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The Next Steps Toward Becoming a

Teacher

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The Next Steps Toward Becoming a Teacher• Continue to observe examples of

teaching and learning• Find opportunities to gain work

experience with children and teens• Get to know different age groups• Talk to people who work in education


Objective

• Complete a personal portfolio.© Temych/Shutterstock


Polishing Your Portfolio

• Your portfolio should show your accomplishments, strengths, learning, and best work

• Can be used to– give you perspective on experiences– gain admission to a program or apply for a

job– keep a record of details

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Polishing Your Portfolio

• Select—choose your best work; identify and store other items

• Prepare—update and proofread all items; make sure it is neat and professional

• Organize—divide items into logical sections and prepare a table of contents


Objective

• Develop a personal career plan.

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Developing a Personal Career Plan

• Step 1: Define your career goal

• Step 2: Identify career requirements

• Step 3: Evaluate your accomplishments, skills, and interests© bikeriderlondon/Shutterstock

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Developing a Personal Career Plan• Step 4: Identify possible obstacles• Step 5: Determine steps to reach your

career goal


Step 1: Define Your Career Goal• Reflect your best assessment of what

you want to do• Can be changed or refined at any time


Step 2: Identify Career Requirements• Check requirements in the state in

which you intend to teach

• Identify skills and characteristics you will most need


For Discussion

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• What are the requirements for teachers in your state?


Step 3: Evaluate Accomplishments, Skills, and Interests• Honestly assess your strengths• Turn them into assets• Consider how they can help you reach

your career goal


Step 4: Identify Possible Obstacles• Identify potential problems• Figure out a way around them• Ask for help when needed

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Step 5: Determine Steps to Reach Your Career Goal• Identify steps or goals for the next

3 to 5 years• Put them in order of what needs to be

done first


Objective

• Use effective techniques for comparing potential colleges and universities.

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Preparing for College Success• Choose a college or university• Maximize your high school experience• Manage your time• Keep your life in balance


Choosing a College or University• Find schools that meet your needs and

wants• Consider points such as

– size– reputation– location– admission requirements– cost

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Choosing a College or University

• Apply to several schools

• Some may be more affordable with scholarships

• Keep application fees in mind

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Choosing a College or University• Gather information using

– school websites– college fairs– school admissions offices

• Start at a community college and transfer– Less expensive than four-year schools– Students can live at home– Class sizes are smaller

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Choosing a College or University• Make sure community college credits

transfer to the university of your choice• Apply to colleges by fall of your senior

year• Continue research and tour the schools


Maximizing Your High School Experience• Your choices and performance now can

affect your future– Choose courses– Join student organizations– Stay focused


For Reflection

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• Do you feel as though you have maximized your high school experiences so far? Why?


Choosing Courses

• With your guidance counselor, check what courses you will need to complete

• To get college credit, take– advanced placement courses– dual credit courses


Joining Student Organizations• Opportunities to practice key skills, such

as teamwork, leadership, planning, organization, and service

• Colleges and universities will evaluate applicants’ involvement in organizations

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Joining Student Organizations

• Future Educators Association (FEA)—for students who are interested in a teaching career

• Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA)—for students focusing on areas of family and consumer sciences


For Discussion


• What student organizations are available in your school? Which might you be interested in joining?


Staying Focused

• During “senior slump,” grades may drop

• Indicates an inability to handle more independence

• Staying focused equals being reliable and showing maturity


Managing Your Time

• Write down what you want and need to accomplish

• Prioritize your list• Use a planner or calendar• Get organized• Establish routines


For Reflection


• How well do you manage your time? How might you improve your time management?


Keeping Your Life in Balance• Look at the big picture• No one priority should be an extreme

– School– Work– Family– Friends

• Stress can throw life out of balance


Eating Well and Staying Fit• Get adequate nutrition and physical

activity• Start with small changes and build on

them• Be careful to keep good habits as you

transition into college


Coping with Stress

• Figure out the true source of your stress

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Coping with Stress

• Make whatever changes you can to reduce the pressure

• Remember that you have some control over your reaction

• Consider long-term strategies for reducing stress


For Reflection

• What are common sources of stress for you? How do you manage this stress?



Succeeding as a Professional Educator• A professional educator

– is educated– is responsible– has personal integrity– can make complex decisions– is committed– has community awareness


Professional Ethical Standards• Teachers model behavior for their

students and have good personal reputations

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Professional Ethical Standards• Obeying laws• Being honest• Acting in a professional manner• Using good judgment for the students’

best interests


Ongoing Professional Development

• Lifelong learning is linked to professional expertise and becoming better educators

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Ongoing Professional Development• Taking additional college courses for a

master’s degree• Attending in-service training and

workshops• Meeting professional development

requirements for license renewal• Learning through self-study, travel,

hobbies


Objective• Identify the benefits of participation in

professional associations for students and teachers.

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Professional Associations

• Available for teachers; some for teacher education students

• May focus broadly on education or specifically on one aspect

• May have state or local affiliation

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Professional Associations

• May help teachers keep up with current events and future trends through– newsletters– journals– websites– conferences– formal and informal networking


Community Involvement

• Strengthens the bond with students’ parents and family members

• Participating in community service opportunities now can help you gain valuable experience


For Discussion

• What are some opportunities for getting involved in your community?



Key Points• Your portfolio shows your

accomplishments, strengths, and work• Preparing a career plan can help you

take the steps to meet your goal• Research your college choices carefully• Work to keep your life in balance• Begin developing professional qualities

now


Review• What are the five steps of developing a

personal career plan?define your career goal; identify career

requirements; evaluate your accomplishments, skills, and interests; identify possible obstacles; determine steps to reach your career goal

• Name two student organizations.FEA, FCCLA

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Review• What type of courses involve a student

taking classes at a college while still attending high school?

dual credit courses• What is education organized by the

school for its staff called?in-service training

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