Hello everyone! I am a 40-something that recently went back to school and am close to completing my bachelor's degree. I really love the idea of getting my teacher's certification (post bachelor's certification after my bachelor's degree) and becoming a teacher for one of the online charter schools, such as Connections Academy, where I can work from a cubicle or from my home and have more one-on-one contact with students. My questions for anyone that may know: Do charter schools hire new teachers as virtual teachers without having classroom experience? Would an intern license qualify? I notice some of the virtual charter schools- Connections Academy specifically- also hire substitute teachers. The posting says teacher certification necessary. Does that mean a substitute teacher license will qualify? If it matters, I am in Arizona. Thanks!
I have explored virtual schools. Most of them require some actual classroom experience. But, it can't hurt to try!
I have taught online for 9 years. I would recommend getting your first year at a public school. If not then apply, apply, apply. The thing they are looking for are people that are great with technology and can produce results in the virtual world. I hope that helps!
