Alright, I am a college junior (just got to the status) and I am majoring in English. I have around 57-66 hours left to complete, and then I want to go to graduate school for a M.A. and then eventually a Ph.D. in creative writing (So I can become a comp/rhet/lit teacher). The University I am attending is very small (approx 4750 students) and I would like to stay here for my M.A. before I apply at the other school once I am finished.
Any ideas on a route for a job or whatnot? I don't want to become certified because here in the great state of Texas (sarcasm) it would atleast take me 80 hours to get certified to teach English.
So, I need some ideas on what to do POST-B.A.
2006-12-22 05:18:39 · 6 answers · asked by Barrett!!! 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
You want to teach college English? You don't need a certification for that. Usually you just need 18 hours towards your Master's in the subject you want to teach. Is there a way you can get a teaching assistantship? That's what I did. Then I got my M.A. and became an editor, but now I'm back in school working on my PhD. I will tell you one thing, though: I recommend a PhD geared more towards composition because you will be much more marketable. You can always do some creative witing stuff, but I would recommend focusing more on something that will land you a job once you get out of school.
2006-12-22 05:22:23 · answer #1 · answered by danika1066 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It very much depends on what country you want to teach in. Certain countries, like Japan for instance, require that you not only have a degree but you go through a program called JET. The benefits are a better salary and certain perks. If you'd rather, there are organizations that will take anyone, however, these places are probably that way for a reason and you probably won't be making much if anything. Obviously a lot of your questions are dependent on a few preferences. Best thing is to volunteer for a period of time and try it out. Experience it yourself and get an idea of how you feel. If you're looking for an organization that doesn't require a degree and allows you to stay for whatever duration you like you can try the International Humanities Foundation. They have several locations around the world.
2016-05-23 16:03:26 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Teaching certs are different in each state, so its hard to say what your best move is. Its my understanding that most states have moved towards requiring a "teaching" minor (student teaching and all) along with your BA in the subject you want to teach. If your eventual goal is to teach, you need to persue that before you get your masters. With a masters degree your entry pay is higher, but it is harder to get hired at a higher starting wage, when you have no prior teaching experience.
2006-12-22 05:34:12 · answer #3 · answered by leahivan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go over seas and teach English! The pay is great! It will be an amazing experience, and it would be a nice thing to be able to put on your resume ;) That's what I would do!
2006-12-22 05:27:45 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I suggest going into the medical field instead.
2006-12-22 05:27:39 · answer #5 · answered by i_love_my_mp 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
M.A is a good idea
2006-12-22 05:29:14 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