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Undergraduate Handbook for Students in Teacher Education
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DRAFT 5 – June '06
Undergraduate Handbook for Students in Teacher Education
Vision and Mission of Western Kentucky University
Vision: “Western Kentucky University aspires to be the best comprehensive public university in Kentucky and among the best in the nation.”
Mission: “Western Kentucky University prepares students to be productive citizens of a global society and provides service and lifelong learning opportunities for its constituents.”
Vision and Mission of Professional Education at Western Kentucky University
Vision: “The professional education unit is a community of learners committed to life-long learning in their own lives, as well as fostering a spirit of inquiry in the lives of others. Professional education faculty provide a dynamic, intellectually stimulating environment that reflects current knowledge of how individuals learn and the best instructional practices to facilitate learning and development.”
Mission: “The mission of professional education at Western Kentucky University is to provide high quality undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs that prepare teachers and other education personnel to facilitate the learning of all P-12 students at high levels and to implement best practices in schooling through collaboration with colleagues, families, community members, and support agencies.”
Overview of the Teaching Profession
According to the 2006-2007 edition of the Occupational Outlook Handbook, in 2004 there were approximately 3.8 million persons employed as preschool, kindergarten, elementary, middle, and secondary teachers, in both public and private settings in the United States. In all 50 states and the District of Columbia public school teachers must be licensed, and as licensure (certification) requirements vary somewhat from state to state, a student who wishes to teach in a particular state should contact that state’s Department of Education regarding licensure. A complete list of the contact information for each state’s Department of Education can be found on the web site for the U.S. Department of Education.
In general, applicants for licensure as teachers in every state should expect to be required to meet the following qualifications:
- Have at least a bachelor's degree, and, in some states, a fifth year or master's degree
- Complete an approved, accredited education program
- Have a major or minor in education (for elementary education teaching)
- Have a major in the subject area in which they plan to teach (for middle or high school teaching)
- Have a strong liberal arts foundation
- Pass a state competency test, the widely used PRAXIS exam, or another exam (For information about PRAXIS, visit the Web site of the Educational Testing Service.) Source)
The U.S. Department of Labor estimates that the demand for teachers over the next ten years to “vary from good to excellent, depending on the locality, grade level, and subject taught” (Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2006-2007). More demand is expected in rural areas and inner cities, as well as in geographical areas experiencing greater population growth. Some of the subject areas currently experiencing high demand are special education, math and science education, and foreign language education, though some regions are experiencing teacher shortages in other content areas as well. Further information about the job outlook for teachers in Kentucky can be found on the Kentucky Department of Education web site.
Salary comparisons are difficult to make from state to state or even from school district to school district because teacher salaries are based on the number of working days specified in the contract, and that varies widely. However, according to the 2006-2007 Occupational Outlook Handbook, in 2004 “median annual earnings of kindergarten, elementary, middle, and secondary school teachers ranged from $41,400 to $45,920,” and “beginning teachers with a bachelor’s degree earned an average of $31,704 in the 2003-2004 school year.” The 2004 American Federation of Teachers Salary survey found that in 2003-2004 the average salary for beginning teachers in Kentucky was $28,416, and the average salary for all Kentucky teachers was $39,831. These salaries are generally for individuals on 10-month contracts and do not include the extra income some teachers earn for taking on additional responsibilities (such as coaching) or teaching summer school.
For additional information about the teaching profession, see the sites listed above and consult the Occupational Outlook Handbook. Two other useful sites are those of the National Education Association and the Kentucky Education Association.
Requirements for Admission to Teacher Education at Western Kentucky University
- To be admitted to teacher education, students must meet the following criteria: (see this web site for the student checklist)
- File an application for admission to teacher education (TA1 form).
- Achieve and maintain a minimum overall GPA of 2.5.
- File the following documents:
- TA-3 form to indicate that he/she understands such information as current employment conditions, demands of the teaching field, wide range of skills essential to the teaching field, amount and nature of required class work, necessity of becoming involved in clinical experiences, increasing complexity of the teaching profession, cut-off scores on required tests, and academic attainment required for admission.
- A statement indicating no convictions or pending charges on a felony or a sexual misconduct misdemeanor. Individuals with a conviction or pending charges must contact and confer with the Director of Teacher Admissions. Falsification of this statement will result in immediate removal from teacher education.
