Certification refers to the completion and graduation of a certain program. It is used in terms of education to identify those who have passed a certain class, educational program, grades, or a section of their schooling. Certification is usually given by a certain accredited association and is verified through a piece of paper. Certified teachers have earned their credentials from some kind of authoritative source – an institution of higher education, the government or even a private source. A teacher’s credentials gives the qualification and authorization necessary for teaching in secondary, primary or pre-school education environments.

Middle School Teacher Certification

Teachers at middle schools teach children who are typically in grades 6, 7 and 8. All states in the US require middle school teachers to be licensed and therefore there are specific educational and experience requirements that need to be met prior to being hired to teach in a middle school. Education & Credentials In general, to become a middle school teacher, a post-secondary degree is required. During these degrees, the individual usually must choose a specialization. These specializations could include subject areas such as math, English, history or even a foreign language. The degree must be...

Higher Education Teacher Certification

Post-secondary or higher education teachers work with adult students in a variety of educational settings above the high school level; mostly at colleges, universities, and professional schools. They may teach academic subjects or vocation-specific skills. Some post-secondary teachers conduct research and publish scholarly papers or even books. Higher education teachers have flexible work schedules according to the classes they teach and the research they conduct. Some may also spend part of their time conducting administrative duties and advising and mentoring students. Education & Credentials...

Pre-School Teacher Certification

Preschool teachers work to care for and educate young children, most often between the ages of three and five in a pre-kindergarten setting. In the classroom, they may be responsible for teaching subjects including science, math, writing, and reading, and other skills such as problem solving, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills. Preschool teachers must present information and curriculum content in a way that is comprehensible to very young children. They may work in both public and private institutions, daycare centers, childcare centers, or for charitable organizations. Many work ten months...

Primary School Teacher Certification

Primary and elementary school teachers work to educate younger students, often between the ages of five and twelve. They teach basic, core subjects including math, reading, writing, science, physical education, music, art, and social studies. They may work in public schools or private schools and in general, they work when children are in school, approximately from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Primary and elementary school teachers may also work during the evenings or on weekends to prepare lessons and grade student homework. In most cases, they do not work when students are off for two months in the...

Secondary School Teacher Certification

High school teachers work with students between the ages of thirteen and eighteen. They may teach from the ninth grade to the twelfth grade and much of what they teach helps students prepare for life following graduation from high school. High school teachers may provide instruction related to both specific skills and academic subjects. They usually work in high schools, which may be public or private. Their working hours may vary, but in general they work when students are in school, from approximately 8:00 in the morning until 3:00 in the afternoon. They may complete work outside of school hours,...