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Online Associate Degrees in Teaching: Career Info

An online associate degree in teaching broadly covers education theory and practice. Degree holders can become preschool teachers, teacher's aides or private tutors; those who want positions as teachers, specialists or administrators will need to earn a bachelor or masters degree.

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Basics of an Online Associate Degree in Teaching

Schools are more likely to refer to an online associate degree program in teaching as an associate degree in education. Programs might focus on a general education curriculum of reading, mathematics, the sciences, social science, the arts and humanities. They might incorporate one or more specialized courses in special education, early childhood education, elementary education or secondary education. Many programs also touch on curriculum design, child development, education theory and teaching methods. An associate's degree is typically completed in two years.

What Can I Do With an Online Associate Teaching Degree?

An online associate degree in teaching might be sufficient qualification to find work as a preschool teacher, teacher aide or private tutor. Otherwise it should be considered the first stage along the way to earning a bachelor degree and teaching certificate, which most states require to become a public school teacher. Private schools and religious schools also prefer applicants with more advanced credentials. After earning a bachelor degree, graduates could study toward a masters degree and become a school administrator, curriculum specialist or guidance counselor.

Employment Outlook for Careers Related to an Associate Degree in Teaching

The Bureau of Labor Statistics (www.bls.gov) projects employment of school teachers at all levels to grow 12% over the next ten years, an average rate compared to other occupations. However, an expanding population and pending teacher retirements will combine to make employment prospects better than average. Demand in the South and West will be higher than demand in the Midwest and Northeast. Demand will also be higher in the suburbs than in urban and rural areas. According to Payscale.com, preschool teachers earn a median income of $22,600, elementary school teachers earn $42,000 and high school teachers earn $44,600.

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