I have a bachelor's in communication, and would like to get into teaching. I wouldn't want to have to get another bachelors. How does one go about this? I would want to teach High School.
2006-11-14 12:59:43 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Teaching
To answer the question below, I am in New York State.
2006-11-14 13:08:58 · update #1
* Call your local public school headquarters, and ask if there is an "alternative certification" program where as long as you have a college degree, you can take classes/tests to get certified while you are already teaching and deduct the costs from your pay. If you teach a subject outside your credits, you may be required to earn additional course credits in that.
* Also ask if there is another group that offers certification outside the school district. In Houston it is called Region IV and
it is better than the program offered by the public schools. Compare costs and requirements, and get recommendations from other teachers which one is better for your field of interest.
* Can you contact Teach for America? This nonprofit assigns college grads to teaching assignments to offset college loans.
While you explore that, can you substitute teach? This may help you decide what subject, class size, demographics, etc. suit your teaching style, or which school administration you prefer.
As long as you have a college degree, you should be able to substitute teach or qualify for a program that will pay for your courses/certification out of your salary. Good luck!
2006-11-14 13:12:05 · answer #1 · answered by emilynghiem 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
when you have a degree in something besides education, its called Alternative Certification. Every state does their alternative certification differently. Im going for an education degree right now, so I do not know a whole lot about it, but I do know that you do not have to get a whole bachelor's degree again. Start by looking up information about Alternative Certification in New York.
2006-11-14 21:23:46 · answer #2 · answered by lilcrazydazy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can teach at private high schools without a teaching liscense at most schools because it is not required by law as long as it is not a state school. Most teachers at boarding schools dont have teaching degrees/liscense, and many boarding schools prefer people to teach the classes that have actually experienced working in that field.
2006-11-14 22:44:08 · answer #3 · answered by ClevelandSportsFan 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you probably qualify to be a substitute teaching which is a good way to start. Once your in there and the teachers know you, you could be asked to take over for a long term assignment or a non teaching position like job coach or Spec Ed aide.
Another option is to contact your local colleges that offer teaching degrees and sit down with someone who can tell you what classes you might need to become a regular teacher, it might not take very much at all. (I needed four classes and to do student teaching in my area).
2006-11-14 21:12:27 · answer #4 · answered by neona807 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to the department of education. They have "career switchers" programs. They will pay for you to take education classes (usually 20 credits) and will tell you the specific ones to take. All you need are those credits and to pass the subject area exam. You can usually start teaching on a temporary certificate without a teaching license, you just need to complete the coursework within a certain period of time.
2006-11-14 21:11:42 · answer #5 · answered by cammie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Contact your local school system -- you will, at the very least, need to get a teachers license, and I would think put in at least some amount of hours doing some type of student teaching residency. It all depends on the state/local government requirements. Many school districts are eager for teachers - call them and ask. Good luck!
2006-11-14 21:05:59 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
most states allow uncertified candidates, with a four year degree, to substitute teach. in many cases, substitutes are hired on a long-term basis.
you could also pursue a masters degree in secondary education. again, in most states, substitute teaching can serve as your student teaching experience.
2006-11-14 21:08:49 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
alternative certification. it is by state. here in oklahoma you sign up and go take a test and then you have to take a few classes after you are qualified. It's not too hard here. You have to contact the state. probably education department is a good place to start.
2006-11-14 21:02:55 · answer #8 · answered by Sufi 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Start a new primary/public school with all new under graduates
recruited for teaching profession.
pray for the future og the students in its most earnestness.
2006-11-14 21:04:36 · answer #9 · answered by R Purushotham Rao 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Every state is different. Which state are you in?
2006-11-14 21:05:17 · answer #10 · answered by mandiedq 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