Teaching License
Teachers play a crucial role in helping children to develop their intellectual, social, sporting, and personal capacities. Teachers usually specialize in a certain level of education such as elementary school or secondary school. Elementary school teachers generally lead a class and teach all subjects; middle and secondary school teachers specialize in a specific subject or subjects and teach different classes.
Every state requires public school teachers to hold a teaching license. Degrees that can qualify you for licensure include a bachelor's degree in education, usually majoring in the subject you want to teach, or a degree in a related field such as early childhood education.
To make the most of the employment opportunities in teaching, you should be willing to be geographically mobile. Teachers specializing in special education, English as a second language, or math and science should have the best job opportunities.
In 2009, kindergarten, elementary school teachers earned median annual wages of $50,510, while secondary school teachers took home $52,200. Pay can rise for teachers with more experience or a master's degree in education.
People usually remember their best teacher--the one who inspired them to follow a certain path or helped them to grow in confidence. If you believe you could be that teacher, check out the teaching degree near you today, or look for online degrees in teacher education.
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- MS - Integrative Studies
- MS - K-12 Studies in Education
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- MS - Early Childhood Education
American InterContinental University Online's flexible curriculum allows you to study when and where it's most convenient. Earn your degree at an accelerated pace from an accredited school that is respected by employers.- Master's (M. Ed.) in Educational Assessment and Evaluation
- Master's (M.Ed.) - Adult Education and Training
Advance your teaching career with an online master's degree from University of Southern California's Rossier School of Education. This accelerated program provides the opportunity to earn a respected Master of Arts in Teaching degree and be recommended for your state teaching credential.- Master of Arts in Teaching
Don't Miss a Day of Your Future! Grand Canyon University is offering Bachelor and Master degrees through our College of Education, Ken Blanchard College of Business, College of Nursing & Health Sciences, College of Liberal Arts, and College of Entrepreneurship. Classes start soon!- M.A. in Teaching - Professional Learning Communities (Does not lead to initial teacher licensure)
- M.Ed. in Elementary Education (Leads to initial teacher licensure)
- M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction: Reading - Elementary Education (Does not lead to initial teacher licensure)
- M.Ed. in Elementary Education (Does not lead to initial teacher licensure)
- M.Ed. in Early Childhood (Leads to initial teacher licensure)
Balance your personal and professional commitments while earning a respected Ph.D., master's degree, or bachelor's degree online at Walden University. Programs offered in management, education, psychology and health and human services.- M.S.Ed - Professional Development (Grades PreK-12)
- M.S. in Education
- M.S.Ed - Middle Level Education (Grades 5-8)
- M.S.Ed - Elementary Reading and Mathematics (Grades K-6)
- M.S.Ed - Elementary Reading and Literacy (Grades preK-6)
As the largest private university in North America, University of Phoenix has more than 200 locations, and is available online in most countries around the world. Whether you're seeking a college degree at an associate's, bachelor's, master's, or doctoral level, we can help you reach your academic goal—and sooner than you might think.- M.A. in Education/Elementary Teacher Education
- M.A. in Education/Early Childhood Ed.
- M.A. in Education/Adult Education and Training
- M.A. in Education/Secondary Teacher Education
- M.A. in Education/Teacher Education Middle Level Generalist
Take your career to the next level with a degree from Concordia University. Earn your associate, bachelor's, or master's degree from one of our four colleges: education; health and human services; theology, arts, and sciences; and management.- M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction: Curriculum & Instruction: Early Childhood Education
Earn a high quality degree in Business, IT, Education, or Communications. Jones International University® offers self-paced bachelor's and master's degrees tailored to your needs.
- M.Ed. in Elementary Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment: Teacher Licensure
- MEd in Elementary Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment
- M.Ed. in Adult Education
- M.Ed. in Secondary Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment: Teacher Licensure
- M.Ed. in Secondary Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment
Boost your career with an education from Kendall College Early Childhood Education Program. Earn a Bachelor of Arts degree or Illinois Type 04 certification online while continuing to work, earn an income, and manage your personal life.- Illinois Type 04 Certification Preparation (Post-Baccalaureate)
