Career Colleges » Alaska » Education and Teaching
Looking for accredited career colleges, technical schools, and universities in Alaska offering Education and Teaching degrees.
Learning how to teach: teacher training, k12, leadership, secondary education training, curriculum development and more.
Alaska is one of the last strongholds of America's natural beauty. Spend your days studying against the backdrop of pristine, virtually untouched, landscapes. And while true, schools, universities, and colleges in Alaska have a reputation for extremely cold winters, it is a small price to pay given the stunningly beautiful environment in which students pursue their degrees.Your degree in education or teaching can open doors to careers in kindergarten through high school (K-12), curriculum coordination, educational leadership or specialty fields, including pre-kindergarten, child development and special education.
Most states require a bachelor's degree and supervised classroom experience to get started in the field. Check with your state's department of teacher licensing for specific requirements on what it takes to oversee your own classroom. Teachers and administrators are usually required to complete coursework and certifications throughout their careers.
The BLS reports the following median annual salaries for K-12 teachers in May 2010: