Here's how i'm working on becoming a certified teacher! i apologize for the number of times i said "so" in this video 😂😂 i will definitely try to work on that
I have been considering getting my teaching certification to become an English Teacher. I did my bachelor in Communications and worked as a social media manager for a while and DID NOT enjoy it. I don’t think its a coincidence that I stumbled upon a video from an ex reporter that became an English teacher! SUPER HELPFUL VIDEO! Im definitely going to look more into this.
I am also almost finished with my BA in Communications and am interested in teaching. I’m just worried it will be really hard to do while working a full time job at the same time.
Thank you so much for this video. I graduated in December with a bachelor's in Political Science and had always planned on going to law school but I realized this year that teaching is what I have real passion for - particularly English as I have always had a love for literature and writing. It has been such a draining experience realizing that I made the wrong decision for my undergraduate careeer and it gives me so much hope to hear your story. I am so happy to have found your channel I can't wait to watch the rest of your videos ❤
Brianna, I just want to say how frustrated you may have been to be hired and than found out you didn't pass the exam by 1 point!!! I cannot imagine how horrible you felt. You're a true inspiration ! Congratulations on your hard work and dedication!👏👏👏
Omg thank you. I’m graduating with a journalism degree plus a cert in teaching ESL but teaching has been in the frontal areas of my focus for a while now. Glad to hear that it’s possible.
I have ba degree in psychology and I did buy a book about ftce test for elementary school, now I am studying it to get prepared, to take the teacher certification exam.
Hi Brianna! Congratulations on your upcoming intern year! I watched your video. I am beginning the last semester of my undergraduate starting Monday. I am considering an Alternative Certification Program, and have been looking into Texas Teacher of Tomorrow. Your video is very insightful! Thank you! Hook ‘Em
Hi Brianna! I am from Tyler Texas and is aspiring to become a teacher here too. ☺️ I’m just sooo glad to have watched this video of yours! Thank you for sharing, I’m gonna be following you here from now on.. and Goodluck on your teaching career!
Thank you so much for walking us through the process and your experience! I'm also doing the program through covid-19 and it's been confusing in many ways!
I’m about to go through this process my Uni isn’t offering bc of COVID this keeps me hope was so sad to lose the semester! Thanks so much beauty best of luck on your journey!!
WOW! Our stories are so similar. I went to J-school too and I've been out for about 12 years. I just found out I really like working with kids and teaching in general. I've been in various types of jobs since graduating, and this seems like the perfect fit at this time in my life. I used to have a fear of public speaking so I didn't think I would ever be able to teach a class. I worked through my public speaking skills and now I'm working towards getting an alt cert. Thank you for sharing your story! I know I'm on the right track!
Thank you so much for the information you provided a wealth of knowledge , in addition I like the fact that you specifically gave a play-by-play as to expectations within the program.
Wow I thought California required a lot to become a teacher! It cost so much to become a teacher and it definitely isn't easy! Congrats on making it this far :). Your kids are going to love you, can't wait to see your journey.
I am in the same boat as you I got hired without being fully credentialed for the fall. I am from California and the process of becoming a teacher is somewhat similar to Texas. I have a degree in Music Education so education was my emphasis in college but that doesn't mean the process was easier. During my undergrad, we are not able to do student teaching I had to wait until I got my degree to start which sucks! So what we have to do is enroll in a credential program whether it's at a university or online and that can take up to a year or two depending on your situation. Just like you, I had to take tests in my content area. They were 3 test that cost $100. Luckily where I live many school districts will hire teachers who aren't fully credentialed but demonstrate that they are enrolled in a program. And that is how I got hired. So I will have to be taking classes while teaching and will be provided a mentor teacher like you are. And just like your situation all of this cost a lot of money lol I got offered a position that I couldn't pass so that's why I decided to take this route instead of getting my credential first. Anywho sorry for the long post lol I am excited to see your teaching journey and your upcoming videos!!
Brianna, thanks for creating this video. I recently enrolled in Texas Teacher of Tomorrow in May. Unfortunately, I am experiencing issues with unresponsiveness from their offices. Not only are phone calls going unanswered, but emails are also as well. Is this something you experienced while enrolled?
