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Each state sets its own requirements for teacher certification. Requirements common to all states are described here

You Will NeedBachelor's degree
Master's degree
Credential
Endorsement
Department of Education (optional)

Step 1: Earn a degree   取得一定程度的学位
Earn at least a Bachelor’s degree. Many states also require that teachers hold a Master’s degree, or earn one shortly after being hired.

Check with your state’s Department of Education about the specific requirements for teacher certification where you live.

Step 2: Earn a credential    取得任教证书
Earn a teaching credential. A credential allows you to teach either a specific grade level or a certain subject matter.

Step 3: Earn an endorsement    取得教师资格证书之外的证书
Earn an endorsement if you want to teach a subject in secondary school not covered by your teaching credential. An example would be secondary teacher certification with a math endorsement. You’re on the road to a rewarding career.

Teacher’s College at Columbia University was founded in 1887.

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credential

   n. 1. 外交使节所递的国书,信任状

endorsement

   n.1.背书,批注;（驾驶执照上的）违章记录
     2.（公开的）赞同，支持，认可
        endorsement for the plan
        对计划的支持
        endorsement of the product by the Consumer Council
        消费者协会作出的对本产品的认可
        her endorsement as leader of the delegation
        她作为代表团领导给予的支持