Middle Grades Education
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
Middle school teachers can have great impact on the social, personal, and intellectual development of adolescents. Their influence stems from a love of learning, a talent for awakening students to new modes of thinking, an understanding of the human development process, and professional skills. Teachers must have the ability to communicate, inspire trust and confidence, and motivate students, as well as understand their educational and emotional needs.
Middle grade education majors typically work with students in 6 – 8 grades. A general description of teacher work activities includes: planning courses, instructing students, evaluating student performance, supervising student activities, performing administrative duties, advising students, interacting with parents, and keeping up with developments in the field.
Certification is required for public school teachers (k-12) in all 50 states; some states offer alternative teacher certification programs to attract otherwise qualified persons into the field. Aspiring teachers who need certification may also enter programs that grant a master’s degree in education, as well as certification.
Use the following examples of employment opportunities for Middle Grades Education majors as an idea list, and remember that it represents some, but certainly not all, of the careers you might consider. Some of these jobs also require education beyond the bachelors’ degree.
Related Career Titles
Middle school teachers can have great impact on the social, personal, and intellectual development of adolescents. Their influence stems from a love of learning, a talent for awakening students to new modes of thinking, an understanding of the human development process, and professional skills. Teachers must have the ability to communicate, inspire trust and confidence, and motivate students, as well as understand their educational and emotional needs.
Middle grade education majors typically work with students in 6 – 8 grades. A general description of teacher work activities includes: planning courses, instructing students, evaluating student performance, supervising student activities, performing administrative duties, advising students, interacting with parents, and keeping up with developments in the field.
Certification is required for public school teachers (k-12) in all 50 states; some states offer alternative teacher certification programs to attract otherwise qualified persons into the field. Aspiring teachers who need certification may also enter programs that grant a master’s degree in education, as well as certification.
Use the following examples of employment opportunities for Middle Grades Education majors as an idea list, and remember that it represents some, but certainly not all, of the careers you might consider. Some of these jobs also require education beyond the bachelors’ degree.
Related Career Titles
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