This video was so helpful, thank you! I’m looking to switch careers from marketing to education and I’m in Oklahoma. I think our program is very similar here. I just started looking into it! Hoping this is what I’m meant to do ❤
Hey girl! I’m a little late to this video 😩 but if I have a Bachelors in Nursing, would it be recommended I stay in like the science half of education? Or could I go into anything I want? I know I’d like to teach middle or high school, but I’m hoping that I could do either English or Math lol!
Hi! I am currently in the program working on the "required courses" portion. In your video you stated that you just have to finish the projects and the PPR. So my question is, you were able to get hired for the first year with only completing the required course, observations and the content exam? Just trying to get clarification on what steps to take since it is hard to get ahold of texas teachers 😅
I completed all of the required courses before starting teaching, but I believe you can still work on them during your first year. Observations of you observing a teacher need to be done before applying to jobs, you do need a certain number of required course hours finished (I believe) and your content exams. During your "intern year" you finish projects, take the PPR and receive 5 observations (your field supervisor observing you teaching) I hope that was helpful!
What if you are already a substitute teacher for a year and with a degree in different field? Maybe I missed some of the info coz I was cooking. Do I need to put in hours? Btw, I’m not in Tx.
Hello Brianna, Thank you so much for this video. I also want to become an English/ESL teacher in the state of Texas, I also have a Journalism degree lol. My question is Is there another path for becoming a certified teacher where I'm not required to take any sort of content exams? Honestly I have a hard time with tests specially long ones, I don't think I'm capable of sitting and concentrating for 5 hours straight since I have ADHD, so that's why I'm looking for alternatives. Thank you so much for your video again! It was very useful and entertaining!
Hi there! Kudos to all your achievement. I have a master’s ( HR ) and bachelors (engineering) Switching careers now to teaching In the state of Georgia . I’m starting to substitute for the county soon Do you have any advice how I proceed with certification etc … I’m interested in helping sp education children ( either paraprofessional or teacher)
hi! so you recommend doing the courses first, then the field work, and then the exams? Im trying to figure out what makes the most sense in order of completion. :P
Hello from Buffalo New York I’m looking around right now for information and it seems the specifics of my situation are lost in the search bar. I am 23 and I’m currently working in the trades. I have an associates in communications/media and I love the idea of transitioning from my current job to being able to teach, specifically social studies or history, I’m of course expecting to have to go back to school in order to do this and I am more than willing to put all the effort forth. How do I best obtain information for my specific circumstances? It seems most people transitioning to teaching already have a much more focused bachelor’s degree. Any guidance would be really appreciated :)
Hi there, I have a Bachelor Degree in Engineering and I have more than 5 years teaching experience outside USA. I'm based in Texas now with authorization to work. Can I start teaching in Texas while acquiring the Teacher Certificate? Where do I start?
Awesome, thanks for making this video. I too, just moved home after graduating Dec 2018, and was wondering if Tx Teachers of Tomorrow was legit. I feel more mentally prepared now! Excited, too!
Wow we are literally one in the same!!! I graduated in 2018 with a bs in journalism & also wanted to be a reporter. I am now also trying to be a teacher 😩😅
Brianna be careful! I am in NYC...masking and distancing took us out of a very dark place. My family in Texas knows this is not a joke or just a "flu"! we lost a lot of people. I am sad too many people didn't heed the warnings. A lot could have been avoided in the south they had a "head start". So sad. Congratulations on our new job.
Quick question, I am currently looking into teaching pk4 i have a bachelors degree and my major is Child Development and Family Studies so the alternative certification I currently applied for accepted me in the content area 8-12 Human Development and Family Studies. Do you know if I have to take TeXES exam for this content area and EC-6?
hey! i am trying to go through texas teachers currently as well! when you say you failed and spent all of that money, were you referring to the content test?
I live in Ohio. I have been trying to figure out how to get my teaching license. I have my bachelors degree but I have always wanted to teach. I am having a hard time figuring out what I need to do. Thanks for the video.
Hi!! I'm in the same boat.. journalism major and now I want to be a teacher. I'll be graduating in December but I'm starting to look into ACPs ... do u know what the difference is doing it through a university or Texas teachers of tomorrow ... UHD had as an ACP program but says that the courses take a year to finish and I think they have higher fees :/
So basically you’re certified to teach after you take the program and the test huh? Sounds like a quick and good Option for me. Also do they help you getting set up for the observation 30 hours or you have to call schools yourself?