- A statement indicating receipt of written copies of the following: requirements for admission to teacher education and student teaching; components/requirements related to program courses (portfolios, authentic assessment techniques, field experiences); “Program Matriculation Standards Correlated to Teacher Admission”; current Kentucky certification testing requirements (PRAXIS).
- A statement to indicate a commitment to uphold the Professional Code of Ethics for Kentucky School Personnel
- Complete COMM 145 or 161 (or equivalent) with a grade of “C” or higher
- Earn at least a 2.5 GPA in English 100 and 300 (or equivalent courses), with neither grade lower than a C. English credit earned with an Advanced Placement score of 3 or higher; ACT English score of 21; SAT 990; or CLEP test will be accepted as equivalent to a B.
- Provide verification of basic academic skills, as indicated by one of the following:
- Enhanced ACT with a minimum composite score of 21
- SAT minimum composite score of 990
- Praxis I Pre-Professional Skills Test (PPST) with minimums of 173 in Mathematics, 173 in Reading, and 172 in Writing
- GRE with a minimum score of 800 overall (Verbal plus Quantitative) and a 3.5 Analytical Writing score, or a 2000 GAP score (undergraduate GPA X GRE), and a 3.5 Analytical Writing Score (This option is for those who have completed a baccalaureate degree.)
- Complete 30 semester hours of course work outside of teacher education
- Receive three positive faculty recommendations. Recommendations must come from faculty instructors of designated courses; consult the Office of Teacher Admissions for details. Note that recommendations serve as an evaluation of the candidate’s disposition for the education profession.
- (after completion of at least 45 semester hours) Provide a copy of an approved and signed degree program.
PRAXIS Policies and Procedures
The PRAXIS is a nationally-administered, standardized series of professional assessments for beginning teachers. Praxis I is an assessment of basic academic skills and is one of the options students may choose to meet the basic skills requirement for admission to teacher education. Praxis II assesses students’ knowledge in the content areasin which they will be teaching, such as math, English, social studies, etc. Praxis II is required of all education majors prior to recommendation for certification and is generally taken during the student teaching semester. A complete list of Praxis II subject areas and qualifying scores may be found on this site.
Information concerning these tests is available in Tate Page Hall 407 or at this website. Tests are offered at various times during the year; fees vary, depending on the specific test.
Types of Certification
Certification requirements in Kentucky
See this web site for the most current information.
To receive initial certification (professional certificate) to teach in Kentucky, a candidate must meet three criteria:
- Complete an approved teacher preparation program
- Pass the appropriate assessment for each teaching certificate
- Successfully complete the one-year Kentucky Teacher Internship Program
For more information about each of these requirements, consult the web site listed above.
Certificate Grade Levels and Preparations
See this website for the most current information:
Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education (birth to primary): Preparation program that includes child development, family studies, early childhood education, and early childhood special education.
Elementary Education (primary through grade 5): Preparation includes the academic disciplines taught in the elementary school.
Middle School (grades 5 - 9): Preparation includes either two teaching fields, selected from English and communications, mathematics, science, or social studies; or single area certification in mathematics or science.
Secondary School(grades 8 through 12): Preparation includes one or more of the following specializations: English and allied language arts, mathematics, social studies, biological science, physics, chemistry, or earth science.
Middle/Secondary School (grades 5 through 12): Preparation includes one or more of the following specializations: agriculture, business and marketing education, consumer and family science, or industrial technology.
Comprehensive (primary through grade 12): Preparation includes one or more of the following specializations: art, foreign language (French, German, or Spanish), health,* physical education, music, or library media education.
*Certification in health education is available only to those who complete a teacher certifiable major in another subject area.
Exceptional Child Education (primary through grade 12): Preparation includes coursework for dual certification in learning and behavior disorders and in moderate and severe disabilities.
Endorsements to certificates
- Computer Science (primary through grade 12)
- English as a Second Language (primary through grade 12)
- Gifted Education (primary through grade 12)
- Driver Education (primary through grade 12)
- Reading and Writing (primary through grade 12)
- Instructional Computer Technology (primary through grade 12)
Professional certificates for instructional leadership (all of these require graduate education)
- School Principal (primary through grade 12)
- Supervisor of Instruction (primary through grade 12)
- School Superintendent (primary through grade 12)
- Administrator of Pupil Personnel (primary through grade 12)
- Director of Special Education (primary through grade 12)
- Vocational School Principal
- Vocational Education Supervision and Coordination
Certifications for instructional services
- School Psychologist
- Elementary School Guidance Counselor (primary through grade 8)
- Secondary School Guidance Counselor (grades 5 through 12)
- School Nurse
Certification-only
Persons who have earned college degrees but do not have teaching certificates may be able to complete certification-only programs. Certification-only programs are available for elementary, middle grades, secondary, and special education. Specific information is available from academic advisors.
