Considering a Career in Education
I am 22 years old and finally getting back into school to complete my BA. I am considering the possibility of a career in education, but am undecided as to the grade level I would be interested in teaching. If there are any current teachers, or anyone else who might have answers to any of these questions, I would greatly appreciate your feedback.
Thank you!
1. What are some necessary qualities to be successful in this field?
2. What are the pros and cons of public school vs private school?
3. What is the average salary of a new teacher in New York State? How often/much does pay typically increase?
4. I am currently declared an English major, but have not taken a significant number of courses- the majority of my credits are electives or gen eds, so I can easily change my major. What major(s) and minor(s) would you recommend to make me an effective and marketable teacher? Will a BA be sufficient, or is an MA required to begin teaching?
5. Is it difficult to progress from elementary/high school teacher to college professor? Do schools typically provide any kind of financial assistance for furthering your education?
Any other advice aside from answers to these questions would be welcome as well.
Thanks again!