, you just learn as they learn (unless you already know it).
2006-09-20 14:22:42 · answer #11 · answered by BeeFree 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