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Hi :)
I'm wondering how many courses in university you have to take in order for that subject to be considered a teachable.
Also, do you have to major in ex. English in order to teach it?

Thanks
Jo-

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Dear Jo,

I'm fairly certain that each state handles this sort of thing differently.  Your best bet is to contact some universities that train teachers and ask them ... or the state department of education in each state and ask them.  

In some cases I'm sure you have to major in the subject.  In other cases they may allow it to be a minor.  And, in the case of elementary teachers, you simply take education as a major and the required courses will ensure you get enough of each area.

Hope this is helpful.

Debba  

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Debba Robinson

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I can answer questions about reading at all levels, English as a Second Language, elementary math, science and social studies as well as general education matters. Individuals interested in teaching in international schools can contact me for information on how to begin the process of looking for jobs overseas.

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I have been teaching for 30 years with a MEd in Reading and Language Arts, a BA in Elementary Education. For 6 years I taught computer to grades K-8. I have taught in combined grades (K-2 and 2-3 splits)in the US and overseas. The bulk of my elementary experience is in second and third grades, although I've taught K, 1, 2, 3 and 5 as a self-contained experience. Twenty-two years of my experience teaching has been in international schools in Africa and Asia.

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MEd. in Reading and Language Arts
BA in Elementary Education
Certified principal K-12. Currently the director of the American International School of Niamey, Niger.

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