I became a teacher in California after getting my bachelor s degree in business. You ll have to go through a credentialing program through a University. (In CA, you cannot get your credential through online programs). You will have to decide on whether you want you a multiple subject credential or single subject credential. A multiple subject credential is what you need to teach K-6. You will need a single subject credential to teach a specific subject (math, science, home economics, etc.) to teach grades 6-12. Besides taking the required courses at the university, you will have to take 3 state tests - the CBEST (equivalent to an 8th grade comprehensive exam), the CSET (a more detailed test that covers your specific subject if you want a single-subject credential or ALL the subjects if you want a multiple-subject credential), and the RICA (to test you on different reading methods). Also, if you did not take a US history course while getting your bachelor s degree, you will have to take a US constitution test to waiver that requirement. I hope this answers your question! The other respondent was right - teaching is NOT for the faint of heart! But, it is very rewarding for those who, besides having jumped through all of those hoops, have the talent deep within them to touch the lives of students!
Why not teach Law? On the other hand, if you are a licensed lawyer in California and would like to change to teaching, that can only be because you are not a successful lawyer - so maybe you shouldb t teach law. Or maths.
Be careful what you wish. Teaching is not for the faint of heart! I ve known several people who have become teachers through alternative certification....not all of them stayed as they say it is too much work--especially if you want to be a jack of all trades elementary school teacher! But, if you are interested in teaching in California, the best way to get information on the requirements is to contact the California Department of Education. Different states have different requirements for getting a teaching certificate without at least a B.S. in education.
Go through the edcation program in your state. Many states require an exam and some others require classes as well. You will have to obtain a teaching certificate that allows you to teach a certain grade level. What grade level you want to teach will determine what cerificate you need. I would look on the California Board of Eduation page for more information! Good luck!
Well, teaching is not what it used to be. Now with the No Child Left Behind, the schools are being blamed when students test poorly. It s all about the bubble tests. You must go and observe teachers before you decide. Elementary and High School are usually preferable to middle school. I am an elementary school teacher, and trust me, go and observe and talk to teachers. Listen to them, they are not whiners and complainers, the problems are real. If you are dedicated and really want to teach it s still a major challenge. Although it is never boring!!!
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