Teacher

Exam

Third-party exam

Education

Specific course

Experience

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Background check

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TEACHERS<BR><BR>Teachers instruct students in subject matter using various teaching methods including lecture and demonstration; use audiovisual aids and other materials to supplement presentations; prepare an outline for course work; assign lessons and correct homework; keep attendance records; and maintain discipline in the classroom. Teacher's license can be endorsed for many specialties, including elementary education, middle grades and secondary subject-specific endorsements, as well as many others.<br><br> REQUIREMENTS: <br>Be at least 18 years old and satisfy education and examination requirements. Contact license authority for additional requirements for endorsements. <br><br>EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: <br>Completion of teacher preparation program at an approved educator preparation provider. Contact the licensing authority for additional requirements for endorsements and for updated requirements for the practitioner occupational teacher's license. <br><br>EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS:<br>Praxis Exams (Core Academic Skills & Specialty Area Tests) administered by the Educational Testing Services<br><br> RECIPROCITY WITH OTHER STATES: <br>Yes <br><br>PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS: <br>Tennessee Education Association <br>801 Second Avenue North<br> Nashville, TN 37219<br>Phone: (615) 242-8392