How to Become A Grant Teacher
Grant Teachers or other wise called Grant Instructors teach individuals, small groups, or even organizations the process of applying for a grant.
Instructions
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Get the experience needed. Education may be needed for most grant teaching positions but experience is a must. Most grant teachers need at least 5 years of hands on experience with writing, handling, and other varies grant procedures.
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If seeking a position as a grant teacher in a formal setting post high school education is best. While some highly experienced grant teachers only have bachelor degrees, most possess masters in English, Non-Profit organizations, or grant writing.
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Become a certified grant writer, if not already. In order to become certified you must at least have a associates degree and five years of grant writing experience. To find more information on the examinations of becoming certified contact the American Association of Grant Professionals. The Professional Grant Certification examination involves a 4 hour multiple choice test and a 90 minute writing exercise.
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Write a professional experienced based resume that highlights education and experience you have in the non-profit and grant writing field. This may be given to area colleges, universities and adult education programs. If you like to travel, you may also want to target companies that specialize in bringing in teachers to companies for targeted training.
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Go freelance. If answering to a boss is not your style, freelancing as a Grant teacher can be a option for those well trained in the grant field. A freelance Teacher can offer training for individuals or groups. Some freelance teachers offer online training courses and conferences.
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Tips & Warnings
A freelance Grant Teacher can charge between $20 and $60 an hour. Depending on experience, number of group teaching, and travel required.
A Grant Teacher employed by a agency or school can expect to start out around $40,000 a year.