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TEACHER CERTIFICATION – explore different certification options and how to obtain your certification

·         Michigan Test for Teacher Education (MTTC) - Michigan Basic Skills Test is required for all teacher education programs

·         What can you teach with your teacher certification (doc) - If you are still exploring teaching, this document is for you. It will breakdown what courses you can teach with various endorsements and help you see how No Child Left Behind (NCLB) will impact your future employment.

·         Approved Teacher Preparation Programs in the State of Michigan - Search for a transfer school that has the certification program you want. There are over 32 colleges and universities that have been approved by the State of Michigan. You can also download a handout (doc.)

EMPLOYMENT – learn what positions are in demand in k-12

·         Great School Jobs (click View Job Postings, select State, select Category) - Popular for Michigan job postings with complete job profile. Has teaching, support staff, administrator, librarian and other positions listed.

·         Teachers @ Work (AZ, CA, CO, DC, KS, MN, MO, NC, NE, PA, TX, VA, WA) - Post your resume and view job postings. Resource links also available

·         MI - REAP - REAP Employment Center has: job search, search tips, school information, participating schools, submit an application

·         Michigan Teacher Network - (has merged with Merit Network) Michigan job postings, job fairs in Michigan, jobs by region, national job postings, several school districts in Michigan are also listed.

·         Everything Michigan - 515 Michigan School Districts-alphabetically listed. Many school districts list open positions on their websites.

·         K-12 jobs - Teaching Jobs and Administrative School Positions at Public and Private Institutions

·         Interview Tips (pdf) - Powerpoint handout from 4/17/07 workshop

 

FINANCIAL AID – learn about opportunities specifically for teachers

·         Student Aid on the Web - The largest source of student aid in America. Learn your options for funding your education.

·         Cancellation and Deferment Options for Teachers - If you're a teacher serving in a low-income or subject-matter shortage area, it might be possible for you to cancel or defer your student loans. You can download a brochure (pdf)

·         Low-income schools - If you're a teacher serving in a low-income or subject-matter shortage area, it might be possible for you to cancel or defer your student loans. See if your school qualifies.

 

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