There are several routes that you can choose to become certified, whether you are an existing New Mexico teacher or are looking to change from another state. There are two options: a traditional and an alternate route. To earn your certification, you will need to have a bachelor's degree. You can also add endorsements to your license. New Mexico offers many master's degree options.
A teacher preparation program approved by New Mexico is the first step in becoming certified. You will need to complete a paper application form that includes questions about your character, fitness for teaching, and your college transcripts. You will also need to pay a nonrefundable application fee and submit your fingerprints to the New Mexico Department of Public Safety.
During your teacher preparation program, you will also complete student teaching. This will enable you to demonstrate your teaching skills. Minimum of three hours per grade level of teaching will be required. You will also need a background screening.
New Mexico Teacher Assessments can be used to assess teachers' teaching skills and knowledge. These assessments include a basic skills assessment and grade-level specific exams. New Mexico requires all applicants to pass content and knowledge exams. This tiered licensure system was created in 2003 by the passage of HB212.
After you have completed the teacher preparation course and passed a basic skills assessment, it is possible to apply to become Level I Provisional. This is a five-year non-renewable license. During your initial three years as a teacher, you will be evaluated on your skills and knowledge of New Mexico's Nine Teacher Competencies. If you wish to apply for Level II or Level III licenses, you will need a Professional Development Dossier. The Professional Development Dossier documents your professional development and outlines your teaching practices over the past three years. The Professional Development Dossier describes how you will explain your teaching activities. A master's degree is required if you want to obtain a Level III license. Two outside reviewers will assess the Professional Development Dossier. You will also be required to explain your teaching activities in detail and substantiate your explanations with data.
New Mexico offers a variety TESOL endorsements. A TESOL course of 24 semesters or passing the TESOL exam can add endorsement to your license. Teachers can also earn endorsements by passing content knowledge assessments. The Professional Educator Certification (PEC) is another endorsement that can be added to your license. This endorsement can only be obtained if you are a graduate with a master's degree, and you have passed all the PEC exams.
New Mexico also offers an Alternative Educator Prep Program. This program allows qualified candidates complete their graduate education while being a teacher at a high-need school. This program employs a state-approved evaluation and mentoring system. This program has fewer requirements than traditional graduate programs.
FAQ
Should I be a specialist or branch out in one area?
Many students prefer to focus on one subject, such as English, History, Math, rather than branching out into other subjects. It's not necessary to be a specialist. You could, for example, choose to specialize in surgery or internal medicine if you are considering becoming a physician. Or, you could choose to become a general practitioner specializing in pediatrics, family practice, gerontology, psychiatry, or neurology. A business career could include sales, finance and marketing. You have the freedom to choose.
What is an alternate school?
An alternative school is a school that offers students with learning difficulties education with the help of qualified teachers who are sensitive to their individual needs.
Alternative schools provide special education opportunities for children with special needs.
In addition, they are also given extra help when needed.
An alternative school isn't only for those who have been expelled from mainstream schools.
They are open for all children, regardless their ability or disability.
What's the difference between private and public schools?
All students have the right to free education in public schools. They provide education from kindergarten through high schools. Private schools charge tuition fees per student. They offer education from preschool to college.
There are also charter schools, which are publicly funded but privately run. Charter schools don't follow traditional curricula. Instead, they give their students more freedom to learn what interests them.
Charter schools are popular with parents who believe their children should receive quality education regardless of their financial status.
When choosing a major, what factors should I consider?
It is important to first decide if you would prefer to go straight into a job or go to college. First, make a list about your interests and talents. Your interests can come from reading, listening to music, watching movies, talking to people, playing sports, working around the house, etc. Your talents can come from singing, dancing, drawing, painting, writing, sewing, cooking, woodworking, gardening, photography, carpentry, auto mechanics, plumbing, electrical wiring, computer programming, accounting, mathematics, chemistry, physics, engineering, medicine, dentistry, nursing, psychology, law, social work, teaching, etc. You can identify your talents and interests to help you choose a major.
Art history and fine art might appeal to you if you are interested in becoming an artist. Biology might be a good choice if you are passionate about animals. Pre-medicine or medical technology may be an option for you if your dream is to become a physician. Computer science or computer networking is a great career choice for someone who wants to work in computers. There are many options. Just think carefully about what you'd like to do.
Statistics
- “Children of homeowners are 116% more likely to graduate from college than children of renters of the same age, race, and income. (habitatbroward.org)
- They are more likely to graduate high school (25%) and finish college (116%). (habitatbroward.org)
- In most developed countries, a high proportion of the population (up to 50%) now enters higher education at some time in their lives. (en.wikipedia.org)
- These institutions can vary according to different contexts.[83] (en.wikipedia.org)
- And, within ten years of graduation, 44.1 percent of 1993 humanities graduates had written to public officials, compared to 30.1 percent of STEM majors. (bostonreview.net)
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How do I apply for scholarships?
Before you apply for scholarship funding, ensure that you are eligible. It is possible to receive scholarships if you meet certain requirements.
If you are economically poor, you might be eligible to receive a grant. If you are studying a vocational training program, you can qualify for a grant to help pay your bills. A grant is also available if your group includes a minority.
After determining whether you qualify for a particular type of scholarship, you can start applying.
Online, in person or over the telephone, it is possible to apply. The process of applying varies according to the scholarship.
Some scholarships require you to submit essays about yourself and why you want the money. Some scholarships require you to write essays about yourself and why you want the money.
You will need to complete an application form for most scholarships and provide supporting documents.
Your scholarship provider will review the information you provide. If you have been selected, you will be notified either by email or mail.
You might be eligible for another scholarship even though you are not chosen. Contact your scholarship provider for details.