Become a Teacher in Colorado
Future Colorado Teachers: For those just stepping into the world of education, progress is something distant and unknown. The most important objective might at first be to get into a rhythm, to learn how to manage a classroom and keep students occupied each and every day. However, it will not be long before this worry is something of the past. What needs to be addressed and understood if the new teacher is going to work towards making a real difference in their students' lives and the educational system is to understand contemporary teaching theories, tried and true assessment strategies, comprehensive tools that turn student data into plans for future goals of student education. These are complex concepts, yet imperative if one wants to be a teacher worth reckoning. Gain the skills with an advanced education from an accredited university. Find out what you can gain from a Master's degree or a PhD. Earn a more comfortable salary and a more comfortable understanding of what a teacher can truly do for a community.
Current Colorado Teachers and Administrators: You are the immediate future of education in Colorado. You are the one who new teachers and students look up to and end up emulating whether you wish them to or not. As a veteran educator, it is essential you understand the future of education, the assessment of student data, modern teaching theories, resource management and everything else that needs to be known in order to culminate into a well-rounded, exceptionally qualified teacher. Take the first step to gaining respect from colleagues, power for your opinions, a higher salary and mobility for your career. Learn what you can gain with a Master's degree, a PhD or Administrative Credentials.
All Teacher Schools
Schools offering both online and campus-based education programs in Colorado:
Online: (or skip down to campus-based schools)
University of Phoenix Online Campus
Programs: BA, Master's, PhD, EdD, Certification
Walden University (Online)
Programs: Teacher Certification, Bachelor's, Master's
Ashford University (Online)
Programs: Teacher Certification/Licensing, Bachelor's
Western Governors University (Online)
Programs: Teacher Preparation, Bachelor's, Master's
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Campus:
Argosy University
Locations: Denver
Programs: Master's, EdD
University of Phoenix
Locations: Denver Area (Aurora), Lone Tree, Fort Collins, Westminster, Southern Colorado (Pueblo and Colorado Springs
Programs: Teacher Certification, Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, EdD
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"I decided to go to graduate school and earn my Master of Arts in Education because I am inspired by new knowledge. I feel in order to perform my job to the best of my ability, I need to keep up with current practices and trends in the field of education."
- Sara Marvez
-- 6th grade science teacher
"Gaining my Masters degree has earned me respect from Administrators and colleagues. Also, my salary has benefitted greatly. The cost of graduate school was paid off in only a couple years."
- Thomas Bjornson
-- high school english teacher
"Postgraduate study was a personal goal of mine and completing my Masters degree has given me a great sense of personal satisfaction, it has also increased my efficiency in the classroom and my marketability in the job market."
- Janet O'Reilly
-- 8th grade social studies teacher
"I found my online courses efficient and friendly. I had a desire to go to graduate school, but I didn't want to go through the nonsense of another undergraduate degree, bumping shoulders with students a third my age who have very little understanding of real life or the benefits of real knowledge. A friend recommended online education and I haven't looked back since.
At the age of 53, I love my job more than ever. I get so much satisfaction knowing that many of my students respect me for what I do as a teacher.
I am able to face any sort of situation that arises in my classroom with complete confidence."
- Jonathan Lloyd
-- high school chemistry teacher
Average Beginning Teacher Salary:
$31,753 Average Teacher Salary: $47,602 Average Administrator Salary:
$77,740 Elementary School Principals:
$82,414 Middle School Principals:
$87,866High School Principals:
$92,965
On average, teachers with masters degrees will earn $8,000 to $10,000 more each year than those with only a bachelors degree.
Consequently, in order to attain a position as an administrator, a masters, PhD or Ed D. is required.
On average, Administrators will earn around $30,000 more each year than their hard working, teacher cohorts!
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