HOW TO BECOME A TEACHER WITHOUT A TEACHING DEGREE | Teacher Life ep.17

How To Become A Teacher. Check out how I became a teacher without a teaching degree.
Becoming a teacher is not as easy as it seems there are certain requirements you have to fulfill before you actually start teaching.

I recommend everyone to spend time in the classroom before committing to a permanent teaching job. Before you start teaching you can become a substitute, volunteer or complete a college student teaching program.

My first career choice was not to become a teacher but I am glad I had a change of heart with this career choice. My journey to becoming a teacher was not easy but I was able to do it without a teaching degree. So yes, there are ways to become a teacher without an actually teaching degree.

As you know I am a high school business teacher and I decided to record some important aspects about teaching. I hope my teacher struggles helps you get out of some teacher obstacles. I love to break down tips and tricks I use in the classroom to help you now as well as in the future. I know teaching can be hard at times but we have to get through it.

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[ashley-yih]

You have given me hope and silenced many self doubting thoughts! I have a bachelors degree in psychology. I do love teaching. I taught for VIPKid for a while, and I prepared all 3 of my children for school. Their teachers were surprised at all they had learned at home. I have always been too afraid to jump in the way you were describing, but now I feel like I can not only become a teacher. I can be an impactful teacher. Thank you so much for the inspiration! God bless you!

[jasmink.]

Hi Toni! I am literally you! 💀 I got my business degree (focus in finance) and landed an accountant job and I hateeee it! I want to be a math teacher! Thank you for this!❤️

[markr.]

Hi Toni. It is not necessary to have a bachelor’s degree in education to be a teacher (at least in CA and most states). What is necessary is to have a teaching credential. The teaching credential programs are open to anyone who graduates with a bachelor’s degree regardless of the major. You completed the teaching credential program in 2 years as the HR person said was required to be a teacher and are now a credentialed teacher. Congratulations on your accomplishment! I currently substitute as a math teacher and thought about getting my credential but I’m in my 50’s and just don’t have the energy to do it.

Great video and best of luck to you.

[danielleblaser]

This is helpful! Thank you for sharing your journey. I've been trying to find an alternative pathway - been in communication with my state's department of education, and everyone is telling me: go back to school! It's maddening because I already have a degree in Child, Youth, and Family Studies - some of those classes were in education! I'm going to keep trying. Thank you, again, for posting your journey. I "liked" the video and I subscribed. 😊

[debbiebrown]

If there are any Virginians who already have their bachelors degree and are interested in teaching, one program that can used is called Career Switchers through Shenandoah University.

[TheDezzyshezzy]

Great video! I’m currently in a master’s social work program, and I’m starting to figure out that social work is something I may not want to do after all. Now, I’m thinking about becoming a teacher. I live in MS, and the requirements are about the same in order to teach.

[sanyacosta]

I got a TESOL certificate.. I’ve been working in ELD classes as an assistant.. The principal asked me to get a license to teach in public school.. Could you give some advise on how to get a license, please?

[terrynhemken]

I graduated from Wichita State a little over a year ago with a double major in management and marketing. With being unable to get a job in that field, I am now looking into teaching. Thought about getting my masters in special education. I’m just not sure where to start. Waiting to hear back from the special education department at Minnesota University to find out what I need to do since I do have two majors and 2 minors.

[sundown-echoes]

Same here, I'm a accountancy major, shifted to finance major because the previous one was tough. then I landed an accounting job. I hated it and learned about ESL teaching, and I got a job!

[LOISLANE]

aw thanks that was great! im getting my masters in finance and considered being a financial analyst, but thought about teaching, all my cousins are teachers. How long does it take to take these additional courses 4 licensure?

[Msgracepardo]

Great Video!!
Very informative for those who's getting thier teaching pathway same as me :)

[charlangethompson]

Hello Toni, I tried to. Click on your other videos and it said the video is private.

[davidolla]

I’m a kinesiology Major that wants to get into being a physical education teacher

[EasyForreal-ucqy]

in texas um trying start a school got my one course online dont a need a degree?

[cynthiafusillo]

Is this something that could work in Ny? I feel like they would not hire me without an initial certification

[oscarvalencia]

What state? California requires a person to have a BA and credentials to work as a teacher, and this is only the minimum requirements.

[Justecreatif]

What’s up with Arizona they even allow GED for people to become substitutes

[TanyaJo]

I have the same degree and I am going through the alt teaching program. Was the praxis hard? I am taking the business Ed. Thanks for sharing

[carmenrodriguez]

I'm in CA, and just got my bachelors in healthcare admin. I realize now that I do not want to keep working in this field and want to pursue my original plans of becoming an elementary teacher. Since I have my bachelor's in this, is there a faster route to become a teacher?

[BeInspired]

Did you have to complete certification?