So, You Want to Be a Teacher? Career Exploration
Lindi Metcalf
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(158)
In this one-time class led by a school principal, students will explore the job of a teacher beyond the classroom walls. What are the pros and cons of the profession, and how can you start to prepare today for a rewarding career?
Class experience
This class is specifically designed by a school principal to explore the teaching profession for high school students considering majoring in education. After 4 years of college, what is a principal looking for when hiring a teacher? Topics that will be addressed include pros and cons of teaching, typical certification areas, salary and benefits included in the pay, how to prepare now as a high school student, and teacher evaluation. Students will also learn about expectations outside...
This class is taught in English.
Students will gain insight into the teaching career--from classroom responsibilities to financial considerations (salaries, benefits, etc). Students will also learn ways they can prepare now, as high school students, for a successful career in this rewarding profession. The goal of the class is to prepare students to be realistic about the profession so that they have the best chance of a happy, long-term career.
24 years experience as a public school teacher and administrator (principal), responsible for hiring teachers: Elementary Education--certified (with preschool, elementary, and middle school teaching experience) Preschool Special Education--certified Gifted and Talented Endorsement Reading Endorsement Education Administration (M.Ed. and Ed.D.)
Homework Offered
No outside work is required, but I am happy to answer additional questions through my Outschool email!Assessments Offered
As an Exit Ticket, the learner will complete a Google Form at the end of class to ask questions that can be addressed in future class sessions.Grades Offered
The class outline will be presented through Google Slides as students engage in conversation and question/answer throughout the session.
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(158)
ABOUT THE TEACHER Hi! I am Dr. Lindi Metcalf, and I am so excited to be teaching reading foundations for young readers as we explore literature and language! I absolutely love what I do and will work hard to ensure the best education for your...
Group Class
$14
per classMeets once
60 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 15-18
1-15 learners per class