In order to be admitted to professional education and be recommended for certification, students seeking admission to certification-only programs must have earned a minimum GPA of 2.5 in all undergraduate course work, or a GPA of at least 3.0 in the last 60 hours. Other requirements may apply; contact the Office of Teacher Services for further information.
Alternative routes to certification
These programs are designed to assist school districts in addressing teacher shortages, especially in the areas of special education, and middle grades/secondary math, sciences, and foreign languages. See this web site for more information.
Individuals who did not complete an undergraduate teacher preparation program may pursue teacher certification in Kentucky through one of several alternative routes, such as by documenting exceptional work experience related to the area of the desired teaching certificate; going through a certification process developed by an individual school district; or completing an alternative certification program at a university. Complete information about each route may be obtained at the web site listed above.
Transferring Professional Education Courses from Other Institutions
Individuals transferring Professional Education courses must have a General Education Transfer Report completed by the Office of Admissions. At least one-third of the requirements in the major must be earned at Western Kentucky University, and 32 hours must be taken at Western to meet the minimum residence requirement. EDU 250 - Introduction to Teacher Education and PSY 310 - Educational Psychology are transferable. Other professional education courses are reviewed on an individual basis. Professional education courses completed at another institution may be accepted for transfer to Western Kentucky University teacher preparation programs provided that a minimum grade of C was earned in each course accepted for transfer.
Academic Policies for Teacher Candidates
Time limit for completion of Professional Education programs and courses
All teacher candidates must meet the requirements of the program most recently approved by the Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board. Undergraduate degree programs signed by a representative of the Dean’s Office will be honored for five years. According to Graduate Studies’ policy, “all requirements for the master’s and specialist degrees must be completed within six years from the date the first course is taken” (2005-2007 Graduate Catalog, p. 18). Those seeking a Planned Fifth-Year (Rank II) program have 10 years from graduation to meet this requirement. Students have six years from the first graduate course to complete the rank change.
Grade requirements for Professional Education courses
Students must have a GPA of 2.5 in their professional education courses prior to admission to the Teacher Education program and student teaching. Program areas will not accept transfer credit for grades lower than a C. In addition, grades of C or higher are required in COMM 145; ENG 100 and 300; and all professional education courses (see advisor for specific courses).
Courses restricted to Teacher Candidates
Math 109T has been designed specifically for elementary education majors. In addition, the catalog lists prerequisites for specific courses, and academic advisors are required to clear students to register for many of the 300 and 400 level professional education classes.
Other policies
Education majors are required to complete 150 hours of laboratory experiences. These experiences include clinical and field hours. A minimum of 75 hours must be spent in school classrooms.
