Terry Said:

What is the best way to study for the Florida subject area K-6 Elementary Teaching certification exam?

We Answered:

Teaching certification exam

Ellen Said:

Could I teach in an elementary school with a BA in Sociology and Teacher certification?

We Answered:

Only way to know for sure is to check with your state's department of education or state board of education.
My state (Ohio), for example, issues different licenses for elementary, middle childhood, and young adolescent. You need one of the first two to teach in elementary.

Anne Said:

How do I get elementary teaching certification in California?

We Answered:

You need to obtain a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential. There are a variety of paths, but they all involve teacher preparation programs, which include both coursework and teaching experience. You can find additional information on these pathways at this government site: http://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/teach-…

Once you finish a program (or at some point while you are in it), you will need to take and pass the required California tests for teachers. http://certificationmap.com/states/calif… has testing information as well as other useful facts such as average California teacher salaries.

When you complete your program and pass the required tests, you will need to apply, either individually or through someone at your program, for a credential from the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Upon approval, you will be able to teach in California public schools.

Carmen Said:

As a student teacher, what's the best way to study for my elementary Tx certification exams?

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I took my massachusetts teaching exam last march and passed the first shot for the english sections and i have to take my content one next year but I didnt study at all for the first one and had no trouble with it. If its for your content area section just review all of your material and im sure youll be fine. hope this helps!

Ella Said:

how can i get a special ed certification in nj?

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NJ Department of Education is the place to start. http://www.nj.gov/education/

The only time you can work in special education while going to college is under emergency certification which has to be requested by the district that hired you. Right now the only district that can do this would be ABBOTT School Districts however the gov has just placed a hiring freeze.

If you enter the college program once you graduate you send information to the state and you will be dual certified.

Florence Said:

What are the benefits of obtaining a National Board Certification for teaching?

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This is a very difficult process. Not only is it time consuming but it's also mentally exhausting. You have to typically complete it while teaching. Some school districts do offer some form of scholarship. I know that about 1/4 of people who go through the entire process each year end up not getting the certification and no there is isn't a refund.

I do have to say that getting this does help craft you into a better teacher. You really have to delve deeply into your teaching practices and use supporting evidence to back up your talk! You get I think 2400.00 dollars extra per year if not more. However your certificate does need to be rewnewed and it is yet another arduous process to go through again. Fortunately you will be celebrated. The national board certificatied teacher is RARE! You will probably have a super easy time getting job outside the state or actually within the state if you switch schools.