Kids Education School Gallery: Education and Teaching

Saturday 27 August 2011

Education and Teaching

INFORMATION
Education and Teaching

A teacher works with students and helps them learn concepts in subjects such as science, mathematics, language arts, social studies, art and music. They then help them apply these concepts. Teachers work in elementary schools, middle schools, secondary schools and preschools. Teachers work in either private schools or public schools. Some teach special education, but information on those who do is not included in this profile.

Employment Facts - Teachers:

Teachers, other than special education teachers, held about 3.5 million jobs in 2008. Most worked in public schools.

Educational Requirements - Teachers:

Public school teachers in every state are required to have bachelor's degrees. One must also have completed an approved teacher training program that includes earning a specified number of subject and education credits, in addition to practical training, i.e. student teaching. Some states also require teachers to earn a master's degree within a certain amount of time. Requirements for preschool teachers vary by state. Some require a bachelor's degree in early childhood education while others require an associate's degree.

Other Requirements - Teachers:

All states and the District of Columbia require public school teachers to be licensed. State boards or departments of education generally issue these licenses. In order to become licensed, one must generally pass an exam that demonstrates competency in basic skills and proficiency in his or her subject area.

Career Advancement Opportunities - Teachers:

With experience, some teachers become school administrators. Others get additional training and become guidance counselors, school librarians and reading specialists.

Job Outlook - Teachers:

Employment of kindergarten through secondary school teachers will grow as fast as the average for all occupations through 2018. Job opportunities will vary from good to excellent. This will depend on location, grade level and subject specialty. For example, there will be a greater demand for mathematics, science and bi-lingual education teachers and for those who want to teach in less desirable school districts.

Education and Teaching