Project #5: TEACHING

TEACHING


Secondary Level

What are the basic requirements for becoming a teacher in Texas?

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You must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Texas institutions do not offer a degree in education. Every teacher must have an academic major, as well as teacher training courses. The only exemption from the degree requirement is for individuals seeking Career and Technology certification to teach certain courses, such as welding or computer-aided drafting.

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You must complete teacher training through an approved program. These programs are offered through colleges and universities, school districts, regional service centers, community colleges, and other entities.

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You must successfully complete the appropriate teacher certification tests for the subject and grade level you wish to teach. For a list of the certification tests and information on which tests are required, click here.

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A teacher who holds an appropriate Texas classroom teaching certificate and a bachelor's degree may add classroom certification areas by successfully completing the appropriate certification examination(s) for the area(s) sought. Certification by examination is not available for:

* initial certification;
* career and technology certification based on skill and work experience;
* a class of certificate other than classroom teacher (e.g. School Counselor, Principal, Superintendent, Learning Resources/School Librarian, Educational Diagnostician);
* a certificate for which no certification examination has been developed.

The first step toward additional certification by examination is passing an appropriate subject matter test. To access the appropriate websites for test registration, click here.

To apply online for additional certification based on examination after you have passed a test, click here.

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Eligibility

* Four-year Bachelor's degree from an accredited university (or college senior)
o All majors welcome.
o Foreign degrees accepted (Non-native speakers of English must take and pass the TOEFL exam for English proficiency—contact us for details).
* GPA of 2.5 or higher
* You will not have to go back to college for classes.


Content Test

* We offer certification in all subject areas. We'll help you select the subject area that gives you the best chance of being hired and matches your interests.
* After choosing your certification area(s), you will need to immediately sign up for the corresponding state content test (TExES).
* Almost every school district will require you to pass this test before they will hire you.
* We'll help you decide which test to take, how to take it, and when.


Cost

* We have among the lowest overall cost at $4,195 with no hidden fees. This price includes a professional coach, as well as all training materials.
* We have the lowest up-front costs at just $395 to start training. We earn the remaining balance ($3,800) only after you have become a successful teacher. That's our commitment to you.
* No Application Fee

* Recent graduates pay $195 up-front! Click here for more details.
* Houston ISD interns add $300.
* The state of Texas charges various fees. Click here for more details.

Training

* Rolling admissions let you get started now.
* Our flexible and efficient schedules will meet your needs.
* You will receive preparation for the classroom and the skills necessary for success. Our training program features:
o Content-specific curriculum in bilingual and special education
o Standardized curriculum aligned to the TEKS
o Face-to-face blended with online instruction delivers a dynamic and convenient training program
o Trainers who are leading specialists in their fields
* No deadlines and only $395 to begin.


Letter of Acceptance

* School districts require you to have a letter of acceptance before they will allow an interview.
* A Program Advisor will work with you to get your letter to you as soon as possible.




Community Colleges

Lee College
Theater Instructor/Technical Director
Institution: Lee College
Location: Baytown, TX
Category:

* Faculty - Fine and Applied Arts - Theatre and Dance
* Admin - Museum & Arts Administration

Posted: 10/13/2008
Application Due: Open Until Filled
Type: Full Time
Description:
Essential job functions include, but are not limited to:

* Design and execute all technical areas for theatre productions including set design, costume, sound, and lighting construction, in addition to maintenance for all Lee College theatre productions in conjunction with the Director of Theatre.
* Maintain facilities, including VPA division and departmental shop, lighting room, and booths.
* Supervise student assistants and serve as faculty sponsor on trips.
* Share in recruiting responsibilities, as well as curriculum planning and student advising.
* Teach technical and introductory theatre classes which may include elementary and advanced stagecraft, introduction to costume, and principles of theatrical makeup.
* Other teaching responsibilities may include coursework for a new film certificate.
* Oversee & advise students in the AA-Technical theatre.
* Night, weekend, and/or off-campus assignments will be required.
* Strong communication skills are required, as well as the ability to work with a wide variety of personnel associated with the fine and performing arts.
* Position includes the support of all VPA programs with technical "services" such as lighting and sound changeovers, load in and load out of scenery, risers, and orchestra shell.
* This person will also work closely with a building manager or facilities coordinator to deal with technical/scheduling issues related to all events that take place within the Performing Arts Center.
* Facility related duties include purchase, organize, and maintain inventory of the theatre shop, including tools and resources for productions and events.
* Create, implement, and maintain strict safety standards for ALL occupants of the scene shop, including a "safety course" for ALL users of the equipment.
* Supervise scenery construction for theatre department.
* Supervise implementation of all technical aspects of productions for theatre department, including the management of appropriate crews for productions and events.
* Manage technical budget for theatre department productions and scene shop.
* Advise and guide both departmental and non-departmental "clients" to make appropriate plans for the care and use of theatrical facilities and equipment.
* Manage and maintain all theatrical systems in the facility.
* Oversee any necessary arrangements for outside labor, equipment, or supplies.

Qualifications:
Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in theatre or a related field, theatre experience evidenced through professional work, community productions, college internships or the like, and must be able to work as part of a team, as well as attend to details.



Senior Colleges and Universities

Ashland University
Scene and Lighting Design, Visiting Assistant Professor
Institution: Ashland University
Location: Ashland, OH
Category:

* Faculty - Fine and Applied Arts - Theatre and Dance

Posted: 03/13/2009
Application Due: Open Until Filled
Type: Full Time
Ashland University, Ashland, Ohio, Department of Theatre seeks applicants for a visiting one year Assistant Professor of Scene and Lighting Design, beginning August 2009.

Primary responsibilities include teaching courses in Lighting Design, Stage Management and Theatre Aesthetics. The designer will function as Scene and Lighting Designer for a four show departmental season and supervise student designers and stage managers.

The position requires the ability to design and execute designs. Additional expertise in sound design is desirable. The candidate should have demonstrated commitment to teaching and be able to show evidence of teaching effectiveness. MFA required and professional experience is desired.

Screening will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference to Dr. Teresa Durbin-Ames, Design Search Chair, Department of Theatre, Ashland University, 401 College Avenue, Ashland, OH 44805.