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I don't know where to start. I've been working in finance over the last five years, but I've become very disillusioned with my job as a "number cruncher" that I feel it's time for a change. I'm a bit old (I'm 28), so what would be the best route? Preferably, I'd like to teach in a different state. Should I be looking into a master's program in education or obtain alternative teacher certification?
I don't know where to start. I've been working in finance over the last five years, but I've become very disillusioned with my job as a "number cruncher" that I feel it's time for a change. I'm a bit old (I'm 28), so what would be the best route? Preferably, I'd like to teach in a different state. Should I be looking into a master's program in education or obtain alternative teacher certification?
Thank you
Where are you currently located?
BTW: As a teacher I am doing more and more "number crunching" every year.
You need to determine what state you are going to seek teaching positions in, and check with their state dept of education in regard to their certification standards and process. It varies state to state. In most cases, a master's in ed with no teaching certification isn't going to do very much for you in terms of getting into the classroom.
And, yes, there is now loads upon loads of paper pushing and number crunching and data collection and data analysis that is part and parcel of teaching. The feel-good image of the impassioned educator, instructing and enlightening and molding young minds is a romanticized view of a profession that has loads upon loads of administrative busywork crammed into the list of responsibilities one is tasked with. Actual TEACHING, as you probably understand it, is only one part of the role.
Before you embark on a teaching career, spend a good chunk of time in a classroom. My husband thought he wanted to teach and took the certification classes only to find it was nothing like he had envisioned. It was a huge disappointment for him, as well as a big outlay of time and money.
It might also be a good idea to ask current teachers about the pros/cons that come with the job. That way it will give you a better idea as to whether or not going into education really is the best move for you.
Why not? I think it would be more personally fulfilling. I've made enough money, so I don't care about that.
Have you ever taught before?
Ever subbed?
Ever talked to someone about the reality of teaching nowadays?
Do that first (if you haven't) and then make up your mind about becoming a teacher.
Have you ever taught before?
Ever subbed?
Ever talked to someone about the reality of teaching nowadays?
Do that first (if you haven't) and then make up your mind about becoming a teacher.
I've subbed before and have volunteered to grade state proficiency exams for high school students. So what's the next step? This is a sincere question. I already am aware of the negatives, I was a student myself.
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