So it would be a good option to do if one wanted to work at an IB school. Thanks for all your help PsyGuy.

PsyGuy wrote:

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> UPe = University of the People
> https://www.uopeople.edu/programs/ed/
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Would this be a recognized degree or taken seriously by schools?

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Good to know. I just got a program verification form that I had sent to my University weeks ago. On the form they wrote that it does lead to state certification but on a course by course evaluation and crossed out the word "approve" on approved preparation program. Not really sure what to make of it. Should I try to proceed with the DC route or just go for the Utah?

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I would like to have the credential to be a standard one at some point and not just an initial credential. I'll look more into the UT one. Thanks for all your help and insight.

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Thanks for the info. I really do prefer middle school to high school. I don't mind taking the tests but I get the feeling that the seminars/course work I would need I did in my masters program. When I asked a friend about her EPP , it was the same course work that I had to do.

Looks like I'll be researching both MA and Utah this weekend.

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Thanks for the clarification.

The University I went and the program is NCATE accredited. I thought it was the same thing, I guess not. Looks like the MA is the best to do or go back and pay to do teach now. :/

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Why is the DC route no longer a good option?
My masters program is considered a ITT/EPP.

My original plan was get licensed in ESOL and then get an add on for middle school science plus primary general plus EAL. So in the end I would have 4. I love teaching EAL, Science, and ESOL but I rather be a subject teacher in either EAL or Science than a class teacher.

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Yes I am American. My end goal is teaching science but I know my limit is up to biology. I like teaching EAL and Science to middle school and up. The last two years I have been stuck in upper primary. I do want to be able to teach at the better schools.

Am not sure I want to spend more money doing the teach now program after spending so much on my masters. I know I can apply for the NY license, my home state, but I can't imagine doing three years teaching there or in the US.

I want to be a subject teacher either in English or Science but definitely not maths.

Just over a year and half ago I was given advice on here not to do the teach now program since I already had a master's (from you I believe). You seem to know the ins and outs so I value your opinion. I hope the info I gave can shed more light. Thanks for the help.

Also in less than two weeks time am sitting the exams.

Hope it's ok me jumping on this thread instead of starting a new one.

I have a MS in Tesol and two years teaching international in British based schools. I've been teaching in upper primary Yrs. 4-6. Currently am teaching Yr. 6 as a class teacher. I am planning on taking the PRAXIS and going the DC route. Is this still the best option or should I go for one of the other ones? Also is it possible for me to just get the middle school teaching license without getting the ESL one first or do I need ESL since my degree is in it and then do an add on? Can I get the add on at the same time as my initial license? I looked at the DC website and it wasn't very clear to me. Thanks for any help.

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Wow! That's a lot of info. Am actually currently in SEA teaching but can go back to the States during the summer break. Luckily for me I have family in all those states expect HI & DC. Sounds like Texas , DC or FL would be best for me. I am leaning towards FL since both of my universities are in South FL.

Thank you for all your help. I need to digest everything and hopefully I won't have anymore questions. :)

Thank you for taking the time to answer my questions.

WT123

I used to live in Florida and went to uni there. I believe last time I looked I at their requirements they said one needed to do 1 yr teaching in a FL public school to get the standard/professional cert.

PsyGy

I don't mind getting the initial cert. but would like to be able to transition to the professional cert.

As for question 5 I just want to explain what I meant. I know that in NYS one can get the initial cert and then they have 5 years to complete the requirements of a master's & 3 yrs teaching to receive the professional cert. I wanted to bypass the 3 yrs part ( I know teaching in a NYC public school for 3 yrs will kill my love of teaching) and still have a professional cert. So I was hoping there was still a state that only required taking the exams to get a standard/professional cert or less then a year teaching in their public schools.

From all the information you have given me, it sounds like I should just take the exams in Texas, D.C., or NJ instead of NY and I will get a standard/professional one right away. Is that correct?


I was talking to my colleague and she suggested taking the exam for English teacher instead of ESL/ELA teacher. She said it would be more flexible and better for getting a job. What is your opinion on this? I would have to see if I meet the requirements for English first.

Finally, I love science and would love to teach it. I know I can pass the science exam but I don't have a degree in science. Would Texas or NJ not mind the non degree part if I passed the state exam? I am looking at general science for middle school or earth sciences.

Hello,

I have read a few threads on getting certified. I have a few more questions. I

I have my BA and a MS in TESOL. I did do a 3 month student teaching in a public school in NYC. I want to get certified in ESL & science and eventually NBCT certification. Now my questions are:

1. When saying accredited IS does that included CIE accredited schools?

2. Is it possible to get a job in a IS with just an initial teacher license? (I have what is required to get this in NYS just need to take the exams.)

3. In NYC one needs a Master's and 3 years teaching to get the professional teacher license, would they count the time at an IS school or another country's public school system?

4.Since I have a master's which of the programs mentioned through out these boards would be best for me? (The Teach Now and Texans Teacher ACP look good to me but if I can get a job with just the initial license from my home state even better.)

5.Are there any other states that one can take the exams and get licensed without going through a program or with only doing 3-4 months student teaching?

6. In regards to the PGCEi route, can one still get the QTS without doing the PGCEi but having a license from a state in the US?

Sorry for so many questions. Thanks for any help you can gave me.