想当个好老师不容易

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Although the requirements vary by state, you can learn the general requirements for earning a degree in education.

You Will Need

Academic counseling
College credits
An area of specialized content
A state teaching certificate

Step 1: Select your field of study（大学的时候，选择与教育相关的专业和学校）
Enroll in an education program at an accredited college or university. Degrees are generally available in Early Childhood Education, Middle Childhood Education, and Adolescent/Young Adult Education.

Education requirements vary by state and by type of school, so check with your state’s Department of Education for up-to-date information. Licensing requirements also differ for preschool, parochial, and vocational teachers.

Step 2: Complete your coursework（在大学阶段，不仅要完成自己的相关学分，还要做好教学准备工作）
Complete your college’s general studies requirements along with your education coursework. Most programs have a minimum grade point average requirement.

Step 3: Choose specialized content（选择一门专业的研究，有些教学工作还需要一定的出国经验等等）
Choose a specialized field of study, such as music or Spanish. Be aware that such avenues may involve additional certification requirements, such as studying abroad.

Some states have instituted an alternative licensure program, which allows people with a bachelor’s degree to teach in their major without the required education units.

Step 4: Finalize student teaching（在教学实习完成之后，你就可以投入到实际的工作中）
Complete the required student teaching hours. You will be supervised in the classroom to gain practical experience.

Step 5: Earn your license（在大学的学业修完之后，记得考取一个教师资格证）
Pass your final licensure examination in your chosen field of study. Upon passing, apply for a teaching license in your state.

Early formal teacher preparatory schools originated in some of the German states in the 18th century.