From a young age, children in the United States are put in school and generally stop schooling in their early adulthood years. Learning for these children starts out as a confusing puzzle of information; teachers are the missing puzzle piece that brings together the information to assist students. Choosing to become a teacher means that an individual wants to be in a profession where having a role in broadening and educating children 's lives outweighs the challenges that may occur.
To attain the position of a teacher requires the advancement of education into college to earn a degree; depending on what grade or subject one wants to pursue it may vary in the exact major they get a degree in. To become a teacher you must earn a bachelor 's …show more content…
After an individual gains their Bachelor 's degree in Education, they must take a test to gain their teaching credential to prove that they are ready to become an educator, “These tests attempt to measure an aspiring teacher’s knowledge and skills, and are used by most public schools in the United States to ensure that educators are qualified to teach” (Teach). Whatever state the test is taken is is where the credential is valid, “...You can pass the California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST) for certification in California, but to teach in New York, you would need to pass a test administered by the New York State Teacher Certification Examinations (NYSTCE)” (Teach). The different tests are broken down by series; such as, the Praxis Series and National Evaluation series; the test that someone takes depends on what test is administered in their state they are taking it in. The tests are considered fairly difficult and hard to pass, which has proved to be a challenge for some in becoming a certified teacher. Although the test is difficult, there are practice tests available and there is no limit to how many times someone takes it until they …show more content…
Firstly, she was asked why she chose to become a teacher, “I started coaching basketball with youth and slowly got interested in coaching high school basketball. Then I spent so much time at the high school I decided just to become a teacher” (Clous). Secondly, she was questioned on what she enjoys of being a teacher, “I enjoy seeing students in their element outside of the classroom, whether that be sports, arts, music, etc. Also, I enjoy learning about what their ambitions as well as what they are currently accomplishing. Getting summers off is very enjoyable as well” (Clous). Thirdly, she was asked what she considered to be drawbacks of being a teacher, “When students do not do their share as well as are not involved in their learning it makes my job more difficult” (Clous). Finally, she was asked about her feelings on salary, “Personally I would love to be paid more but the reality is when one is wanting to become a teacher they don 't become a teacher for the money; rather, to make a difference in education and kid’s lives” (Clous). Overall, inferred by how she answered the questions, Claus enjoys her career of being a teacher. She knows that the small salary, numerous hours put in, and limited funding is worth the impact that teachers have on children’s
To attain the position of a teacher requires the advancement of education into college to earn a degree; depending on what grade or subject one wants to pursue it may vary in the exact major they get a degree in. To become a teacher you must earn a bachelor 's …show more content…
After an individual gains their Bachelor 's degree in Education, they must take a test to gain their teaching credential to prove that they are ready to become an educator, “These tests attempt to measure an aspiring teacher’s knowledge and skills, and are used by most public schools in the United States to ensure that educators are qualified to teach” (Teach). Whatever state the test is taken is is where the credential is valid, “...You can pass the California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST) for certification in California, but to teach in New York, you would need to pass a test administered by the New York State Teacher Certification Examinations (NYSTCE)” (Teach). The different tests are broken down by series; such as, the Praxis Series and National Evaluation series; the test that someone takes depends on what test is administered in their state they are taking it in. The tests are considered fairly difficult and hard to pass, which has proved to be a challenge for some in becoming a certified teacher. Although the test is difficult, there are practice tests available and there is no limit to how many times someone takes it until they …show more content…
Firstly, she was asked why she chose to become a teacher, “I started coaching basketball with youth and slowly got interested in coaching high school basketball. Then I spent so much time at the high school I decided just to become a teacher” (Clous). Secondly, she was questioned on what she enjoys of being a teacher, “I enjoy seeing students in their element outside of the classroom, whether that be sports, arts, music, etc. Also, I enjoy learning about what their ambitions as well as what they are currently accomplishing. Getting summers off is very enjoyable as well” (Clous). Thirdly, she was asked what she considered to be drawbacks of being a teacher, “When students do not do their share as well as are not involved in their learning it makes my job more difficult” (Clous). Finally, she was asked about her feelings on salary, “Personally I would love to be paid more but the reality is when one is wanting to become a teacher they don 't become a teacher for the money; rather, to make a difference in education and kid’s lives” (Clous). Overall, inferred by how she answered the questions, Claus enjoys her career of being a teacher. She knows that the small salary, numerous hours put in, and limited funding is worth the impact that teachers have on children’s