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How much education do I need to teach elementary school? What classes do I need?
Asked by G.G.
I have most of the basic college classes. I am 42 years old. Is this a good idea?
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Best Answer:
You need you college degree and a teaching certificate from your state. Also, any experience working with kids helps.
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You need a bA in whatever it is you want to teach plus some teaching courses
Although, you may be able to sub teach with what you have now...I would call the school and find out, and yes I think it's a good idea!
Best of Luck
Answered by Mrs.F
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To teach you need a teaching license. This usually requires a 4 year degree in teaching from an accredited university. To earn the degree you usually have to do a 3 month student teach assignment.
The US needs more compentent public school teachers, we have lots of incompentent ones already.
Answered by Bors
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bachelor's degree in education OR there are some programs where you obtain a bachelor's degree in something else and take a few education classes and do an internship...
you will have to take a teacher's certification exam and pass it...
Answered by Kari K
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You need to start taking courses in Elementary Ed. Talk to an advisor at the university to see what you'll need.
Have you taught in the past? If not, try subbing in an elementary school for a while. It is a little different than having your own class, but it will give you an idea of what it's like.
If you can't do that, volunteer at a school to get an idea.
I went back to school at age 32. I am one year from having my degree in Secondary Education. (I'm 37 now)
Don't worry about your age, a lot of times, administrators like teachers with more maturity.
Answered by long_ebony_locs
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bachelors degree... classes depend on your major (history, math, english, etc..) and once you get your degree you need your teaching certification... i would check with local schools and see what they require, and then check with academic advisors at local colleges to see what steps you need to take....it varies by state
.......and its never too late
Answered by wytnee8786
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You need a bachelors. You will also need a teaching credential. Some districts allow you to be an intern, at the lowest pay grade, while you are earning it. Others won't even let you substitute if you are not fully credentialed. To get credentialed you will have to pass the cbest and subject matter exams (elementary is a multiple subject exam). You have to be dedicated to teaching and have to be able to work with your hands tied behind your back. Some parents think that they pass the "parenting baton" on to the teacher every morning. Pay is low compared to other industries where the equivalent of a Masters degree is required.
Answered by cyclops67
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