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Gracie
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What are important things to consider when pursuing a career in secondary education?
I am looking to pursue a career as a high school math teacher. What are some important steps when deciding which path to take to enter a career like this? What would put me in the best position as an entry-level educator?
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Dominick Masenga
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First, congratulation because you have a vision that guides you what you want and who you want to be,
And because of that, your suppose to put effort on Math subject so that you can understand better and achieve best score.
But don't forget to study also the supporting subject if available
Finally teach your colleague for what you know about Math and that will help you to remember and understand
And because of that, your suppose to put effort on Math subject so that you can understand better and achieve best score.
But don't forget to study also the supporting subject if available
Finally teach your colleague for what you know about Math and that will help you to remember and understand
sheila singh
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I was a professor of Sociology for 10 years so from my experience you must ask yourself many questions before you even start your career path in secondary education.
1. Can you commit to the education and certifications required to become a teacher/ professor? If professor, you will need a 10+ years of secondary education.
2. Can you stay positive and calm in high stress situations? Often you will be in a classroom with anywhere from 30 to 500 students. Everyone is watching you and looking up to you at all times. Students disrupt, talk, text on their phones continuously. You will have to maintain yourself and composure the entire time no matter what.
3. Can you motivate people who might not be interested at all in the subject you teach? This is the criteria on how you will be judged as a good teacher.
4. Can you work for very little money? Most educators make much much less money than "regular" office jobs. So while your current classmates will go out in a traditional work field and make 3x-10x what you make, you will be working many more hours with very less pay.
5. Can you work over 60 hours a week, every week, even in the summer "break"? Teachers do not get time off in the summer, they create their lesson plans and design courses. This is often more demanding than the teaching as it needs to be very well planned out.
6. Are you good at planning? This will be a requirement for your job. A well structured syllabus that shows what students are required to do day after day, week after week, exam after exam for an entire semester is imperative to this job.
7. Can you commit to this profession for an entire career? Know that it is very difficult to leave academia because your education, certifications and skills will not be very relevant to any other job outside of teaching. This will be extremely problematic if you realize at any point you no longer want to teach.
Good luck!
1. Can you commit to the education and certifications required to become a teacher/ professor? If professor, you will need a 10+ years of secondary education.
2. Can you stay positive and calm in high stress situations? Often you will be in a classroom with anywhere from 30 to 500 students. Everyone is watching you and looking up to you at all times. Students disrupt, talk, text on their phones continuously. You will have to maintain yourself and composure the entire time no matter what.
3. Can you motivate people who might not be interested at all in the subject you teach? This is the criteria on how you will be judged as a good teacher.
4. Can you work for very little money? Most educators make much much less money than "regular" office jobs. So while your current classmates will go out in a traditional work field and make 3x-10x what you make, you will be working many more hours with very less pay.
5. Can you work over 60 hours a week, every week, even in the summer "break"? Teachers do not get time off in the summer, they create their lesson plans and design courses. This is often more demanding than the teaching as it needs to be very well planned out.
6. Are you good at planning? This will be a requirement for your job. A well structured syllabus that shows what students are required to do day after day, week after week, exam after exam for an entire semester is imperative to this job.
7. Can you commit to this profession for an entire career? Know that it is very difficult to leave academia because your education, certifications and skills will not be very relevant to any other job outside of teaching. This will be extremely problematic if you realize at any point you no longer want to teach.
Good luck!
TLAUREN TLAUREN
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What topics interest you?
Biology, math, or engineering? Finding a program that you are interested in is the most important consideration when choosing a postsecondary education.
Where exactly is the campus?
How far away from home do you want to be?
Is it simple for you to return home by plane, train, car, or public transportation?
Or, would you rather remain at home while you attend school?
What do you think the campus looks like?
Be specific about what you want out of a postsecondary education.
How do you like to learn?
Based on your experience in high-school, do you find you work better with more one-on-one teaching or are you comfortable with self-directed study?
Do you prefer learning that is more theoretical or more hands-on, individualized?
Do you want a comprehensive education that can be used in a variety of contexts and professions?
Would you rather have a more specific focus that gives you the information you need to choose a career path in the future?
Think about possible career paths. What kind of postsecondary education will you need to be successful and in demand after graduation? Will you need a bachelor's degree or a diploma to compete? When choosing your postsecondary education, you should think about all of these things.
What do you hope to get out of your time in higher education?
Your life on campus is a significant component of your postsecondary education experience.It can be challenging to make the move from high school, and how you live your life outside of class will be critical to your happiness and success.
What kinds of events are available on 7? Know how much it will cost. Have you set aside money for it?Intending to seek after a postsecondary instruction is a critical choice and quite possibly of the main speculation you will make and ought to be treated in that capacity.The following are some things to consider:
What is the tuition cost?
Other than tuition, what other costs must you cover, such as books, housing, a bus pass, a parking pass, etc.?
How much money is available for scholarships and loans?
Are campus part-time employment opportunities available?
When there are so many distinct and valuable options, choosing a path to postsecondary education can be difficult.
It is recommended that you look into degree-granting programs:
Honours Bachelor of Arts and Science – Environmental Sustainability (Specialization in Ecosystem Management) Degree with Environmental Technician Diploma • Honours Bachelor of Science – Applied Life Sciences (Specialization in Biomedical Techniques) Degree with Biotechnology-Health Diploma Honours Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) Degree with Computer Programmer Diploma
Choosing a postsecondary education program that combines the best of both college and university this will give you a combination of teaching styles, practical and theoretical approaches, and an advantage when it comes to joining the working world.
Biology, math, or engineering? Finding a program that you are interested in is the most important consideration when choosing a postsecondary education.
Where exactly is the campus?
How far away from home do you want to be?
Is it simple for you to return home by plane, train, car, or public transportation?
Or, would you rather remain at home while you attend school?
What do you think the campus looks like?
Be specific about what you want out of a postsecondary education.
How do you like to learn?
Based on your experience in high-school, do you find you work better with more one-on-one teaching or are you comfortable with self-directed study?
Do you prefer learning that is more theoretical or more hands-on, individualized?
Do you want a comprehensive education that can be used in a variety of contexts and professions?
Would you rather have a more specific focus that gives you the information you need to choose a career path in the future?
Think about possible career paths. What kind of postsecondary education will you need to be successful and in demand after graduation? Will you need a bachelor's degree or a diploma to compete? When choosing your postsecondary education, you should think about all of these things.
What do you hope to get out of your time in higher education?
Your life on campus is a significant component of your postsecondary education experience.It can be challenging to make the move from high school, and how you live your life outside of class will be critical to your happiness and success.
What kinds of events are available on 7? Know how much it will cost. Have you set aside money for it?Intending to seek after a postsecondary instruction is a critical choice and quite possibly of the main speculation you will make and ought to be treated in that capacity.The following are some things to consider:
What is the tuition cost?
Other than tuition, what other costs must you cover, such as books, housing, a bus pass, a parking pass, etc.?
How much money is available for scholarships and loans?
Are campus part-time employment opportunities available?
When there are so many distinct and valuable options, choosing a path to postsecondary education can be difficult.
It is recommended that you look into degree-granting programs:
Honours Bachelor of Arts and Science – Environmental Sustainability (Specialization in Ecosystem Management) Degree with Environmental Technician Diploma • Honours Bachelor of Science – Applied Life Sciences (Specialization in Biomedical Techniques) Degree with Biotechnology-Health Diploma Honours Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) Degree with Computer Programmer Diploma
Choosing a postsecondary education program that combines the best of both college and university this will give you a combination of teaching styles, practical and theoretical approaches, and an advantage when it comes to joining the working world.