What is the best preparation to teach social science in a Florida high school?
Posted By admin on November 20, 2009
Dani asked:
I am currently a psychology/history double major going into my third year of college. I am considering teaching high school social science in Florida after graduation. What are some ways to boost my qualifications since I plan to take the teaching certification tests after college graduation instead of working towards it during my time in college (there is no time to fit in all the requirements with a psychology major, which was my first major)?
I am currently a psychology/history double major going into my third year of college. I am considering teaching high school social science in Florida after graduation. What are some ways to boost my qualifications since I plan to take the teaching certification tests after college graduation instead of working towards it during my time in college (there is no time to fit in all the requirements with a psychology major, which was my first major)?
Also, any ideas for where to get ideas for curriculum development or books/websites for helpful teaching techniques in high school social science?
I am considering counties along FL’s east coast, from Duval down to Seminole and into Central Florida. I know of the teachinflorida website and how to access each of the county websites. I’m looking for information on what would make me a better candidate for employment after certification.
Board of Ed depts.
state of fla education
Where in Fla deo you want to teach??
Take some education classes..talk to your advisor..he/she can really help you..they can give you correct answers to let you know what else you need to take. I majored in history, and found I couldn’t get a job teaching without those education classes.I had to take them later.
That’s a common sense question. You can get recommendations from your professors. As far as ideas for teaching techniques go to book stores, or you can ask High school teachers whom you may know that can help you. In my opinion, you don’t seem very smart if you are going to ask questions like these. Maybe you should change your major. I’m not trying to be harsh, I’m just telling you how it is. You should know this stuff.
Try to get some tutoring experience under your belt. Also, you may have to try to fit those education courses in if you want to present yourself as a better candidate.
Unlike some of the Answerers here have said, if your advisor is not in the education department, which given your history/psychology majors isn’t too likely, they might not be the best people to ask about qualifications. Try talking to a career services counselor on campus or set up a meeting with an education professor.
Lovely2419′s response was especially lacking in compassion. Teaching is a noble profession and your question shows your determination to do well in the field (by making yourself a strong candidate for the position).