Become a Teacher in Minnesota

Minnesota may be the "Land of 10,000 Lakes," but the more education-minded will be interested in the fact that it also boasts 2,755 elementary and secondary schools staffed by 53,083 teachers. (1) With nearly 7,000 new K-12 jobs expected between 2009 and 2019, there should be some good employment opportunities if you're planning to become a teacher in Minnesota. (2)

Of course, the rewards of the job itself make teaching an appealing profession—teachers have the opportunity to shape the intellectual future of America's students. And the financial remuneration isn't bad, either, with Minnesota teachers earning an average salary of $53,069 in 2009-10, according to the National Education Association. Cumulatively, all these factors make teaching in Minnesota sound like a pretty hot prospect.

Future Minnesota Teachers

If you want to become a teacher in Minnesota, bear in mind that job prospects vary quite a bit depending on statewide and district needs at the grade level you plan to teach. The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development reports the largest projected growth at the preschool level, followed by elementary and middle school. (2)

Teaching in Minnesota requires a bachelor's degree, a passing score on the Minnesota Teacher Licensure Examinations (MTLE), completion of an approved teacher preparation program, and any other requirements specific to your field of licensure, such as subject area endorsements for secondary school teachers.

Current Minnesota Teachers and School Administrators

Minnesota teachers and administrators periodically need to renew their licenses periodically. As a condition of renewal, teachers must complete 125 professional development hours, generally through education courses that cover issues such as curriculum, teaching strategies, reading instruction and other pedagogical subjects. The good news is that additional college credits can help you boost your salary.

Minnesota Teachers in Demand

With programs like the Minnesota Teacher Recruitment Center (MTRC) providing resources to current and prospective educators, and a new online licensing application system, it's more convenient than ever to become a teacher in Minnesota. And if you hold licenses in multiple areas or are certified as a highly qualified teacher, your opportunities will be even more plentiful.

Start researching bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in education at the schools below, and take the first step toward teaching in Minnesota!

Sources:
Minnesota Department of Education, unless otherwise indicated
(1) National Center for Education Statistics, State Education Data Profiles
(2) Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development

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Grand Canyon University

Campuses: Online

Degrees Offered:

  • B.S. in Early Childhood (Online)
  • B.S. in Elementary Education - Math (Leads to initial teacher licensure) (Online)
  • B.S. in Elementary Education - Science (Leads to initial teacher licensure) (Online)
  • B.S. in Elementary Education / Special Education (Dual Major) (Online)
  • B.S. in Secondary Education - Business Education (Online)
  • B.S. in Secondary Education - English (Online)
  • B.S. in Secondary Education - Math (Online)
  • M.A. in Teaching - Professional Learning Communities (Online)
  • M.A. in Teaching - Teacher Leadership (Does not lead to initial teacher licensure) (Online)
  • M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction - Reading - Elementary Education (Online)
  • M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction - Reading - Secondary Education (Online)
  • M.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction - Technology (Does not lead to teacher licensure) (Online)
  • M.Ed. in Early Childhood (Does not lead to initial teacher licensure) (Online)
  • M.Ed. in Early Childhood (Leads to initial teacher licensure) (Online)
  • M.Ed. in Education Administration (Online)
  • M.Ed. in Educational Leadership (Does not lead to initial teacher licensure) (Online)
  • M.Ed. in Elementary Education (Does not lead to initial teacher licensure) (Online)
  • M.Ed. in Elementary Education (Leads to initial teacher licensure) (Online)
  • M.Ed. in Secondary Education (Does not lead to initial teacher licensure) (Online)
  • M.Ed. in Secondary Education (Leads to initial teacher licensure) (Online)
  • M.Ed. in Special Education (Online)
  • M.Ed. in Special Education - Certified Special Educators (Online)
  • M.Ed. in Special Education with Credential (Leads to initial teacher licensure) (Online)
  • M.Ed. in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) (Online)
  • Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership - Christian Ministry (Online)
  • Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership - Higher Education Leadership (Online)
  • Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership - K-12 Leadership (Online)
  • B.A. in English Literature (Online)
  • B.A. in Christian Studies (Online)
  • M.A. in Christian Studies - Christian Leadership (Online)
  • M.A. in Christian Studies - Pastoral Ministry (Online)
  • M.A. in Christian Studies - Urban Ministry (Online)
  • M.A. in Christian Studies - Youth Ministry (Online)

