To become a teacher, first college students must accept that they will have a very stressful yet very rewarding job. At the University of Maine at Farmington, students jump into a rigorous education department right off the bat. Within their first four weeks in college, they will be assigned a specific job at the local middle school to work with children and get a feel for what they will be doing for the rest of their lives. Along with that, students will be in the classroom working individually and with peers to learn to become a successful teacher. At UMF, that is the goal of the professors: to make each and every future teacher a successful and confident professional in their field. There are many obstacles in the the path to becoming a teacher, and they are obstacles that can be overcome with hard work and perseverance. Each student must pass Praxis I before they can begin practicum in their Sophomore year. Praxis I tests on the basics of three categories: math, reading, and writing. Once completed, students will dive into practicum which will surely push them to the edge. Practicum is a very time consuming and mentally and emotionally draining program. Students will go to a local school and work with students as well as make lesson plans in the meantime. Following practicum, students will take Praxis II which tests them on their intelligence in their concentration subject. While the years are passing and students are completing these difficult tasks, they must also be keeping a journal of all their work in a neat and tidy portfolio. This portfolio will be presented at the end of their four years in order to get certified as a teacher. Becoming a teacher is not for the weak at heart; however, the dedication and perseverance will pay off in the end.
What do you need to do at the state level to become a teacher?
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