I’m currently still doing it. There are pre courses, content exams, observations and then you teach for a full year as you complete more courses/electives and have one more exam. I am currently teaching in my “intern year” and will be fully certified at the end of the school year
@@byBriannaStone did you feel totally overwhelmed on the first day of school or does the district also train you on exactly what to do...also, you have to provide all the materials for you classroom? Decor, supplies etc?
Hi! I was wondering What kinds of questions do they ask on the exam? Is it more of vocabulary or more scenarios? I’m going to graduate with my bachelors in December and plan on applying to Texas teachers right after but I get test anxiety lol! Thanks in advance!
Hello, if you are certified through one particular state and then you move to another would you have to re certify? Or does the certification cover each state with just additional courses?
Do you have any resources for the ESL exam? I used Texas Teacher study guide and Texes study guide that was $10 to help me with the PPR. I will get my standard certificate in October! Good luck to you this school year!
Hi, I'm looking at this program too. Do they let you certify in as many subjects as exams you can pass, or are there minimum course requirements for the subjects you choose? For example: I have a degree in English and Spanish, so I would go for those. But could I do ESL or Social Studies if I can pass the exams?
I want to be a teacher i will start from scratch. I do have writing and reading done but i need to do math I did them in Austin Community College . Do you know where i can do the whole bachelor’s online? Or at least the first 2 years . I have 2 kids and live far away ( Bastrop Tx ) from ACC campuses that offer thos courses in the education program. What do you recommend me online . I will move to austin/ pflugerville in the future . My daughter is 2 once she will be four can go back to college while she is in school. And my son is 11. Can you please guide me in that . I have no clue on which website schools credits count in college
Hi, brianna: first thank you so much for this informative video. I wanted to ask if at any point you were in contact with an andvisor, i thought i had it all figured out but not to long ago i got a call from an adviser who told me i needed to focus on just taking my content exams and not do the courses as i had started because thats what showed on my = " whats next check list:" so im confused on why i would have to take those first before getting my required courses done. i do have a bachelors and i do also see that they approved me to take three content exams already which the advisor had told me were required. she was not very much detailed when i was asking . :[ please get back at me if you do know anything about this
@@byBriannaStone I'm currently a sub teacher have been for 7 years (off n on). I have a bachelor's in fashion merchandising 😅 kinda challenging to figure out what which subject area to get into. Any suggestions? Also, did you get a separate certification for ESL? Btw I'm interested in moving to visit in a few weeks.
I heard UT Austin is a very good college. How happy were you when you were accepted in that college? Was there a college you anticipated during high school?
I have a bachelors in early childhood education, what would my next step be? For some reason I thought I had to do an alternative certification program still? I’m so confused and would love any advice you could offer please. 🥺🥺🙏
It varies a lot based on the area of Texas. I live in the DFW area so the average starting pay is anywhere from $50,000-56,000. Other areas of Texas, teachers might only make in the 30s or 40s
Or, how to pay for a certification by doing online modules that take about a year. Those of us who had to be accepted into a teaching program and spent 5 years in classrooms taking education classes sure do appreciate your effort.
@@byBriannaStone The point is this - your degree didn't work out for you. Okay. So, the backup plan is teaching. Now you don't even have to go back to a classroom for two years to get education classes. In just a year of online modules and $4500 (or whatever your program costs), you have a certification. Then there are the folks who spent those 4 or 5 years full time in classrooms, getting an education major with practicums and methodology in how to teach - as well as another major in subject area - AND a required minor. Just imagine if a job required your Journalism degree that you worked hard (on campus) to get, but another candidate had an online degree. Should that degree hold the same weight as your degree? I can actually appreciate that you want to teach, but know that people do question the quick fixes online technology has created.
@@pyenme the fact of the matter is that there is a lack of teachers and alternative certification is a route for schools to get more teachers and people who have already completed degrees to get certified. I still had to work hard to get my certification and did it while in my first year as a teacher. Sorry you feel like it was an “easy” route but it definitely wasn’t easy. It still took me 5 years to get there and most education majors spend their last year student teaching which is essentially what the “intern year” or alternative certification is. Clearly if there were more people getting education degrees there would not be the need for alternative certification and other programs but there aren’t enough new / teachers who are staying in the profession.
omg girl I’m a journalism major at txst and as I’m about to begin my very last year I had a major change of heart and now want to become an English teacher instead. 😂😩 would you recommend that I change my major to get certified the traditional way (but keep journalism as minor) or go through an alternative program after graduation?? 😭😭 thank you for this video God bless!!! 🤍
by Brianna Nichole Small world! lol I’m thinking about it, I just hate that I got this epiphany as a senior. I only need 5 classes to finish my major. 😩
@@byBriannaStone I do have a 4yr degree and its over 3.0 GPA. But what happens when it comes to Observations and practicals by going to schools? Coz I would be studying from my home country, how would that work?
