Teachers.....

rainbow1824 · June 2009

Hello, I am looking to go back to school full time and want to do elementary education....the school I am looking into, you can't just major in elem. ed. You have to get your degree, then get certified to teach elem. ed. So, my question is....what would you recommend as my bachelors? Like I have to major in social work, psych, family and consumer sciences, etc. then get my certification to teach. They also have an education program that is titled : Education-Business, Computer and Information Technology(K-12).... so I could major in Business, Accounting....then get certificate. I think I would enjoy teaching computer classes....but generally I want to deal with younger kids. SOrry so long.....just trying to make the right choice! What would you advise I choose as my major to then get El. Ed certificate? Do you know anything about the business option? I am obviously concerned about getting a job when finished......Ok, I'm done!! Just looking for some advice!! THANKS SO MUCH!!

taylormillgirl · June 2009

I have a BA in English with a history minor, then I went back to school with a provisional certificate to earn my license. (I taught junior high/middle grades language arts and social studies). That was in 1996. Since then, the market for teachers has become extremely competitive in most areas. If you want a good chance at getting a job wherever you live, look into your state's requirements for teaching special education. Honestly, there aren't many computer/technology jobs per school building, especially when the budget is tight. And elementary positions are among the most competitive. From what I've observed, the most sought-after teachers are special ed, and middle grades math/science.

Mrs.Hubbard · June 2009

Depending on where you live you might look into the high need areas in your state. I know here math and science are always big ones here. Special Education is another. I know elementary would be different since you would have to teach the kids everything. I honestly have not heard of it being done that way for elementary. My degree is in middle school education with emphasis in social studies and language arts. So I am certified to teach those subjects in grades 5-9.

LipstickLibrarian · June 2009

I would look into what your local colleges can offer for a program to be a librarian. You work with technology a lot and can always be an elementary librarian if you want to be with younger students. I have a BS in business and didn't need to do anything further to start my Master's to be a School Library Media Specialist. A lot of librarians are retiring, so, in this area anyway, there are positions open every year.

abkuenzel · June 2009

What about administration or guidance? I also agree with the media specialist option, they do a lot of computer work too.

aulrobbri · June 2009

Can you major in Spanish? You would be in HIGH demand where I live

celiabwatson · June 2009

I also went to a school where you had to get an undergrad degree and then go back for a Masters in Teaching. I got my degree in Psychology and French. I then got my Masters in Elem. Ed. Now I teach 1st/2nd grade at the best school in the world.?

?If I had to do it again I would have included Spanish in my college work because that skill is always in high demand. Even if you don't want to teach Spanish specifically, there are always many parents who you may need to be able to communicate with. If you decide to be a straight-up Elem. teacher the Spanish skills will set you apart. In terms of technology, that is another set of skills that will put you ahead of the curve in any teaching position. Technology integration is critical in getting a job in teaching these days. So, I would do some undergrad work in Spanish, Technology and probably some Developmental type psych classes and see what you have aptitudes in. Then decide.?

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