Become a Teacher in Georgia

Georgia has been plagued with a shortage of qualified teachers. It is difficult to say exactly how Georgia has found itself in this predicament. Perhaps difficulties associated with accountability has caused many to shy away. Whatever the case may be, in recent years, there has been a large push in the academic community to uncover the reasons for Georgia's public education ailments. Solutions have materialized in the form of new perspectives on the role of Georgia's teachers and administrators. What Georgia needs now is a larger, more vociferous community that understands the current faults in Georgia's educational system and also can comprehend the reasons for implementing new ideas and philosophies.

Future Georgia Teachers: In the past, new teachers in Georgia had it rough. There was a 'sink or swim' philosophy for those becoming teachers. Now, those in powerful positions are educated and courageous enough to admit the need for each and every teacher to have a distinct set of tools that will allow their teaching to be as efficient and thorough as possible. It is becoming public knowledge that a quality education does, in fact, rely on a certain level of funds to support core requirements as well as to support highly qualified and satisfied teachers. Therefore, what will become more and more desirable in the future, are highly educated teachers. As a future Georgia teacher, it is imperative that you gain the knowledge needed to understand new teaching theories, student-data analysis, resource management, the absolute necessity of quality mentoring and much more. Earn a Master's or PhD. Earn a living that will help you feel your efforts are appreciated. Learn what you need to know in order to help Georgia and it's teachers graduate into a world of better education. Learn More...

Current Georgia Teachers and Administrators:Unfortunately, what is seen quite often within the veteran community of educators is a certain level of hypocrisy. Many will outwardly proclaim that the system is not perfect and that a truly quality education calls for serious reform. However, there are many current Georgia teachers and administrators out there who have decided not to be a part of the push toward progress. Many refuse to take it upon themselves to become further educated, to learn the tackling of certain issues is imperative to the improvement of Georgia's schools. As a current teacher or administrator, you have the opportunity to contribute to the success or failure of public education. It is up to you to decide whether you should further your knowledge with a Master's degree, PhD or Administrative Credentials. Earn an advanced degree, give credence and weight to your opinions. Boost your salary and allow yourself the luxury of feeling your efforts are appreciated. Learn More...

Browse through the Georgia Department of Education's website, and a variety of other websites, to find unique explanations regarding the requirements of teachers in Georgia.

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Schools offering both online and campus-based education programs in Georgia:

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University of Phoenix Online Campus
Programs: BA, Master's, PhD, EdD, Certification

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Walden University (Online)
Programs: Teacher Certification, Bachelor's, Master's

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Ashford University (Online)
Programs: Teacher Certification/Licensing, Bachelor's

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Western Governors University (Online)
Programs: Teacher Preparation, Bachelor's, Master's

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Argosy University
Locations: Atlanta
Programs: Master's, EdD

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Walden University
Locations: Georgia
Programs: Teacher Certification, Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, EdD

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*Teacher Salary Information For 2008—2009

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!

* BLS Statistics

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