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Keiser University

Campuses: Online

Degrees Offered:

  • Education Specialist in Instructional Design and Technology (Online)
  • Master of Science in Education (Online)
  • Master of Science in Education - Teaching & Learning (Online)
  • Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Leadership (Online)
  • Doctor of Philosophy in Instructional Design and Technology (Online)
  • Education Specialist in Educational Leadership (Online)
  • Graduate Certificate in Career College Administration (Online)
  • Joint Master of Science in Education and Master of Business Administration (Online)
  • Master of Science in Education - Allied Health Teaching and Learning (Online)
  • Master of Science in Education - College Administration (Online)
  • Master of Science in Education - Leadership (Online)
  • Master of Science in Education - Online Teaching and Learning (Online)
  • Associate of Arts in General Studies (Online)
  • Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies (Online)

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Northcentral University

Campuses: Online

Degrees Offered:

  • Doctor of Education (EdD) - Curriculum and Teaching (Online)
  • Doctor of Education (EdD) - E-Learning (Online)
  • Doctor of Education (EdD) - Early Childhood Education (Online)
  • Doctor of Education (EdD) - Educational Leadership (Online)
  • Doctor of Education (EdD) - English Second Language (Online)
  • Doctor of Education (EdD) - General Education (Online)
  • Doctor of Education (EdD) - Global Training and Development (Online)
  • Doctor of Education (EdD) - Instructional Leadership (Online)
  • Doctor of Education (EdD) - International Education (Online)
  • Doctor of Education (EdD) - Leadership in Higher Education (Online)
  • Doctor of Education (EdD) - Organizational Leadership (Online)
  • Doctor of Education (EdD) - Special Education (Online)
  • PhD in Education - Curriculum and Teaching (Online)
  • PhD in Education - E-Learning (Online)
  • PhD in Education - Early Childhood Education (Online)
  • PhD in Education - Educational Leadership (Online)
  • PhD in Education - English Second Language (Online)
  • PhD in Education - Global Training and Development (Online)
  • PhD in Education - Instructional Leadership (Online)
  • PhD in Education - Leadership in Higher Education (Online)
  • PhD in Education - Organizational Leadership (Online)
  • PhD in Education - Special Education (Online)
  • Master of Education (MEd) - Accelerated Educational Leadership (Online)
  • Master of Education (MEd) - Accelerated Leadership in Higher Education (Online)
  • Master of Education (MEd) - Adult Learning and Workforce Education (Online)
  • Master of Education (MEd) - Athletic Coaching (Online)
  • Master of Education (MEd) - Curriculum and Teaching (Online)
  • Master of Education (MEd) - E-Learning (Online)
  • Master of Education (MEd) - Early Childhood Education (Online)
  • Master of Education (MEd) - Educational Leadership (Online)
  • Master of Education (MEd) - English Second Language (Online)
  • Master of Education (MEd) - General Education (Online)
  • Master of Education (MEd) - Global Training and Development (Online)
  • Master of Education (MEd) - Instructional Leadership (Online)
  • Master of Education (MEd) - International Education (Online)
  • Master of Education (MEd) - Leadership in Higher Education (Online)
  • Master of Education (MEd) - Organizational Leadership (Online)
  • Master of Education (MEd) - Special Education (Online)
  • Education Specialist (EdS) - Curriculum and Teacher (Online)
  • Education Specialist (EdS) - E-Learning (Online)
  • Education Specialist (EdS) - Early Childhood Education (Online)
  • Education Specialist (EdS) - Educational Leadership (Online)
  • Education Specialist (EdS) - English Second Language (Online)
  • Education Specialist (EdS) - Global Training and Development (Online)
  • Education Specialist (EdS) - Instructional Leadership (Online)
  • Education Specialist (EdS) - International Education (Online)
  • Education Specialist (EdS) - Leadership in Higher Education (Online)
  • Education Specialist (EdS) - Organizational Leadership (Online)
  • Education Specialist (EdS) - Special Education (Online)