Expectations for Teacher Candidates
In accordance with the Conceptual Framework for the Professional Education unit, the following dispositions are considered essential for teacher candidates:
The education professional demonstrates the following…
- Personal Traits
- Is Mission Driven and Passionate
- Is Positive and Real
- Is a Teacher-Leader
- Teaching Traits
- Demonstrates Withitness
- Demonstrates Enthusiasm
- Exhibits Motivational Ability
- Intellectual Traits
- Appreciates Context
- Is Thoughtful and Curious
- Professional Traits
- Demonstrates Professionalism
- Assumes Responsibility for Learning
- Demonstrates Ethical Behavior
Teacher candidates are expected to acquire and demonstrate content knowledge, develop and refine pedagogical knowledge and skills, and exhibit the qualities of the best professional educators. Among the dispositions that are regularly observed and assessed by WKU faculty and field supervisors are the following:
- Maintains good attendance and participation
- Exhibits punctuality
- Demonstrates reliability
- Dresses and grooms appropriately
- Uses appropriate grammar/vocabulary
- Demonstrates necessary physical stamina
- Exhibits initiative/self-direction
- Demonstrates enthusiasm
- Listens thoughtfully and responsibly
- Demonstrates flexibility
- Exhibits openness to change
- Displays willingness to revise and adjust
- Demonstrates belief that all children can learn at a high level
- Treats all students with respect and courtesy
- Shows appreciation for diverse abilities and talents
- Assumes responsibility for personal actions
- Assumes responsibility for quality of instruction
- Assumes responsibility for classroom climate
- Seeks to improve teaching skills
- Exhibits a positive attitude toward supervision
- Is collegial, cooperates with faculty/peers
- Shows willingness to give as well as receive help
- Behaves with dignity and integrity
- Provides an equal learning opportunity for all
- Protects the health, safety, and emotional well-being of students
- Treats students in a non-discriminatory manner
- Keeps standards of confidentiality
- Provides student information to parents and other professionals as appropriate and necessary
- Endeavors to understand community cultures and diverse home environments of students
- Displays awareness that subject matter is not fixed
- Demonstrates appreciation for multiple perspectives
- Uses educational technology appropriately
- Practices ongoing assessment
- Shows commitment to reflection and learning as an ongoing process
Professional Education Experiences at WKU
Block courses/system
Junior-level education courses (i.e., “methods” courses) for all Elementary Education majors - both on the main campus and at the extended campuses - are conducted in area public schools. By taking certain professional education courses in elementary classrooms, students are able to experience how the information learned from Western faculty may be applied in actual classrooms. Students are given extensive opportunities to interact with children. Classes are conducted two days per week; because of this arrangement, students may take any other additional courses only on alternating class days or in the evenings. Students are responsible for providing their own transportation to the elementary schools where their classes meet.
Specific courses are grouped to be taken as a block in an assigned public school. The first sequence of courses is referred to as Pre-block and includes ELED 345 - Teaching Strategies for Elementary Teachers I, ELED 355 - Student Diversity in the Classroom, and LTCY 320 - The Teaching of Reading. The second sequence is Block I and includes ELED 365 - Teaching Strategies for Elementary Teachers II, ELED 407 - Materials and Methods, and LTCY 420 - Reading in the Primary Grades. The last sequence is Block II and includes ELED 405 - Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School, ELED 406 - Teaching Science in the Elementary School, and ELED 465 - Senior Projects in Elementary Education.
It is recommended that secondary education majors take SEC 453 - Management of Instruction and the methods courses that are appropriate to their individual programs during the same semester.
Critical performances/Electronic Portfolios
- Each course in the Teacher Education Program has required assessments called Critical Performances. These assessments allow teacher candidates to demonstrate understanding of the key or critical knowledge learned in each course and to demonstrate levels of growth and development toward each of the teaching standards. The assessments must be completed and uploaded in an electronic portfolio before credit can be earned for the course. Upon graduation, students are encouraged to download the information in the electronic portfolio and take the portfolio with them as they seek teaching positions.
Teacher work samples
- The culminating critical performance is a Teacher Work Sample. This is a unit of study developed and taught during the student teaching semester. The Teacher Work Sample allows the teacher candidate to demonstrate how well students have learned as a result of his/her instruction. Student progress is based on data collected throughout the process. A key component of the unit is the reflection that student teachers complete concerning their teaching. The task and sample student teacher products can be found here.
Field experiences
- An integral component of the teacher education program is the opportunity to observe teachers and students in classroom settings and to practice using the skills and knowledge learned from course work. Typical experiences include observation, individual tutoring, small-group teaching, and whole class instruction. Students are required to complete a minimum of 75 hours in classrooms and are assigned to a variety of school settings so as to gain an understanding of diversity in schools. Transportation to the schools is the responsibility of the students.
Student teaching
- Student teaching, typically scheduled in the student’s final semester before graduation, is an opportunity for preservice teachers to practice with supervision what they have learned about teaching. Each student is assigned to teach in a specific school and with a specific teacher for a period of 16 weeks. Kentucky’s Education Professional Standards Board determines whether student teaching will be in one setting for 16 weeks or in two settings for 8 weeks each. Cooperating teachers who supervise student teachers are carefully selected. Each cooperating teacher must have a valid Kentucky teaching certificate and either four years of teaching experience and Rank II certification, or 20 years of teaching experience. The student teacher will be expected to observe; prepare and present lesson plans; assess student learning; attend faculty meetings; work with individual students; participate in conferences with parents; and familiarize him- or herself with the many roles of a teacher. During the semester of student teaching, the student teacher will also be required to enroll in a student teaching seminar.
