{"id":44163,"date":"2023-08-31T14:57:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-31T19:57:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.teachersoftomorrow.org\/?p=44163"},"modified":"2023-08-31T14:57:00","modified_gmt":"2023-08-31T19:57:00","slug":"how-to-become-a-teacher-in-idaho","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.teachersoftomorrow.org\/blog\/insights\/how-to-become-a-teacher-in-idaho\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Become a Teacher in Idaho in 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"

Teaching in Idaho is a rewarding vocation, allowing you to positively impact the next generation. Working in one of the <\/span>fastest-growing states<\/span><\/a> in America, you’ll enjoy being part of a community creating new opportunities.<\/span><\/p>\n

The process of being a teacher varies, as each state has its own requirements. In 2022, Idaho had approximately <\/span>16,147<\/span><\/a> teachers. However, like many parts of the country, they are experiencing a <\/span>shortage<\/span><\/a> of educators, partly due to an accelerating population and early retirement during the pandemic.<\/span><\/p>\n

Idaho’s need for qualified educators makes it an excellent choice to pursue a teaching career. <\/span>In this guide, we’ve assembled all the steps and key information you need to know about teaching in Idaho.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Is Teaching the Right Career for You?\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Teaching is a dynamic and engaging career. But it is demanding, requiring a commitment beyond the standard 9-5, adaptability, excellent communication skills, creativity, and focus.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Teaching is a vocation that goes beyond the classroom. It requires interacting with the learners\u2019 parents or guardians, collaboration with other educators and staff, and engaging with fellow residents.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Those who teach often have a passion for spreading knowledge and making a positive impact in their communities. It’s a vocation, not a job motivated by monetary rewards. Yet, teachers often enjoy stable employment and extended periods of vacation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Teacher salaries and benefits vary across the country. The average annual salary in Idaho for 2023 is <\/span>$54,232 whereas in Florida it\u2019s $51,230<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

State Requirements for Teaching In Idaho<\/span><\/h2>\n

Teaching requirements in the United States vary across the country and which education level you wish to work with: primary, <\/span>secondary<\/span><\/a>, or high school. However, even states with stringent requirements may have emergency teaching certificate options due to staffing shortages in a particular subject, education level, or community.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Bachelor’s Degree<\/span><\/h3>\n

Idaho requires a bachelor’s degree to teach as do all US states. A degree in education is recommended, but Idaho does have avenues to obtain alternative teacher certification if a candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in a different subject.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

A bachelor’s degree in education should be from a program approved by the Idaho State Department of Education (SDE) and the grade level you wish to teach.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

A bachelor’s degree in education fosters problem-solving, critical thinking, and other skills to help you excel in a teaching career, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n