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By Debbie Rispoli Fox Lane High School

Education. By Debbie Rispoli Fox Lane High School. Employment Opportunities. 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. Employment Opportunities.

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By Debbie Rispoli Fox Lane High School

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  1. Education By Debbie Rispoli Fox Lane High School

  2. Employment Opportunities 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

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

  4. 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 Educational Trends

  5. Subdivisions/Departments • Administrators • Teachers • Specialists • Teacher’s Assistants • Security

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

  7. Required Education 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

  8. Required Education 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

  9. Required Education 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

  10. Required Education 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

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

  12. Earnings Average $39,810-$44,340 Private Schools earn less Additional earnings from: Coaching Extracurricular Activities Summer School Acting as a mentor Compensation K-12 FringeBenefits • Unions • Health Insurance • Paid sick leave • Paid sabbatical leaves

  13. Tips for Getting Hired • 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

  14. Common Types of Questions 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..."

  15. Likes about Teaching • Very rewarding—you are making a difference in someone's life • Summer vacations • Interaction with the students • Planning creative lessons • Being a role model

  16. Dislikes about Teaching • Standardized testing • Lack of respect • Dealing with certain parents

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

  18. What jobs can you do in High School to build a Resume? • Baby sit • Tutor • Elementary school homework clubs • Assist in the academic center • Intern at Sylvan Learning Center

  19. Two-Year Colleges Westchester Community College • Early Childhood, A.A.S. • Early Childhood, Certificate Dutchess Community College • Early Childhood (ECH) - A.A.S. • Early Childhood Caregiver - Certificate

  20. Four-Year Colleges Pace University • School of Education Manhattanville College • School of Education Iona College • Department Of Education

  21. Future Employment New York City Schools Private Schools throughout the area Public Schools throughout the area BOCES Daycare Centers Colleges and Universities

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