Thanks for the responses. My goal with this would be to work at an international school but have the option to work back in the states as well. I have 2 international schools nearby and can likely train at them, so I suppose that is a benefit.


Did any of you have a background in your subject area already?

With 2 years of efl elementary experience, 4 years of private tutoring, an MA TESOL, (and field experience at an IS if I start the program), how competitive would I look?

Hello,

I have been doing research on TeacherReady, an online alt. certificate. I have noticed a number of people on this board said that they were doing it. I am interested to know if they finished and how their job prospects look, abroad or at home.

The reason I ask is that, while it seems to be a reputable and accredited program, I don't understand how one can be hireable if they have only a certificate and no actual background courses in the subject they plan to teach.

I am interested in elementary education. However, I have no background in that particular subject. However, if I study enough I could pass the test and get the full professional Florida teaching certificate. It seems odd.

I do have a background in TESOL (I have an MA) so I could probably easily get the ESL certificate, but I would like to broaden my teaching range.

Anyway, I really hope some TeacherReady graduates respond!