My wife and son both left the education system because of the total lack of support teachers get from Administration. 40 years of teaching experience down the drain.
Here's how i'm working on becoming a certified teacher! i apologize for the number of times i said "so" in this video 😂😂 i will definitely try to work on that
you're in tx?
I did texas teachers 5 yrs ago, lmk if u need help
yes i am! and thank you!
Hi
I did my bachelor of science
Can you guide me what is next step to be come certified teacher
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I have so much respect for anyone who’s passion is to educate others. I wish you so much success.
thanks so much sydney!!
I have been considering getting my teaching certification to become an English Teacher. I did my bachelor in Communications and worked as a social media manager for a while and DID NOT enjoy it. I don’t think its a coincidence that I stumbled upon a video from an ex reporter that became an English teacher! SUPER HELPFUL VIDEO! Im definitely going to look more into this.
I am also almost finished with my BA in Communications and am interested in teaching. I’m just worried it will be really hard to do while working a full time job at the same time.
Thank you so much for this video. I graduated in December with a bachelor's in Political Science and had always planned on going to law school but I realized this year that teaching is what I have real passion for - particularly English as I have always had a love for literature and writing. It has been such a draining experience realizing that I made the wrong decision for my undergraduate careeer and it gives me so much hope to hear your story. I am so happy to have found your channel I can't wait to watch the rest of your videos ❤
I'm in the same boat 😦 wanted to do law school but now I want to become a teacher
Same with me!! I wanted to go to law school so bad but after working 6 years in law I want a career change
I think I want to do biology instead of going to PA school right away
Brianna, I just want to say how frustrated you may have been to be hired and than found out you didn't pass the exam by 1 point!!! I cannot imagine how horrible you felt. You're a true inspiration ! Congratulations on your hard work and dedication!👏👏👏
Thank you for this video. I’m in SATX, wrapping up my Bachelor’s in December hoping to teach. I’ve been looking into Texas Teachers of Tomorrow
Omg thank you. I’m graduating with a journalism degree plus a cert in teaching ESL but teaching has been in the frontal areas of my focus for a while now. Glad to hear that it’s possible.
You got this!
I have ba degree in psychology and I did buy a book about ftce test for elementary school, now I am studying it to get prepared, to take the teacher certification exam.
Your video was super helpful! I got my bachelors in English and have been clueless on the whole certification process. Thank you!! 🥺
thanks for watching!
Ahhh thank you for this!! I’m looking into how to do this, but it’s so confusing
This is great info. I just started my program with Texas Teachers. I got 22 hours in already. Thanks for sharing your experience.
Thank you for watching!!
Amazing. I am also doing the alternative route while doing one year as an instructional aide.
Hi Brianna!
Congratulations on your upcoming intern year! I watched your video. I am beginning the last semester of my undergraduate starting Monday. I am considering an Alternative Certification Program, and have been looking into Texas Teacher of Tomorrow. Your video is very insightful! Thank you!
Hook ‘Em
Thank you for watching and good luck with school!😊😊
Thanks for sharing. I went the traditional route for my teaching certification. It is so fun to hear how some people have gotten to their position.
Thanks for watching!😊
Thank you so much for telling us your experience!!!
Of course!!
As someone who is currently enrolled in Texas Teachers of Tomorrow, this video was invaluable to me! Thank you so much for your help!
Thanks for watching!!
Hi Brianna! I am from Tyler Texas and is aspiring to become a teacher here too. ☺️ I’m just sooo glad to have watched this video of yours! Thank you for sharing, I’m gonna be following you here from now on.. and Goodluck on your teaching career!
Thank you so much for walking us through the process and your experience! I'm also doing the program through covid-19 and it's been confusing in many ways!
Thanks for watching!
I’m about to go through this process my Uni isn’t offering bc of COVID this keeps me hope was so sad to lose the semester! Thanks so much beauty best of luck on your journey!!
