How do I get certified to teach preschool, if I already am a certified HS teacher?
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It really depends on where you are certified.  If you are in certain states all you have to do is take a test for the subject area you wish to gain certification.  In Oklahoma you would have to take two tests, one for early childhood, and another that is called a professional exam (only necessary if you are certified high school and want elementary or if elementary and wanting high school).\nIn other states you must take the course work.  Either way I would advise taking the course work to refresh yourself for the test and gain new ideas, plus it makes you look better.
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You need to go to a 4 year university and major in elementary education.  If your high school has a teacher academy for students, you could enroll in that.  That would give you a head start, and may count towards some of your college classes.
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You need to take a placement test and then you can teach in Jersey as well.\nNew Jersey is great.  Especially Ramsey/allendale area
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college degree and/or teaching certificate. verys from state to state.
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Uh unfortunately no. (lol) In NJ we have what is called an "Alternate Route" program. It may be the same in other states but with a different name. Basically you will not have to go back and go through an extensive formal teaching program. Instead,  you will probably have to take basic teaching courses, and maybe a relevant psychology or two. Check with your states Education Association for more information. Try to look for a link along the lines of "Alternate Route"
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Here in Pennsylvania, one can get certified to teach a multitude of subjects at the high school level.  In addition to secondary Math, Science, English, and History, one can also earn certification to teach German, Spanish, French, Latin, and other foreign languages; Health and Physical Education; Technology Education; Business Education, including Accounting, Bookkeeping, Marketing, etc.; Special Education for visually/hearing impaired, learning disabled, etc.; plus certification to teach specialized subjects at some (vocational) schools such as Culinary Arts, Mechanics, Electronics, etc.  \n\nHome Ec is still a subject in many schools, but it goes by different names.  In our district, home ec is now called Family and Consumer Science (FCS).  You can obtain a special FCS certification, but very few schools nationally offer an FCS certification program.  FCS teachers are at a premium!\n\nSincerely, \n\nPA teacher
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Do you want to teach high school?\n\nDo you have a degree in education?\n\nIf you have a degree in education you need to determing which state in the US you want to teach in. You of course would need a work permit because you are from another country and a visa, etc.\n\nBut as far as teaching each state has different requirements. You would need to contact the state that you have interest in (board of education) and see which tests, etc. you need to take in order to get a license in that state.\n\nIf you want to teach at the university it is much simpler. You need at least a masters degree but it does not have to be in education. Simply contact a university that is hiring in your field and inquire. To teach at this level you would just need to get the work permits, etc. and would need to get a license for teaching.
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go to your schools learning center if you are not a student go to a school that you want to teach at and ask them.
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There's a good chance that whatever certifications you hold in Florida will transfer to Chicago.  check the appropriate agency that certify preK in Chicago.  You could start with the Illinois department of Ed. \n\n All states give you the run around.  I recommend going directly to the department of Ed Certification office.  After over a year of corresponding with one state I finally just stopped by to find out that all I needed was a one simple document.  When I had called no one seemed to be able to give me that info.
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Rules are different everywhere so you really need to ask those questions of someone in your area.  Possibly visit a preschool and ask the teachers there.  They should be able to point you in the right direction.
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Lots of colleges and universities offer teacher certification programs. Just about all of them do. Call up the local universities, ask for admissions, and they will let you know if they do or not.\n\nIf you plan to be a teacher, start paying more attention in your English classes to spelling, grammar, punctuation and capitalization.
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It is great to hear a young person enthusiastic about becoming a teacher!!!  Good for you!  You are already well on the way!!\n\nDon't worry too much about which courses you take in high school as long as they are college/university prep courses.  Generally, any school that offers a degree in education will be fine, but check out the regulations in the area you want to teach.   Teacher certification differs from state to state.   \n\nYou already have two of the most important requirements for becoming a good teacher - you are enthusiastic and positive and you like children.  The things you will learn in your teacher training courses are also very important as they will give you the confidence that you not only want to teach, but also know something about how children learn, about learning styles, about teaching students with learning disabilities, etc.  Don't underestimate the value and importance of your formal teacher training.  It will be part of your strength as a teacher.\n\nTake care and follow your dreams.
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Get a masters degree and teach at a community college. In some states you can teach while you take the required classes to obtain certification...you have to teach elementary school though.
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You can also check within the region or district to which you are applying.  If that particular state's districts need teachers, the possibilities are endless for landing a position and meeting the certification requirements within a certain limits.  Good Luck!
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Look at the teachers credentials.  Some preschools only have high school graduates.  You should get your monies worth.  Look at the curriculum-are they providing your child with any education?  Ask for a daily schedule.  Consider class size.  Ask about their discipline policies.
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You can receive emergency certification in many school districts throughout the states.  You might have better luck in rural or inner city school districts.  I know people who taught in Florida without teaching certificates.  You should be in a program b/c you will have better luck getting a job.  Typically you have to earn 9 credits a year to maintain emergency certification.  A lot of school districts are shying away from the emergency certification due to no child left behind.  They are being held accountable to hire more highly qualified teachers.  You might have better luck applying to private schools but the pay is typically lower.
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Try Pheonix University. They are an online university where you can study to become a teacher. I hope I helped you some.