I am Korean. I have a BA in English Language and literature. and a MA in English Education. I have been working as an English teacher in my country. I like children. So I want to be a Kindergarten teacher in CA. I want to know whether I have to go back to university or to a graduate school for the study of early childhood education in USA.
2007-01-05 21:19:50 · 2 answers · asked by jackie22833 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Preschool
With a BA and MA, you should only have to take the California Teachers test, called the CBEST to work in a district, pass the federal fingerprint investigation, and get a teaching credential. You shouldn't need any units in early childhood unless you plan to teach in preschool.
2007-01-06 10:11:01 · answer #1 · answered by dolphin mama 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to take the CBEST , enter a elementary credential program (K-8) at a university, pass the RICA, get fingerprinted, then you can look for a job in the public school with a valid credential.
For a private kindergarten, just apply to the school.
2007-01-06 18:32:08 · answer #2 · answered by Lori 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