I already have a master's degree in physics. Since I'm having trouble finding employment, I've been considering teaching high school physics or math. It seems that there is a lot of need for quality high school math and science teachers these days. What steps would I need to take to become certified? Would I have to spend a lot of time going back to school for education classes? Would it be worth my time, effort, and money to go back to school?
2007-02-06 05:55:49 · 9 answers · asked by Link 5 in Education & Reference ➔ Primary & Secondary Education
If you are in the U.S., it depends on the individual state. Check this site for requirements.
http://www.uky.edu/Education/TEP/usacert.html
In some cases private schools have less strict requirements, and might consider your experience in the field a qualification to teach.
2007-02-06 05:58:10 · answer #1 · answered by MOM KNOWS EVERYTHING 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dear One,
I assume you live near a university. Contact the university, or the high school where you want to teach. I know that most high schools are desperate for science and math teachers. Some universities offer different programs. One I liked was the mentor/student program. You are in a class room from the get go with a "older" teacher, and you learn as you go, and then take classes along with your teaching.
Just do it. I am sure you will be happy. Consider private schools, some of them will hire you without a teaching certificate.
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2007-02-06 06:01:50 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check your state's education agency. They will have a link to how to become certified. You may need to take some college courses, but you might be able to do this while you are teaching (through night/weekend classes). You will then have to pass a test or two (here in Texas you have to pass a test in Professional Development- the administrative side of teaching- and your subject material).
Good luck and I hope this helps!
2007-02-06 06:33:38 · answer #3 · answered by mom2rptl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really varies state by state. To find the requirements for your state, go to the website I have listed below. Since you already have a master's degree in physics, you would only have to take a few education related courses.
2007-02-06 06:02:20 · answer #4 · answered by Mr. Blue 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
many states offer inservice certification programs for people who want to teach but do not have the background...you will need to complete some basic ed. classes as well as do some form of student teaching, go to the state ed. web site for whever you live...if you are in NYC or feel like moving the city has an excellent program called the teaching fellows where they place you in a school with a need in your area, while you are teaching you take classes towards an MA in education...
2007-02-06 06:00:27 · answer #5 · answered by techteach03 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In Australia I did a bachelor of human movement science & education- it is a double degree- 4 years full time & you have to choose one other subject of study- most people choose Mary's or English! Do not bother with dodgy Tate courses and diPlomas! There is much more support through uni with the same people fOr 4 years- however if u are unemPloyed in Australia the government will pay for u to got to Tafe & then you wont have $1000's in HECS fees!
2016-03-29 07:56:54 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are already qualified. Call your local Superintendent of Schools as ask about certification. You have to take a test and pass State Board exams. His office can provide that information. Good Luck.
2007-02-06 06:02:21 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
You're already overqualified with you master's degree. The first step is to become jaded and indifferent.
2007-02-06 05:58:50 · answer #8 · answered by Privratnik 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Step #1 - Register as a democrat.
2007-02-06 05:58:17 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