Kentucky Teacher Internship Program (KTIP)
During the first year of teaching, new teachers (interns) are required to participate in the Kentucky Teacher Internship Program (KTIP). Interns receive mentoring, supervision, and support from a committee that includes the intern’s principal, an assigned resource teacher, and a teacher educator from a college or university teacher education program. At the end of the year, the committee makes a recommendation to the Education Professional Standards Board regarding the intern’s performance and progress; the recommendation is based on professional development conferences with the intern; regular reviews of the intern’s lesson plans, portfolio materials, and professional growth plan; and observations of the intern’s teaching. Satisfactory completion of the internship is required for continued certification to teach. More information about KTIP may be found at this site. WKU's KTIP Program information can be found at their website.
Baccalaureate Programs in Teacher Education
- Elementary Education, P - 5 (Ref. # 527): This program leads to a Bachelor of Science degree. Program requirements are described here.
- Middle Grades Education, 5 - 8 (Ref. #579): This program leads to a Bachelor of Science degree. Students are required to select two teaching fields from English/communication, mathematics, science, and social studies; or they may complete single-subject certification in science or mathematics. Program requirements are described here.
- Secondary Education 8 - 12:
These programs require completion of a major in one or more of the following areas: English and Allied Language Arts, Social Studies, Biological Science, Earth and Space Science, Chemistry, Physics, or Mathematics. Depending on the major selected, the program leads to the Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Sciences degree. In addition to completion of the requirements for the major in one of the specified areas, the program requires 31 hours of courses in professional education and may also require completion of a minor or second major.
- English and Allied Language Arts Education, 8 - 12 (Ref. #547): This program leads to a Bachelor of Arts degree. Program requirements may be found here.
- Social Studies Education, 8 - 12 (Ref. # 592): This program leads to a Bachelor of Arts degree. Program requirements may be found here.
- Mathematics Education, 8 - 12: Students may complete either the General Certifiable Major (Ref. # 728), along with a minor or second major; or the Extended Major (Ref. # 528), which does not require a minor or second major. Both programs lead to a Bachelor of Arts degree. Program requirements may be found here.
- Biological Science Education, 8 - 12 (Ref. # 617): This program leads to a Bachelor of Science degree.A minor or second major is required. Program requirements may be found here.
- Chemistry Education, 8-12 (Ref. # 623): This program leads to the Bachelor of Science degree. A minor or second major is required. Program requirements may be found here.
- Earth and Space Science Education, 8-12 (Ref. # 676): This program leads to the Bachelor of Arts degree. A minor or second major is required. Program requirements may be found here.
- Physics Education, 8-12 (Ref. #754): This program leads to the Bachelor of Science degree. A minor or second major is required.
- Exceptional Education, P - 12 (Ref. # 551): This program leads to a Bachelor of Science degree. Individuals who complete this program are eligible for dual certification in Learning and Behavior Disorders and Moderate and Severe Disabilities. Program requirements may be found here.
- Communications Disorders (Ref. # 595):
The Communication Disorders Program is a comprehensive training program, providing both academic and clinical training. Students who complete the undergraduate program and receive the baccalaureate degree may then apply to a graduate program in Communications Disorders. Although a graduate degree is the clinical degree required to practice as a Speech Pathologist, individuals who complete the BS in Communication Disorders may work as Speech/Language Pathology Assistants in the schools.
Undergraduate students typically apply for admission to the Communications Disorders program in the second semester of the sophomore year during enrollment in CD 280 - Survey of Speech Pathology and Audiology, or prior to beginning the junior year. To be successful, applicants must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2.
The undergraduate program offers three options: the traditional, broad-based program of preparation; a major in Communication Disorders with an area emphasis in English as a Second Language (ESL); and a major in Communication Disorders with an area emphasis in Early Childhood Education or gerontology. As part of their clinical training, students will receive experience in working with individuals with the following disorders or conditions: language disorders, phonological delays, oral-motor delays, and English as a Second Language.
This program leads to a Bachelor of Science degree. No minor or second major is required. Program requirements may be found here.