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University of Southern California - Rossier School of Education

Campuses: Online

Degrees Offered:

  • Master of Arts in Teaching (Online)
  • Master of Arts in Teaching - Gifted Education Certificate (Online)
  • Master of Arts in Teaching - TESOL (Online)
  • Master of Arts in Teaching w/ Teaching Credential (Online)
  • Master of Education in Advanced Instruction (Online)
  • Master's of Education - Gifted Education Certificate (Online)

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Capella University

Campuses: Online

Degrees Offered:

  • Master of Science in Higher Education Leadership and Administration (Online)
  • PhD in Leadership for Higher Education (Online)
  • Master of Science in Child & Adolescent Development (Online)
  • EdD in Educational Leadership & Management (Online)
  • EdD in Reading and Literacy (Online)
  • EdS in Curriculum and Instruction (Online)
  • EdS in Leadership in Educational Administration (Online)
  • Master of Science in Adult Education (Online)
  • Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction (for licensed K-12 teachers) (Online)
  • Master of Science in Early Childhood Education (Online)
  • Master of Science in Instructional Design for Online Learning (Online)
  • Master of Science in K-12 Studies in Education (for licensed K-12 teachers) (Online)
  • Master of Science in Leadership in Educational Administration (for licensed K-12 teachers) (Online)
  • Master of Science in Reading and Literacy (for licensed K-12 teachers) (Online)
  • Master of Science in Training and Performance Improvement (Online)
  • PhD in Curriculum and Instruction (Online)
  • PhD in Instructional Design for Online Learning (Online)
  • PhD in K-12 Studies in Education (Online)
  • PhD in Leadership in Educational Administration (Online)
  • PhD in Management Education (Online)
  • PhD in Postsecondary and Adult Education (Online)
  • PhD in Professional Studies in Education (Online)
  • PhD in Special Education Leadership (Online)
  • PhD in Training and Performance Improvement (Online)
  • PhD in Information Technology Education (Online)

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Chicago School of Professional Psychology

Campuses: Online

Degrees Offered:

  • Graduate Certificate - Child & Adolescent Psychology (Online-Blended)

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Kaplan University

Campuses: Online

Degrees Offered:

  • Master of Science in Higher Education - Educational Assessment and Evaluation (Online)
  • BSPY - Child Development (Online)
  • Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Development (Online)
  • Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies (Online)
  • MSE - Instructional Technology - Adult Learning/Higher Ed (Online)
  • MSE - Instructional Technology - Adult Learning/Organizations (Online)
  • Master of Science in Education (for Existing Teachers Grades K-12) (Online)
  • Master of Science in Higher Education - College Administration and Leadership (Online)
  • Master of Science in Higher Education - College Teaching and Learning (Online)
  • Master of Science in Higher Education - Online College Teaching (Online)
  • Master of Science in Higher Education - Student Affairs (Online)

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Walden University

Campuses: Online

Degrees Offered:

  • Master of Science (M.S.) in Adult Learning (Online)
  • Master of Science (M.S.) in Early Childhood Studies (Online)
  • Master of Science (M.S.) in Education (Online)
  • Master of Science (M.S.) in Higher Education (Online)
  • Master of Science (M.S.) in Instructional Design and Technology (Online)
  • Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) (Online)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Education (Course-based) (Online)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Education (KAM-based) (Online)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Education (Mixed-Model) (Online)
  • Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Child Development (Online)
  • Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Educational Studies (Online)
  • Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Interdisciplinary Studies (Online)
  • Education Specialist (Ed.S.)
  • Teacher Preparation Program with Master of Arts in Teaching (Online)

