Vermont Teacher Certification
How to Become a Teacher in Vermont
In order to become a teacher in Vermont, candidates must obtain Vermont teacher certification through the Vermont Agency of Education. Anyone who wants to teach at a public elementary, middle, or high school in Vermont must follow all of the procedures set forth by the Vermont Standards Board for Professional Educators.
- I want to be a teacher in Vermont, but don’t have a degree: Earn an Education Degree
- I want to be a teacher and have a degree, but not in education: Learn about Vermont’s Alternative Certification Process and Programs
- I have a teaching degree and am interested in more education: Learn about Master’s Degree Education Programs or Doctorate Education Programs and Information.
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Popular Programs:
- Master's-Education
- Graduate Certificate-Management of Education Corporation/Corporate Training Divisions
- Graduate Certificate-Education Leadership
- Graduate Certificate-Curriculum Leadership
Vermont Teacher Education Requirements
Most applicants for teaching certification in Vermont have completed a state-approved teacher preparation program at a university in Vermont. Along with their completed degree, the certification officer at the university must recommend them for certification. In addition, all applicants must complete a background check through fingerprinting.
Profiles of Well Known Schools
Castleton State College: CSC is a Vermont State College and is located in Castleton. The College focuses on a liberal arts education that infuses a diverse curriculum into the student’s major. Castleton has a thriving Department of Education that offers undergraduate and graduate level programs for current and future teachers. Undergraduates can get certified in elementary or secondary education and can choose from one of several endorsement areas such as special education, art, and other subject areas. Master’s level students can study non-certificated and certificated master’s programs. The non-certificated master’s program in Curriculum and Instruction provides a general framework of study while the master’s in Special Education provides expertise and licensure in Special Education. Students can choose from three different Masters of Education Special Education endorsements.
In January 2012, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics reported Vermont’s unemployment rate at 5.7%, well below the national average of 8.5%. The Occupational Supply and Demand System projects 674 annual job openings in education and library related positions in Vermont through 2018. In fall 2008 and 2007 respectively, the National Center of Education Statistics listed 8,766 public school and 1,550 private school teachers employed throughout the state. The average starting teaching salary in Vermont was approximated by the National Education Association at $33,100 and the average overall teaching salary at $50,141, the 25th highest among US states. The NEA also reports shortages in math, science and speech specialists across the state. According to the US Department of Education’s ‘Teacher Shortage Areas’ for the 2010-2011 school year, there is additional demand for counselors, design and technology education, and health education. The Vermont NEA, a local branch of the National Education Association, has information on state education policy, budget allocation and local employment opportunities and can be a good resource for newly certified or established teachers interested in employment in Vermont. For more specific information on state certification please contact local education and teaching schools and programs.
Vermont Teacher Testing Requirements
All applicants to become a teacher in Vermont must complete both the Praxis I and Praxis II exams. The Praxis I is a basic skills exam that assesses the applicant’s skills in reading, writing, and mathematics. Applicants may substitute SAT, ACT, or GRE scores instead of the Praxis I. Applicants must also take the Praxis II exam in the area in which they want to be certified. This exam largely covers content knowledge in the subject area.
Vermont Teacher Salary and Jobs
| Type | Number Employed | Average Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool Teachers | 1,010 | $33,670 |
| Kindergarten Teachers | 380 | $49,540 |
| Elementary School Teachers | 3,750 | $52,230 |
| Middle School Teachers | 1,440 | $53,170 |
| Secondary School Teachers | 2,550 | $50,870 |
Data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics as of May 2011.
School Programs for Becoming a Teacher in Vermont
Request free information from the following schools to learn more about your options for choosing a teacher degree program. We recommend you: Request information from one or more of these schools
Popular Programs:
- M.A. in Education/Early Childhood Ed.
- M.A. in Education/Secondary Teacher Education
- B.S. in Education / Elementary Education
- A.A. in Elementary Education
- And more...
Popular Programs:
- MA in Education (Leadership in Early Childhood Education)
- BA in Early Childhood Education
- MA in Educational Leadership and Administration (Tier 1)
- MA in Education with Instructional Technology Emphasis
- And more...
Popular Programs:
- M.A. Teaching (K-8)
- Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Preparation Program (K-8)
- B.A. Interdisciplinary Studies (K-8)
- M.A. Teaching - Mathematics (5-9 or 5-12)
- And more...
Popular Programs:
- Doctor of Management - Graduate Level Instructional Practices
- Doctor of Management - Private Sector Higher Education Leadership
Popular Programs:
- Master's-Education
- Graduate Certificate-Management of Education Corporation/Corporate Training Divisions
- Graduate Certificate-Education Leadership
- Graduate Certificate-Curriculum Leadership
Schools with Teaching Degree Programs in Vermont
Bennington College
One College Drive
Bennington, VT 05201-6003
(802) 442-5401
www.bennington.edu/go/admissions
Castleton State College
62 Alumni Dr
Castleton, VT 5735
(802) 468-5611
College of St Joseph
71 Clement Road
Rutland, VT 05701-3899
(802) 773-5900
www.csj.edu/admissions.html
Community College of Vermont
103 South Main Street
Waterbury, VT 05676-0120
(802) 241-3535
Goddard College
123 Pitkin Road
Plainfield, VT 05667-9432
(802) 454-8311
www.goddard.edu/admissions
Green Mountain College
One Brennan Cir
Poultney, VT 05764-1199
(802) 287-8000
Johnson State College
337 College Hill
Johnson, VT 05656-9464
(802) 635-2356
Lyndon State College
1001 College Rd
Lyndonville, VT 05851-0919
(802) 626-6200
University of Vermont
85 S Prospect St
Burlington, VT 05405-0160
(802) 656-3131
www.uvm.edu/admissions
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