Let’s say you just graduated with a B.A. in primary education from New zealand and you are wanting to pursue another B.A in elementary education in the United states. Courses offered in New zealand in elementary education differ to the courses offered in the United states, with the exception of a few. My question is, by having two B.A’s and with the use of international experience abroad and the development of skills and knowledge in subject areas within elementary education, will that score you a better Job within the teaching profession? Will your application be more strongly considered? I know it wont land you as a Principal, but I would like to hear your input.
To the last response, im not quiet sure what you mean by having a primary license and then a elementary license? They are both the same thing… primary/elementary teaching license. How will having TWO degrees in the same field make me marketable?
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I would think twice about getting a second degree in Elem. Ed just to get a better job offer. Private schools typically don’t pay as well as public schools, and public schools pay based on years of experience plus a stipend for advanced (MA, PhD) degrees.
The US is desperate for teachers in many, but not all, areas of the country. You would do better to land a job first. You will have to take additional coursework and/or professional development classes your first year or two of employment. I recommend that you finish that process, then complete a master’s program at a local college. By that time, you might be considered a local resident and receive lower tuition rates OR your school district/state gov might pay part of your tuition.