By
eHow Careers & Work Editor
Difficulty: Moderately challenging
Things You’ll Need:
- Academic Counselings
- Address Books
- File Cabinets
- E-mail Accounts
- Postage Stamps
- Envelopes
- Folders
- résumé paper
Step1
Find work with children in the age group that most interests you: Teach swimming lessons, coach a sports team, be a camp counselor. If you're in college, volunteer in a classroom on a regular basis and document this experience.
Step2
Investigate teacher-credential or certification programs at the college or university you plan to attend. Decide whether you prefer elementary education (one possible major) or secondary school teaching, for which you major in the subject you plan to teach.
Step3
Seek employment as a teacher's aide or a substitute teacher if you are already in the workforce and have completed some college. If you already have a college degree, you might be eligible to obtain your credential while teaching full-time in an area with teacher shortages.
Step4
Expect credential requirements to include numerous standardized tests and mandatory classroom experience prior to a full year of student teaching, in addition to your degree in education or in your teaching subject. Teacher training programs often add a fifth year to college.
Step5
Familiarize yourself with the services of your campus or school of education career center. They offer job search counseling and will connect you to school districts with openings.
Step6
Join a professional association in your teaching specialty, such as the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) or the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA).
Comments
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 Stay strong. If you don't they will run all over you.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 Be patient. Be prepared. Be informed. Start off with a positive attitude,and keep it no matter what! Explain to your student what you will teach and what you expect from them.