WOW! Our stories are so similar. I went to J-school too and I've been out for about 12 years. I just found out I really like working with kids and teaching in general. I've been in various types of jobs since graduating, and this seems like the perfect fit at this time in my life. I used to have a fear of public speaking so I didn't think I would ever be able to teach a class. I worked through my public speaking skills and now I'm working towards getting an alt cert. Thank you for sharing your story! I know I'm on the right track!
Thank you so much for the information you provided a wealth of knowledge , in addition I like the fact that you specifically gave a play-by-play as to expectations within the program.
Same route. Former News Anchor. Texas Tech Broadcast Journalism. Excited for you.
Thank you!! Good luck on your teaching journey!!
This is PERFECT ! I loved the way we’re organized! You were such a help.👍 SAW EM OFF and Gig em Ags!
Glad it was helpful!
This was right on time! I’m thinking about it! Great info!
Thank for watching
This helped me so much , future history teacher 7-12 :)
I appreciate your passion to educate others
Thanks!!
Wow I thought California required a lot to become a teacher! It cost so much to become a teacher and it definitely isn't easy! Congrats on making it this far :). Your kids are going to love you, can't wait to see your journey.
Thank you so much 😊😊 I’m so excited but nervous because of everything going on + first year teacher anxiety 🤣🤣
This is incredible. Thank you so much for this video. So informative!
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you so much for sharing! This info i really was wondering about. I really have been looking in to teaching. This helped out so much!
Thanks for watching!!
I am in the same boat as you I got hired without being fully credentialed for the fall. I am from California and the process of becoming a teacher is somewhat similar to Texas. I have a degree in Music Education so education was my emphasis in college but that doesn't mean the process was easier. During my undergrad, we are not able to do student teaching I had to wait until I got my degree to start which sucks! So what we have to do is enroll in a credential program whether it's at a university or online and that can take up to a year or two depending on your situation. Just like you, I had to take tests in my content area. They were 3 test that cost $100. Luckily where I live many school districts will hire teachers who aren't fully credentialed but demonstrate that they are enrolled in a program. And that is how I got hired. So I will have to be taking classes while teaching and will be provided a mentor teacher like you are. And just like your situation all of this cost a lot of money lol I got offered a position that I couldn't pass so that's why I decided to take this route instead of getting my credential first. Anywho sorry for the long post lol I am excited to see your teaching journey and your upcoming videos!!
That’s great that you took a position! Good luck to you and be safe!!!
by Brianna Nichole thank you! Best of luck to you too!
I'm looking in to this program right now and this was super helpful.
I just finished the program recently and made an updated video about my overall experience!
Brianna, thanks for creating this video. I recently enrolled in Texas Teacher of Tomorrow in May. Unfortunately, I am experiencing issues with unresponsiveness from their offices. Not only are phone calls going unanswered, but emails are also as well. Is this something you experienced while enrolled?
I just got admission into the program. I am excited but it is alot of work. I am up for it
Girl at 37 with a bachelors ('19), I'm also DONE with service industry.
This video was so helpful, thank you! I’m looking to switch careers from marketing to education and I’m in Oklahoma. I think our program is very similar here. I just started looking into it! Hoping this is what I’m meant to do ❤
Oh also, my cousin is a first grade teacher as well lol! What are the odds. Hoping I can sit in on her class!
Good luck on your teaching journey 💖
I’m graduating with my ba in English this fall and am thinking of teaching elementary school.
This is really helpful because I plan to transition from subbing to teaching. I also live in Texas so this is really helpful.
Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the video. It was super informative!
Brianna! Quick question. How long did it take you to complete all the online training? Do you think it can get done in a month?
that's what I'm tryna figure out
Congrats on your new job !! This video was sooo helpful !!
Thank you 😊
Hey girl! I’m a little late to this video 😩 but if I have a Bachelors in Nursing, would it be recommended I stay in like the science half of education? Or could I go into anything I want? I know I’d like to teach middle or high school, but I’m hoping that I could do either English or Math lol!
Hi! I am currently in the program working on the "required courses" portion. In your video you stated that you just have to finish the projects and the PPR. So my question is, you were able to get hired for the first year with only completing the required course, observations and the content exam? Just trying to get clarification on what steps to take since it is hard to get ahold of texas teachers 😅
I completed all of the required courses before starting teaching, but I believe you can still work on them during your first year.
Observations of you observing a teacher need to be done before applying to jobs, you do need a certain number of required course hours finished (I believe) and your content exams.
