Career questions tagged elementary-education
what is the average salary for an elementary school teacher? is it easy to find a job as a teacher or do you have to have connections in certain districts?
im currently a junior in high school in Orange County ca. im hoping to major in elementary education and become a teacher in southern ca.
What are some skills I need to have to become a teacher if I already work with kids?
I help teach dance classes and help take care of my cousins.
Should I be a physician assistant or elementary school teacher?
I'm having a hard time picking which one I should be. I'm stuck between being a physician assistant or an elementary school teacher. I absolutely love little kids and I'll be so happy doing that in life but at the same time teachers are so underpaid. This year I took a lot of high school science related classes since I was thinking about being a physician assistant so maybe it makes sense to just continue with it but I'm not sure. I can't really handle blood either but my school offers so many science classes and less education centered classes.
If I am thinking of being a teacher as a current junior in high school, what are are best classes I can be taking right now?
I am thinking of doing Elementary, Middle School, maybe high school. I've also thought about possibly adding Special Education to it as well or teaching English as a second language. I'm not sure what others have tried or what has worked and has not worked for people.
What is the best school(s) for education?
I am a senior looking for good schools to attend.
What can I do during my senior year to help make me marketable or help me prepare to become an elementary teacher ?
I want to become an elementary teacher when I graduate. I want to know how to get ready.
How do you find what grade to teach ?
My grade is currently the 10th grade and I would like to become a teacher how do you know what grade to teach . Why do you need many degrees to go teach legaly
How do I become a good Elementary teacher?
How do I become a good Elementary teacher? What are some techniques to help the kids view you as a fun teacher?
How can I decide whether to transition to elementary teaching from the mental health counseling profession?
For as long as I can remember, I have gone back and forth between the two careers. I even have master's degrees in both fields, so I am technically qualified to do either. I have only ever worked in the mental health field though. I never really made the jump to being an elementary teacher. I have made pros and cons lists. I have thought about the differences in lifestyles. I ruminate over this regularly and it gives me a lot of anxiety. In my current job as a mental health therapist and own my own private practice, I can make my own hours, work as much or as little as I want and the pay is decent. My practice is telehealth only and I work from home. However, I am extremely lonely and really miss the camaraderie I experienced when I did my student teaching. Through my experience in student teaching and a short stint at a daycare after graduating with my Bachelor's in 2015, I really enjoyed the ability to be creative, come up with lesson plans and crafts/activities. Summer's off would be really great as well. I thought it was fun, whereas I would not say my current job is 'fun.' It's intellectually stimulating, but not fun. Oddly enough, I think the more structured schedule of a full-time job as a teacher may also be better for me mentally. I also know there are downsides to teaching, such as limited opportunity for advancement, difficult parents, difficult students, issues with administration, and the pay isn't great. Another kicker - I am currently 5 months pregnant, so I know I can't make any changes right now, and I also know I may feel differently about all of this once I have the baby. I am also concerned that since I completed my education degree and student teaching three years ago, I don't know who will write my letters of recommendations if I do decide to switch to teaching and apply for jobs. Any insight from someone who has made the switch from mental health counseling to teaching or from teaching to mental health counseling is helpful. Any insight that I might be missing about the field of education from teachers would also be helpful.
What are some tips to becoming a elementary school teacher?
Are there things to look out for as well?
What high school classes should I take to prepare for being an elementary teacher?
High school student asking for advice
How much is it typically to go to a state university?
How much is it typically to go to a state university? For Elementary teacher courses. Specifically Minnesota and Colorado.
How long would I have to attend college to become an Elementary teacher?
How long would I have to attend college to become an Elementary teacher? (Does it matter what college?) #FutureTeacher
What are some jobs that are similar to elementary education, but involve more individual work with students?
I would prefer to work in a one-on-one setting where I could better help the student, and connect with them. I would also love something that relates to ASL.
What should I know for elementary education major in college?
In my first year of college, any tips?
Is there any programs or websites that could help me with getting a headstart on my education pathway?
I'm 14 (15 in January 2024) and I'm certain that I am going into the education pathway. Hopefully a mathematics teacher for elementary or middle school students. I am looking for any way to get a headstart/ more info about it. I am currently in EdRising, which is helping me get some more info about the pathway. But, I am "hungry " for more info and knowledge. Any info or advice would help greatly.