i want to be a pre-k teacher what do i need to do in oder to be one?
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Do you want to be a childcare "teacher" in a day care program or a "pre-k teacher" in a more structured educational program?  To work in a day care you need a high school diploma, first aid, and other continuing education credits (some will ask for an associate's degree) but not necessarily college.  \nTo teach "pre-k" in a more structured program you will need a college degree.  In many states it is now a teacher certification area requiring state licensure and qualifies you to teach in programs like head start, pre-k, kindergarten, etc. \nLook at colleges with "early childhood education" programs.  They are usually part of the education school/ department.
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You will need a BS in Math and depending on your state, probably a teacher certification with it.  You can double major in many schools and have a bachelor degree in Mathematics and in Education.  If you really want a career teaching, and want it to be Math... that would be my choice.  Check on what teacher credentials are required in your state.\n\nSue
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I am a pre-school teacher and my advice to you is to have lots and lots of Patience. Try to remember that they are just children and take it from me it is hard  to do that at times(bless their little hearts)! Stay on their level and make their learning experience fun, fun, fun! Most of all, love them and remember they look up to you.
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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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PreK age is a great place to start because you don't have to legally do anything and its a great time to try out homeschooling to see if it fits your family for later years. I would suggest becoming involved with a homeschooling group for support in case you decide to continue for K.\n  PreK can be a lot of fun.  Keep worksheets to a minimum(if at all) and concentrate on lots of hands on, discovery learning, messy crafts, nature walks, etc.  Read out loud a ton of picture books on a variety of topics.  Take the time to point out letters in the titles and later see if you child can pick out certain letters.  Make a number line on the driveway or on your stairs and have your child jump to certain numbers.  Do simple addition and subtraction with a variety of small toys or food.  Look at things with a magnifying glass.  Study space  and other themes.  Cook and play with measuring cups and spoons in water or beans. Play letter or number matching games, make letter puppets that say their sounds. Trace letters in pudding or mud. Graph m+m's, match leaves, grow frogs and butterflies...the list goes on and on.  It is so much  fun!  You will be amazed at the results!! \n  If you do decide to homeschool for elementary, check out your state homeschooling guidelines.  In our state, we fill out a paper notifying the school and we need to prove progress in math and language arts.  Progress can be proved by a national test in our home once a year or by a portfolio we create demonstrating progress.  Social studies and science are wide open and can follow a student's interests and don't have to be tested.  Some states don't require any testing, others have more specific requirements. ---
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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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A teacher has to have a Bachelor's Degree (4 years) and a teaching certificate.  The certificate is usually earned by persuing your Bachelor's, doing a semester of student teaching, and then passing a teacher's exam.  \n\nA couple of states, like Massachusetts, are beginning to require teachers to hold a Master's Degree, which is an additional two years, but that is rare. \n\nIf you are considering teaching, I would strongly advise P.E.  You make as much as any other teacher, have your summers off, and far less responsibility.
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Follow your teachers' instructions. \nBe polit and courteous.\nArrive on time and attend regularly.\nComplete your homework/coursework and meet deadlines.\nListen carefully.\nTake an active part in lessons by asking/answering questions and completing everything set.\nRead around your subjects to broaden your knowledge and understanding.\nAbove all try your best!
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what ever place you go to please check and visit with the teachers. Ask about the curriculum and what educational components that they offer. \n\nMost preschools should have advertisements for enrollment in newspapers.\n\nBe sure you are comfortable with your childs teachers.
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If you want to be a teacher you have to do a teaching course, either that or do the child care course then a PG Dip to allow you to teach.  If you are not sure what course is right for you, you should speak to the admissions dept at the college who can tell you more about the course entry requirements and couse contents, also ask if you can speak to a careers advisor who will be able to help.  If you got A & B grades for your highers/A levels then you could go to university and do your course there.  The careers advisor at the college would be a good starting point though. Good luck.