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Pacific Oaks College

Campuses: Online

Degrees Offered:

  • Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction (Online)
  • Master of Arts in Early Childhood Education (online)

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American InterContinental University

Campuses: Online

Degrees Offered:

  • MEd - Adult Education and Training (Online)
  • MEd - Classroom Integration of Technology (Online)
  • MEd - Curriculum and Instruction (Online)
  • MEd - Educational Assessment and Evaluation (Online)
  • MEd - Instructional Design (Online)
  • MEd - Leadership of Educational Organizations (Online)

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California Lutheran University

Campuses: Online

Degrees Offered:

  • EdD in Higher Education Leadership (Online)

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Colorado Technical University

Campuses: Online

Degrees Offered:

  • Associate of Science in General Studies (Online)
  • Doctor of Management in Graduate Level Instructional Practices (Online)
  • Doctor of Management in Private Sector Higher Education Leadership (Online)

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University of Phoenix

Campuses: Online

Degrees Offered:

  • Bachelor of Arts in English

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Western Governors University

Campuses: Online

Degrees Offered:

  • B.A. Interdisciplinary Studies (K-8) (Online)
  • B.A. Mathematics (5-9 or 5-12) (Online)
  • B.A. Science (5-12 Biological Science) (Online)
  • B.A. Science (5-12 Chemistry) (Online)
  • B.A. Science (5-12 Geosciences) (Online)
  • B.A. Science (5-12 Physics) (Online)
  • B.A. Science (5-9) (Online)
  • B.A. Special Education (Online)
  • Endorsement Prep Program in ELL (PK-12) (Online)
  • Endorsement Preparation Program in Educational Leadership (Online)
  • M.A. English Language Learning (PK-12) (Online)
  • M.A. Mathematics Education (K-6, 5-9, or 5-12) (Online)
  • M.A. Science Education (5-12 Biological Science) (Online)
  • M.A. Science Education (5-12 Chemistry) (Online)
  • M.A. Science Education (5-12 Geosciences) (Online)
  • M.A. Science Education (5-12 Physics) (Online)
  • M.A. Science Education (5-9) (Online)
  • M.A. Teaching (K-8)
  • M.A. Teaching --Mathematics (5-9 or 5-12) (Online)
  • M.A. Teaching --Science (5-9 or 5-12) (Online)
  • M.A. Teaching --Social Science (5-12) (Online)
  • M.Ed. Instructional Design (Online)
  • M.Ed. Learning and Technology (Online)
  • M.S. Curriculum and Instruction (Online)
  • M.S. Educational Leadership (Online)
  • M.S. Special Education (K-12) (Online)
  • Post-Baccalaureate in Teacher Preparation - Mathematics (5-9 or 5-12) (Online)
  • Post-Baccalaureate in Teacher Preparation - Science (5-9 or 5-12) (Online)
  • Post-Baccalaureate in Teacher Preparation - Social Science (5-12) (Online)
  • Post-bacc Teacher Prep Prgm (K-8) (online)

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Northeastern University - College of Professional Studies

Campuses: Online

Degrees Offered:

  • Master of Science in Commerce and Economic Development (Online)

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Full Sail University

Campuses: Online

Degrees Offered:

  • Master of Science in Education Media Design and Technology (Online)

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Post University

Campuses: Online

Degrees Offered:

  • Master of Education (Online)

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Concordia University

Campuses: Online

Degrees Offered:

  • M.Ed in Career and Technical Education (Online)
  • M.Ed in Curriculum & Instruction - Adolescent Literacy (Online)
  • M.Ed in Curriculum & Instruction - Career and Technical Education (CTE) (Online)
  • M.Ed in Curriculum & Instruction - ECE (Online)
  • M.Ed in Curriculum & Instruction - ESOL (K-Adult) (Online)
  • M.Ed in Curriculum & Instruction - English Language Development (Online)
  • M.Ed in Curriculum & Instruction - Environmental Education (Online)
  • M.Ed in Curriculum & Instruction - Equity, Ethics, and Justice
  • M.Ed in Curriculum & Instruction - Mathematics (Online)
  • M.Ed in Curriculum & Instruction - Methods & Curriculum (Online)
  • M.Ed in Curriculum & Instruction - Reading (Online)
  • M.Ed in Curriculum & Instruction - Science (Online)
  • M.Ed in Curriculum & Instruction - Teacher Leadership (Online)
  • M.Ed in Curriculum & Instruction - The Inclusive Classroom (SPED) (Online)
  • M.Ed in Curriculum & Instruction - eLearning/Technology Education (Online)
  • M.Ed in Educational Leadership (Online)
  • M.Ed in Special Education - Early Childhood/Elementary Education (Online)
  • M.Ed in Special Education - Middle Level/High School Education (Online)
  • BS in Career and Technical Education (Online)
  • BS in Early Childhood Education (Birth - 5 Years) (Online)
  • Ed.D in Educational Administration (Online)
  • Ed.D in Teacher Leadership (Online)

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University of San Diego

Campuses: Online

Degrees Offered:

  • M.Ed in 21st Century Literacies (Online)
  • M.Ed in Curriculum and Instruction (Online)
  • M.Ed in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) (Online)
  • M.Ed in Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and Inclusive Education (Online)

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Keller Graduate School of Management

Campuses: Online

Degrees Offered:

  • Graduate Certificate in Educational Technology (Online)
  • Master's in Educational Technology (Online)

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Columbia Southern University

Campuses: Online

Degrees Offered:

  • A.A. General Studies

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Queens University of Charlotte

Campuses: Online

Degrees Offered:

  • Master of Arts in Educational Leadership (Online)

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Saint Joseph's University

Campuses: Online

Degrees Offered:

  • Bachelor of Science in Professional and Liberal Studies (Online)
  • Bachelor of Science in Professional and Liberal Studies w/ an Autism Studies Concentration (Online)
  • Certificate of Proficiency in Autism Studies (Online)
  • Graduate Certificate Instructional Technology Specialist (Online)
  • MS Organization Development & Leadership - Adult Learning & Training Concentration (Online)
  • MS in Education of the Deaf & Hard of Hearing w/PA Hearing Impaired K-12 (Online)
  • Master of Science in Instructional Technology (Online)
  • Master of Science in Instructional Technology Specialist (Online)
  • Master of Science in Secondary Education with OATCERT Certification (Online)
  • Master of Science in Special Education (Online)
  • Master of Science in Special Education (with Wilson Reading Certification) (Online)
  • Master of Science in Special Education with Autism spectrum Disorders' Endorsement (Online)
  • Online Accelerated Teacher Certification (Online)
  • Pennsylvania Hearing Impaired K-12 Certification (Online)
  • Special Education Certification (Online)

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DeVry University

Campuses: Online

Degrees Offered:

  • Certificate - Education Leadership (Online)
  • Certificate - Educational Technology Leadership (Online)
  • Graduate Certificate - Curriculum Leadership (Online)
  • Master's - Education (Online)

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Purdue University

Campuses: Online

Degrees Offered:

  • Master of Science in Education in Learning Design and Technology (Online)

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Lewis University

Campuses: Online

Degrees Offered:

  • Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership - Higher Education - Student Services (Online)

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Strayer University

Campuses: Bloomington, St. Louis Park

Degrees Offered:

  • MEd - Adult Education and Development
  • Bachelor's - Economics
  • MEd - Teacher Leadership
  • MEd - Instructional Technology
  • MEd - Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment

Rasmussen College

Campuses: St. Cloud, Bloomington, Lake Elmo, Brooklyn Park, Mankato, Eagan, Blaine, Moorhead

Degrees Offered:

  • Associate's - Early Childhood Education: English Language Learner
  • Associate's - Early Childhood Education: Special Needs
  • Associate's - Early Childhood Education: Child Development
  • Associate's - Early Childhood Education: Child and Family Studies
  • Certificate - Early Childhood Education

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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: $87,866 High 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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