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Do you lack a teaching degree or license but love working with young learners? If so, you may want to become a substitute teacher or a teacher aide. Teacher aides–also called classroom aides or teaching paraprofessionals— assist licensed teachers in...
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So you want to become a school teacher. But where do you start? Well, that’s not exactly a simple question, and it depends on a lot of different...
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Before I get into this topic, I have to say I was thrilled when Magoosh asked me to write about this! I started my career teaching abroad, and I love...
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If you’re considering a career in teaching, it’s important to get the right credentials. The most basic qualification you need, in terms of a degree,...
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As I’ve mentioned before, student teaching is a very important step in your career. So you’ll want to prepare well for your first day of student...
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If you’re thinking of becoming a teacher, you’ve probably heard the term “student teaching.” But what is student teaching, and why is it so...
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Research organizations, government agencies and news reporters all concur: parental involvement is one of the biggest factors—perhaps the biggest...
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What should your student teaching outfits look like? What to wear may sound like a silly question, but it’s important . . . and surprisingly easy to...
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So you want to become a teacher. But what subject should you teach? This is a big decision because different subjects require different teacher...
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The National Education Association and the U.S. Department of Education both report that alternative paths to teacher certification are on the rise....
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As a teacher, you have to keep track of a lot of different things at once. Every student has their own individual needs, assignments, and test...
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Teacher salaries are a political “hot-button” topic these days. With education reform and state budget reform, there’s a lot of debate about how much...
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For a new teacher, nothing’s more terrifying than an out-of-control classroom. Veteran teachers don’t care for this situation either, but new...
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There are many different techniques that a teacher can use to assess their students' understanding of the concepts being taught. But using those...
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As I’ve mentioned before, there are many ways to become a teacher. And the best way, when it comes to long-term career options, is to get a relevant...
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If you’re nearing the end of your teacher training, you may wonder…How much do starting teachers make?
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As I’ve said, student teaching counts as a university course. And yet, this time of learning can bring up many fears and anxieties in some student...
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Different age groups can provide very different teaching experiences. So what grade should you teach? You’ll want to decide early on in your teacher...
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Student teaching is a full-time job…literally. A student teacher does all the same things that a full-time salaried teacher would do.
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Teaching salary by state is an important factor in your career decisions. To make a truly informed choice, look at both starting and long-term pay....
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The first day of student teaching is a big event for teachers in training. For most student teachers, it’ll be the first time they’re in charge of a...
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For many people, the student teaching requirement is a big financial obstacle. Student teaching can last for months, and it’s usually unpaid. And...
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As you prepare to become a teacher, it’s good to know the average starting teacher salaries by state. What will you make at your first teaching job?...
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Some interview questions can trip you up if you're not prepared ahead of time. I remember the first time I was asked, "How would you describe your...
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Student teaching is demanding full time work that can last for months, and even as long as a year! So many Magooshers may ask… do you get paid for...
