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Hi, I am currently an undergrad, looking to apply to some teacher certification/MAT programs. I am just wondering what the job market is for the future? I know that there has been a lot of budget cuts so can someone help me there? I just want to make the right decision in choosing this career.. I know that if I really wanted it, I would not even doubt the job market. However, I really do want to be a teacher, so I just need some inspiration or encouragement : ( Thanks.

Definitely, thanks a lot for the pep talk / advice! I think I really needed to hear that. I was just thinking if I should mention my non traditional major to the schools I'm applying through my SoP but I guess I should. If you love what you do, you'll never have to work a day in your life.

Thanks a lot for replying! I agree with you too, coming from a non-traditional major, it's tough. It's really tough to actually have people believe your passion for teaching. But I've read through numerous number of forums and a lot of people aren't the traditional "psychology, sociology" majors. I also agree on what you said about getting my MAT/Credential's first before moving up. I think that it is also very smart of you to teach at multiple levels! Hopefully, I'll be able to be certified in multiple subjects, however I am aiming to teach math (taking the CSET will get me certify in just elementary math with my program). I think that it definitely makes you more marketable! I plan to talk to my counselors sometime this week though! Thanks for the encouragement!

Great response! Do you know what programs are there for MPP with education emphasis? I tried looking around, and I kind of want to stay within California but I'm not sure which programs are best for me. My undergrad GPA will probably be a 3.3~ when I graduate in June.

Hi everyone, I am new to this forum so I would like some positive/constructive insight. I am currently a 4th year undergrad with a non-traditional major "Public Health Policy" with a minor in "Education". I found myself to enjoy education a lot more than I thought I would, so I'm thinking of applying to grad school. However, I don't really know what grad school route I should do. 1. My school has this amazing MAT/Teacher's Credential program - so I could apply to that, and then teach for a couple of years and then work my way up the ladder and get into administration (principal, asst. principal, etc) 2. Apply straight to Masters in Education in Educational Administration and work from there. The problem is I don't know many jobs that are in this field. Personally, I'd much rather do this route because then I would already be in administration, which is what I am exactly interested in. My main goal is to work in the education field with much emphasis in administration, counseling, advising, and such. I currently have a few experiences in teaching and I also work at a SAT prep place. Which route do you guys think I should take? Is it true that there aren't many teachers being hired nowadays? Do you think I have a better chance with a MEd with educational administration? Feedback please! Also, I am not looking to go much into Ivy Leagues, I come from California & would like to stay in California. Thanks!