During your "intern year" you finish projects, take the PPR and receive 5 observations (your field supervisor observing you teaching)
I hope that was helpful!
@@byBriannaStone thank you!!
What if you are already a substitute teacher for a year and with a degree in different field? Maybe I missed some of the info coz I was cooking. Do I need to put in hours? Btw, I’m not in Tx.
Hello Brianna, Thank you so much for this video. I also want to become an English/ESL teacher in the state of Texas, I also have a Journalism degree lol. My question is Is there another path for becoming a certified teacher where I'm not required to take any sort of content exams? Honestly I have a hard time with tests specially long ones, I don't think I'm capable of sitting and concentrating for 5 hours straight since I have ADHD, so that's why I'm looking for alternatives. Thank you so much for your video again! It was very useful and entertaining!
All paths require content exams. I also struggled with a little test anxiety, but just prepare well and be focused and you can do it!
@@byBriannaStone Thank you! and Thank you for your reply!
Thank you for this info! Very enlightening👍
Hi there! Kudos to all your achievement.
I have a master’s ( HR ) and bachelors (engineering)
Switching careers now to teaching In the state of Georgia . I’m starting to substitute for the county soon
Do you have any advice how I proceed with certification etc … I’m interested in helping sp education children ( either paraprofessional or teacher)
hi! so you recommend doing the courses first, then the field work, and then the exams?
Im trying to figure out what makes the most sense in order of completion. :P
I have a bachelor's in social work, I wish to become a school teacher. How would I do that?
my last semester of college is next may.. When do you think the best time is to start Texas Teachers/applying for jobs? thank you for this video!!!
Join Texas Teachers: www.teachersoftomorrow.org/texas/apply
Awesome video! I am so grateful that you made those time stamps. You rock! All the best to you in your teaching career! :)
Hello from Buffalo New York
I’m looking around right now for information and it seems the specifics of my situation are lost in the search bar.
I am 23 and I’m currently working in the trades. I have an associates in communications/media and I love the idea of transitioning from my current job to being able to teach, specifically social studies or history, I’m of course expecting to have to go back to school in order to do this and I am more than willing to put all the effort forth.
How do I best obtain information for my specific circumstances? It seems most people transitioning to teaching already have a much more focused bachelor’s degree.
Any guidance would be really appreciated :)
You’ve made me miss my own small journey to be a teacher..... c’est la vie mon amour
💕💕
Hi there, I have a Bachelor Degree in Engineering and I have more than 5 years teaching experience outside USA. I'm based in Texas now with authorization to work. Can I start teaching in Texas while acquiring the Teacher Certificate? Where do I start?
Awesome, thanks for making this video. I too, just moved home after graduating Dec 2018, and was wondering if Tx Teachers of Tomorrow was legit. I feel more mentally prepared now! Excited, too!
Wow we are literally one in the same!!! I graduated in 2018 with a bs in journalism & also wanted to be a reporter. I am now also trying to be a teacher 😩😅
I also graduated in 2018 with a hospitality degree... Now I’m trying to become a teacher too! lol
Brianna be careful! I am in NYC...masking and distancing took us out of a very dark place. My family in Texas knows this is not a joke or just a "flu"! we lost a lot of people. I am sad too many people didn't heed the warnings. A lot could have been avoided in the south they had a "head start". So sad. Congratulations on our new job.
The cases are really bad here in Texas and our state has been open for over a month now. I definitely will be careful, thank you ❤️
i just enjoy watching your videos, the camera quality , sound and overall you are pretty and intelligent
Thanks so much!
I have my Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education but it was non-licensure track. Do i need to get my certification or just go straight to testing?
It would depend on what state you're in. For Texas, you would still need to get certified
All the best on your teaching adventure.. I know being a teacher takes patience and love.. you're beautiful an smart .. Your Jamaican Fan...
Thanks so much!!
by Brianna Nichole Hope All goes well for you and be safe always 🇯🇲❤️
Quick question, I am currently looking into teaching pk4 i have a bachelors degree and my major is Child Development and Family Studies so the alternative certification I currently applied for accepted me in the content area 8-12 Human Development and Family Studies. Do you know if I have to take TeXES exam for this content area and EC-6?
Hey Brianna! I am from India and in India right now. Would I be able to do the alternative certification?
Thanks for the video I am a new TH-camr but I went thru Texas teacher program as well I am going into my first year teaching
That is awesome!
hey! i am trying to go through texas teachers currently as well! when you say you failed and spent all of that money, were you referring to the content test?
