Montana has introduced a new path for teacher certification. In need of teachers, the state will now allow alternative paths to teacher certification. Notably, American Board received the honor of being the first approved alternative route in the state.…
Across the country, schools face a significant shortfall in qualified STEM teachers. According to the U.S. Department of Education, more than half of states report a deficit in STEM teachers. This shortage is more pronounced in high-need, low-income schools.…
More than 17,000 teachers have used American Board's online teacher program to become full-time teachers in their state. Below is Jim Jaycox's story, as told by him. He currently teaches special education in Florida, after earning his certification through…
When Hannah Morrison realized that becoming a teacher was her career plan, she was already pursuing a Master's in English. Hannah was considering adding teacher certification to her academic program. Then, her mother shared a news article detailing a…
Finding joy in your job transforms a mundane 9-5 into fulfillment, turning challenges into rewarding opportunities. This blog post highlights the joy of teaching, and offers insights and strategies to cultivate passion, purpose, and fulfillment in your professional journey.…
Celebrate Black History Month in your classroom throughout the entire month of February. We commemorate this time, giving teachers the opportunity to explore the rich and complex history of Black Americans, diving deep into their contributions, struggles, and triumphs.…
Have you been seeking something more? The opportunity to make a difference, to do something meaningful? Perhaps you've considered becoming a teacher (how else would you have stumbled upon this blog post?), but you're waiting for a sign that…
It's National School Choice Week National School Choice Week shines a light on the importance of educational options and the right of every family to choose the best educational setting for their children. This week we celebrate the many…
Teenagers get a bit of a bad rap these days. Some may say that teens today lack work ethic or are too addicted to screen time. But at American Board, we know teenagers are great! Teens are little adults…
Teacher Certification: Then and Now The world of education always evolving, but one thing that remains constant is the need for great teachers. The gatekeeper of teacher quality is the teacher certification process, which varies from state to state,…