Education

Teachers play the vital role of educating and guiding the citizens of the future. Teaching can be a highly rewarding career for those who love working with children and who want to have a real influence on individuals and the wider society. This engrossing volume explores the vast array of options for specialization within the teaching profession, delves into the pros and cons of working in different types of learning institutions, and examines how approaches to teaching have developed over the years. In-depth information about training programs will impart readers with the practical knowledge they need to jumpstart their careers.

So what exactly do these people do on the job, day in and day out? What kind of skills and educational background do you need to succeed in these fields? How much can you expect to make, and what are the pros and cons of these various fields? Is this even the right career path for you? How do you avoid burnout and deal with stress? This book can help you answer these questions and more. This book, which includes interviews with professionals in the field, covers three main areas of this field that have proven to be stable, lucrative, and growing professions. -Early Childhood Education -Primary Education -Secondary Education

This book intends to be both a quick-start guide and a practical resource that would relate the essential skills and knowledge (setting up their classroom, behavior management tips, etc.) that a new special educator needs as they progress throughout the novice years.

Covers 101 careers including necessary skills, training, certification/licensure, compensation, and employment outlook. Includes career options for new teachers, those changing careers within education, and those seeking education as a second career. Includes many career options outside of traditional school settings. Provides self-assessment questions, information pertaining to professional development, and guidance on the job-search process.