Great, informative video. Do you happen to know if they are requiring in person observations during COVID?
I believe virtual
I live in Ohio. I have been trying to figure out how to get my teaching license. I have my bachelors degree but I have always wanted to teach. I am having a hard time figuring out what I need to do. Thanks for the video.
this video was so helpful and insightful !!
Thanks for watching 😊😊
Hi!! I'm in the same boat.. journalism major and now I want to be a teacher. I'll be graduating in December but I'm starting to look into ACPs ... do u know what the difference is doing it through a university or Texas teachers of tomorrow ... UHD had as an ACP program but says that the courses take a year to finish and I think they have higher fees :/
Do they not give you your certification if you finish the internship but don’t get another position?
So basically you’re certified to teach after you take the program and the test huh? Sounds like a quick and good Option for me. Also do they help you getting set up for the observation 30 hours or you have to call schools yourself?
Thanks for uploading this video. How long did it take for you to complete the alternative certification program.?
I’m currently still doing it. There are pre courses, content exams, observations and then you teach for a full year as you complete more courses/electives and have one more exam. I am currently teaching in my “intern year” and will be fully certified at the end of the school year
@@byBriannaStone did you feel totally overwhelmed on the first day of school or does the district also train you on exactly what to do...also, you have to provide all the materials for you classroom? Decor, supplies etc?
Hi! I was wondering What kinds of questions do they ask on the exam? Is it more of vocabulary or more scenarios? I’m going to graduate with my bachelors in December and plan on applying to Texas teachers right after but I get test anxiety lol! Thanks in advance!
a lot was analyzing poetry/short passages, some scenarios and then 2 essays for ELAR exam
Hello mam
I have bechlor of science degree
What's The Next step
Same
Hello, if you are certified through one particular state and then you move to another would you have to re certify? Or does the certification cover each state with just additional courses?
It depends which states. Some states will accept certifications from certain states, or they may require you to get re-certified
Do you have any resources for the ESL exam?
I used Texas Teacher study guide and Texes study guide that was $10 to help me with the PPR. I will get my standard certificate in October! Good luck to you this school year!
Hi, I'm looking at this program too. Do they let you certify in as many subjects as exams you can pass, or are there minimum course requirements for the subjects you choose? For example: I have a degree in English and Spanish, so I would go for those. But could I do ESL or Social Studies if I can pass the exams?
yes.
just pass those exams after you get your standard.
Do you know if you have to have a certain amount of college hours to teach 7-12th Science or Math?
I want to be a teacher i will start from scratch. I do have writing and reading done but i need to do math I did them in Austin Community College . Do you know where i can do the whole bachelor’s online? Or at least the first 2 years .
I have 2 kids and live far away ( Bastrop Tx ) from ACC campuses that offer thos courses in the education program. What do you recommend me online . I will move to austin/ pflugerville in the future . My daughter is 2 once she will be four can go back to college while she is in school. And my son is 11. Can you please guide me in that . I have no clue on which website schools credits count in college
Thank you this very was really informative and helpful
You are so welcome!
Would I be able to get a job as a High School teacher with the bachelors degree that I have in Digital Cinematography? (Film)👀 I’m in Houston btw
Keep up the good work. Love you channel hun.
Thank you so much 💕
Hi, brianna:
first thank you so much for this informative video. I wanted to ask if at any point you were in contact with an andvisor, i thought i had it all figured out but not to long ago i got a call from an adviser who told me i needed to focus on just taking my content exams and not do the courses as i had started because thats what showed on my =
" whats next check list:" so im confused on why i would have to take those first before getting my required courses done. i do have a bachelors and i do also see that they approved me to take three content exams already which the advisor had told me were required. she was not very much detailed when i was asking . :[ please get back at me if you do know anything about this
Which certification did you obtain?
7-12 English, journalism and ESL
@@byBriannaStone I'm currently a sub teacher have been for 7 years (off n on). I have a bachelor's in fashion merchandising 😅 kinda challenging to figure out what which subject area to get into.
Any suggestions? Also, did you get a separate certification for ESL?
Btw I'm interested in moving to visit in a few weeks.
I heard UT Austin is a very good college. How happy were you when you were accepted in that college? Was there a college you anticipated during high school?
It’s a great school! I actually went to a different college my first then transfer to UT Austin for my sophomore year. It was the best decision!
