By Debbie Rispoli Fox Lane High School

Post Secondary 1.6 million jobs in both pubic and private colleges Vocational education teachers are leading the way with 119,000 jobs This should remain stable

Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle and Secondary Pre-K through 12 th grade teachers held 3.8 million jobs Geographic location contributes to the number of job opportunities-- larger population = more teachers

Character Education Inquiry Based Learning Collaboration Learning Styles Classrooms Conflict Resolution/Mediation Multicultural Education Professionalization Cooperative Learning Psycholinguistics Critical Thinking School Choices Standards Movement Teachers as Researchers Educational Projects Technology Functional Behavior Assessments The Age of Accountability English Language Learning Equity and Excellence Disaster Preparedness School Violence Distance Learning

Administrators Teachers Specialists Teacher’s Assistants Security

All 50 states require Public School teachers to be licensed by the State Board of Education. Licensure is not required for Private Schools.

Post Secondary  Varies widely, depending on the subject and education institution  Most common--bachelor’s degree plus work experience  Four-year colleges and universities want a doctoral degree for full-time, tenure- track employment

K-12 Teachers  Must have a bachelor’s degree  Complete an approved teacher training program  Prescribed number of subject and education credits  Supervised practice teaching  Some states require technology training  Most states require a master’s degree  Must pass a competency test in basic skills

Vocational Teachers  Same requirements as their academic counterparts  However, experience is important– may be licensed without bachelors degree if can demonstrate expertise in their field

Pre-School Teachers  Some states require a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education  Other states require an associate’s degree  Others require a certification by a nationally recognized authority--CDA

Earnings Average $34,000-$93,000 Additional earnings from: Teaching additional courses Consulting Research Writing for publication Fringe Benefits Access to campus facilitates Tuition waivers for dependents Housing and travel allowances Paid sabbatical leaves

Fringe Benefits Unions Health Insurance Paid sick leave Paid sabbatical leaves Earnings  Average $39,810-$44,340  Private Schools earn less  Additional earnings from:  Coaching  Extracurricular Activities  Summer School  Acting as a mentor

Know your strengths and weaknesses, and be prepared to explain both to a stranger Research the position, and know a bit about the school and/or school district's unique needs Practice explaining to yourself out loud in simple terms why you are good match for this job Come up with a compelling reason that you are a good fit for the position Bring: hard copies of your resume and your portfolio Send a thank you letter

Questions will generally be from four areas: Situational - "What would you do..." Observational - "What are your thoughts on..." Conceptual/Personal - "What is your philosophy of..." Behavioral - "Tell me about a time when..."

_Very rewarding—you are making a difference in someone's life _Summer vacations _Interaction with the students _Planning creative lessons _Being a role model

Standardized testing Lack of respect Dealing with certain parents

Psychology Courses related to content you would like to teach--i.e. Math Teacher=Advanced Math Classes Internship

 Baby sit  Tutor  Elementary school homework clubs  Assist in the academic center  Intern at Sylvan Learning CenterSylvan Learning Center

Westchester Community College Early Childhood, A.A.S.Early Childhood Early Childhood, CertificateEarly Childhood Dutchess Community College Early Childhood (ECH) - A.A.S. Early Childhood Caregiver - Certificate

Pace University School of Education Manhattanville College School of Education Iona College Department Of Education

New York City Schools Private Schools throughout the area Public Schools throughout the area BOCES Daycare Centers Colleges and Universities