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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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It probably depends on what you want to teach (early childhood, adolescent/ young adult- business education, middle grades-another subject area).  You may want to start by spending some time subbing to see if you really do like it and which age group you want to work with.  You will eventually need to become a certified teacher but there are a few approaches you can take: \n1. Start by going to the Ohio department of education website and seeing what their requirements are.  Your options are usually through a college, through a district, or through the state department of ed.  If you apply directly to the state (it usually takes a long time) they will tell you you need to complete certain classes, take certain tests (such as Praxis), and gain field experience in a classroom as a (student) teacher.  \n2.  Look at local colleges with teacher education programs.  If you want to do business ed or another secondary subject area for which you already have most of the undergraduate classes (equivalent to a major in that subject area) you  might be able to do it through a post-bac program or a MAT.  A MAT gets  you a masters in education and certified at the same time and many of them are organized to run in the evenings so you can continue working until you get near to student teaching.  For early childhood education, it would probably take you longer but you would need to look at similar options. \n3.  Look at local schools.  If any need a business education teacher but have no certified person applying they could consider you.  You would get an emergency certificate and have to work toward certification (evening and summers) while you were already employed as as teacher.  \n4.  In areas with real teacher shortages, they sometimes have alternative programs to get people quickly into the schools.  Keep your eyes open (look at school district websites, the department of education website, etc.).  \n5.  Most private schools (and charter schools in some states) are not required to hire certified teachers.  The pay isn't as good but the environment sometimes helps make up  for that.  \n\nGood luck.
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I don't teach the small kids, but I think that there are some things that all teachers need to do before the kids come in:\n\n1.  Make sure your room is set up with the appropriate materials, posters, decorations....  Every grade requires that certain things are posted.  You may have to have a calendar posted with the days of the week spelled out and the seasons posted on it for little ones.  You may need the basic colors posted, the alphabet....\n\n2.  Make sure that you have a week and a half worth of lessons planned.  Teachers have to overplan at all times.\n\n3.  Call the parents to introduce yourself.\n\n4.  Prepare a letter to the parents.\n\n5.  Prepare a syllabus and rule list for your parents to read and sign.\n\nI hope this helps a bit!
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Well the criteria for pre-school education is to go to school that has an chile development program. The highest form of education you need to be a preschool teacher is to get your CDA (Child Development Associate) certification. This certification doesn't take very long to achieve and most of thetime the classes are in the evening depending on the institution you choose to go to. But once you have you CDA, there are only a few more classes until you can obtain you Associates Degree in child development.
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it depends on your state, the age levels you'd like to work with, and the type of TA you'd like to be. \n\nIf you're interested in working in public schools with K-12th grade, check with your state and the school district (most school districts have a webpage that includes hiring information and will tell you exactly what they expect for their TAs).\n\nIf you're interested in working with infants/toddlers/preschoolers, then you'll want to take Early Childhood Education credits.  Most community colleges offer those.  Just a couple courses usually get you qualified to be a TA in a preschool.  The more ECE credits you earn, the higher up the chain (and pay scale) you can go. There are lots of these jobs listed in the classifieds of most newspapers.  They often say the # of credits required to apply.  \n\nGood luck!  (remember there are lots of jobs out there that don't require weekends -- be prepared to work hard M-F if you're a TA.)
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Coming from the teaching profession I feel that I can answer this.  I think that first and formost you need a connection with the kids that you teach.  If that is being a know it all, being quick on your feet, or what ever.  Second you need to be consistant and Fair.  Third be Firm with your decision and do not waver unless you are absolutely sure you are wrong with your first responce.  Forth do your best to never be wrong with your first responce.  :)  Fifth but not the last, listen to your kids and observe.  If you do all these things you will not fail.  :)
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Requirements for regular licenses to teach kindergarten through grade 12 vary by State. However, all States require general education teachers to have a bachelor’s degree and to have completed an approved teacher training program with a prescribed number of subject and education credits, as well as supervised practice teaching. Some States also require technology training and the attainment of a minimum grade point average. A number of States require that teachers obtain a master’s degree in education within a specified period after they begin teaching.