- Business and Marketing Education, 5 - 12 (Ref. # 621): This program leads to a Bachelor of Science degree. No minor or second major is required. Program requirements may be found here.
- Family and Consumer Sciences Education, 5 - 12 (Ref. # 562): This program leads to a Bachelor of Science degree. No minor or second major is required. Program requirements may be found here.
- Physical Education, P - 12 (Ref. # 587): This is a 48-hour program leading to a Bachelor of Science degree. No minor or second major is required. Program requirements may be found here.
- Vocational-Industrial and Technical Teacher Education, 8 - 12 (Ref. # 599):
This is a 71-hour program leading to the Bachelor of Science degree.No minor or second major is required. Program requirements may be found here.
- Agricultural Education, 5 - 12 (Ref. # 508): This program leads to a Bachelor of Science degree. No minor or second major is required. Program requirements may be found here.
- Music Education, P - 12 (Ref. #584): This program requires 77 hours in music plus 22 hours of professional education courses. No minor or second major is required. The program leads to a Bachelor of Music degree. Program requirements may be found here.
- Art Education, P - 12 (Ref. #509): This program leads to a Bachelor of Arts degree; no minor or second major is required. More information on the four-year course of study may be found at their web site.
- Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education, P - 3 (Ref. # 526): This program leads to a Bachelor of Science degree. More information on the four-year course of study may be found at their web site.
Student Organizations and Honor Societies in Teacher Education
- Kentucky Education Association - Student Program (WKU’s chapter): The KEA Student Program is open to undergraduate and graduate students who are preparing for careers in education. It is part of the Kentucky Education Association and is affiliated with the National Education Association. More information about joining the WKU chapter may be found at their web site.
- Kappa Delta Pi (Xi Pi, WKU’s chapter): This is an international honor society that recognizes the top 10% of education students. Undergraduates who qualify for membership (based on their academic accomplishments) are invited to join after completing at least 12 hours of undergraduate courses in education. More information about Kappa Delta Pi may be found at their web site.
- Western Kentucky University Middle School Association (WKUMSA): WKUMSA is an affiliate of both the Kentucky Middle School Association and the National Middle School Association. Two major goals for the association are to provide professional development opportunities for WKU students who major in middle grades education, and to support the advancement of middle level teacher certification. More information may be obtained by contacting Dr. John Moore at 745-5415, or at the following sites:
- Student Council for Exceptional Children (WKU chapter 0960): WKU’s chapter of the Council for Exceptional Children is open for membership to all persons interested in the education of exceptional children and youth. It is also affiliated with the Kentucky Federation for the Council for Exceptional Children. More information about this organization may be found at their web site.
- National Student Speech-Language Hearing Association (NSSLHA): The NSSLHA is the only student organization recognized by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association. All students interested in normal and disordered human communication are invited to join. More information about WKU’s chapter may be found at their web site.
Teacher Recruitment Fair
- Each year early in the spring semester WKU’s Career Services Center participates in the Nashville Area Teacher Recruitment Fair, sponsored by 15 area institutions. WKU students may attend this event free of charge, but they must register through the Career Services Center. More details about the event may be found on the Career Services Center’s web site.
Post-Baccalaureate Professional Development
Certification Requirements
Initial teacher certification is granted by Kentucky’s Education Professional Standards Board upon completion of an approved degree or certification program from Western Kentucky University. At that time, a Statement of Eligibility is issued, and the teacher is classified as a Rank III teacher. Within 10 years from becoming a Rank III teacher, a teacher must complete a Master’s degree or a Planned Fifth-Year program and obtain a Rank II certificate. A teacher has six years to complete a Master’s program once the program has been initiated. Teachers must renew their teaching certificates every five years. This renewal can be based on three years teaching experience completed during the five-year time frame, or by taking six hours of coursework. In addition, a teacher can receive a Rank I certificate by earning 30 additional graduate hours beyond a 30-hour Master’s degree. Each rank change is accompanied by a salary change. Teachers receive tenure from the school district after successfully completing four years of teaching.
Career Advancement in Related Fields
There are a number of opportunities for career advancement in positions related to teaching. All of the following job titles require at least a master’s degree, and most require some experience in classroom teaching. Websites are provided as resources for further information.
- Guidance counselors
- Principals and Superintendents
- School Psychologists
- Director of Special Education
- School Media Specialists
- Speech Pathologists
Online Resources for Further Information
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