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How to Become a Teacher
Can you see yourself in the classroom? Us too.
How to Become a Teacher
Can you see yourself in the classroom? Us too.
This is how we do it
There are steps to becoming a teacher. They’re straight-forward and totally doable (and free). Let’s go! If you’re not up for these steps yet, no worries. Head over to Explore Teaching, and we’ll get our ducks in a row. ?
- 2,000Open teaching positions every year
- $100Minimum financial support for users
- 20KC ambassadors to help you
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Know where you’re headed, certifiably.
To become a teacher, you’ll need to get certified, so review certification requirements up front. For 1-on-1 support, check out our free coaching options.
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Choose the program that fits you best.
When it comes time to choose a program that will get you certified to teach, use our criteria to compare options. It’s easier to find a match when you know what to look for (and what to avoid).
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Apply to a program with confidence.
To make it easier to keep track of next steps and deadlines, be sure to create an application checklist. (You get fee reimbursements once you’ve submitted.) Read our guides for info on how to prep for testing and which applications are required, if you’re stuck.
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Fund your teacher training.
Is affordability top of mind? You’ve got options when it comes to funding your training, from work study to loans to scholarships. For the nitty-gritty details, check out our Finances guide.
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Take a 5-minute quiz to see if teaching is the right career for you. You’ll get concrete next steps out the gate.
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