Congratulations on becoming a teacher. Does your certification need To be renewed or is it a life time certification?
thanks! i believe as long as keep teaching, it is lifetime
every 5 years must renew. you can keep it even not teaching, just need to renew every 5 years.
I have a bachelors in early childhood education, what would my next step be? For some reason I thought I had to do an alternative certification program still? I’m so confused and would love any advice you could offer please. 🥺🥺🙏
It depends on the state. I would look up your states requirements for teacher certification
Very helpful, thank you!
Thanks for watching! I also have a new video after finishing the program and getting certified
@@byBriannaStone thank you so much💕
What did you use to help study for the content exams?
Certifyteacher.com!
Did you take notes for each course? I'm currently doing Texas Teachers as well and it's a lot of content :)
I took notes at first but stopped 😂 the only notes I would say take are when studying for content exams
@@byBriannaStone thank you!! What did you use to study for the content exams ?
Can you please talk about the pay for teachers in Texas and cost of living?
It varies a lot based on the area of Texas. I live in the DFW area so the average starting pay is anywhere from $50,000-56,000. Other areas of Texas, teachers might only make in the 30s or 40s
Cost of living also varies on the part of Texas and if you’re living on the city vs suburbs.
Or, how to pay for a certification by doing online modules that take about a year. Those of us who had to be accepted into a teaching program and spent 5 years in classrooms taking education classes sure do appreciate your effort.
I also got accepted to a college program and spent 4 years getting my degree so….
@@byBriannaStone The point is this - your degree didn't work out for you. Okay. So, the backup plan is teaching. Now you don't even have to go back to a classroom for two years to get education classes. In just a year of online modules and $4500 (or whatever your program costs), you have a certification. Then there are the folks who spent those 4 or 5 years full time in classrooms, getting an education major with practicums and methodology in how to teach - as well as another major in subject area - AND a required minor. Just imagine if a job required your Journalism degree that you worked hard (on campus) to get, but another candidate had an online degree. Should that degree hold the same weight as your degree? I can actually appreciate that you want to teach, but know that people do question the quick fixes online technology has created.
@@pyenme the fact of the matter is that there is a lack of teachers and alternative certification is a route for schools to get more teachers and people who have already completed degrees to get certified. I still had to work hard to get my certification and did it while in my first year as a teacher. Sorry you feel like it was an “easy” route but it definitely wasn’t easy. It still took me 5 years to get there and most education majors spend their last year student teaching which is essentially what the “intern year” or alternative certification is. Clearly if there were more people getting education degrees there would not be the need for alternative certification and other programs but there aren’t enough new / teachers who are staying in the profession.
What if I have no college degree? Am I still able to do the certification program
You need a bachelors degree to do it.
omg girl I’m a journalism major at txst and as I’m about to begin my very last year I had a major change of heart and now want to become an English teacher instead. 😂😩 would you recommend that I change my major to get certified the traditional way (but keep journalism as minor) or go through an alternative program after graduation?? 😭😭
thank you for this video God bless!!! 🤍
Hi, I went to Texas state my freshmen year! If you are able to, I would change your major and get certified during college. It will be a lot quicker
by Brianna Nichole Small world! lol I’m thinking about it, I just hate that I got this epiphany as a senior. I only need 5 classes to finish my major. 😩
@@briannaramos6677 I'm in the same boat! I'm also at TXST, about to start my senior year, and I just realized I want to teach. 😬
@@Bookwasbetter it happens! what’re you studying? 🤓
@@briannaramos6677 I'm an English Major 😎
Do you know if I can skip the content exam if my minor is in English? 🤔
I am not sure. It depends on your state/certification process
No
Can you show us your TH-cam set up, lighting etc.
Yes I actually just filmed that video and it will be going up tomorrow 😊
@@byBriannaStone thank you. Looking forward to it
great video!
Anyone offer advice on career change teacher in NC?
Can you do the program without being a citizen?
Are International students eligible for this or it is strictly for US citizens?
I am not sure, you would have to check the website for more details. I’m sure you would be eligible if you have a college degree
@@byBriannaStone I do have a 4yr degree and its over 3.0 GPA.
But what happens when it comes to Observations and practicals by going to schools? Coz I would be studying from my home country, how would that work?
My wife and son both left the education system because of the total lack of support teachers get from Administration. 40 years of teaching experience down the drain.