Academic requirements for elementary teachers

Answer 1

To teach within the public school system within the United States, you must have a bachelor's degree in a teacher education program from a regionally accredited college or university and state teacher certification. This would take approximately four years as a full-time student, provided you take the program as prescribed by the college or university.

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Answer 2

In order to become an early childhood educator you must complete your education classes in college, get certified as a teacher, and go through the process of learning how to do things and what is expected of you.

Answer 3

Early childhood degrees prepare students for work as teachers in primary schools. The major is most often listed as an education major, and it is offered at the associate, bachelor’s, and graduate levels. The associate’s degree prepares students to work with toddlers and to work in pre-kindergarten programs. The Bachelor’s is considered the minimum degree required to obtain a teacher’s certification and work as an elementary school teacher. Graduate degrees ensure advancement potential in the workplace and qualify educators for higher positions, such as school principals and administrators.

Associate Degree

The courses needed for the degree include basic math, science, and English courses to satisfy the general curriculum. For the education major, students are required to study social issues, family development, and family involvement. They learn the basics of teaching music and art to toddlers and preschoolers.

Most schools require students to submit the following documentation prior to acceptance, but these materials may vary slightly depending on the school:

--A written or electronic application

--An application fee

--Copy of a criminal background check

--Copy of life support and first aid training certification

--Proof of health insurance and liability insurance

Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.)

Those who plan to teach in grades K-5 need at least a Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.). This degree generally requires 4 years of study at a college or university. Students complete courses under the education curriculum. They study issues that affect a child’s learning, as well as teaching techniques. Most courses involve learning to teach the following subjects to young children:

--Math

--Reading

--Physical science

--Earth science

--Social science

B.S. students in the early childhood education program usually declare a concentration in reading or mathematics. Bachelor degree candidates are also required to complete seminars and a student teaching internship. During their internship, the student works as a teacher’s aide to a licensed teacher in a classroom setting. The student teacher often conducts class and prepares materials in the same manner that a licensed teacher would, and they are guided by the licensed teacher. The purpose of the internship is to gain practical teaching experience on the job.

Answer 4

As long as all general courses are passed, and they meet the age requirements mandated by your state, they are eligible for early childhood development.