A great school year starts with a positive classroom culture. Before the first bell rings, before content is introduced, and long before assessments begin, students are forming opinions—about you as their teacher, about one another, and about what it…
"How fast can I become a teacher?" Perhaps you're interested in becoming a teacher, but you don't have years to spend on the career transition. While you might assume the timeline is measured in years, the reality is often far…
If you're considering a career in education, an American Board free trial is the perfect place to start. This 7-day preview gives you access to real certification course materials so you can explore the platform, understand the expectations, and decide if…
Idaho needs qualified science teachers—and if you hold a bachelor’s degree, you can start teaching without returning to college. Through American Board’s flexible, online certification program, you can teach science in Idaho and help meet the growing demand for educators in…
Landing an interview for a teaching position is exciting—and nerve-wracking. You’ve worked hard to earn your credentials, and now it’s time to prove you’re the right fit for the classroom. The key to acing your interview? Preparation, authenticity, and…
Spring break isn’t just a time for students and teachers to relax—it’s also a golden opportunity to reset your classroom and bring fresh energy into the rest of the school year. Whether your break is a week or longer,…
At American Board for Certification of Teacher Excellence (American Board / ABCTE), we offer a flexible pathway to teacher certification for aspiring educators. If you’re interested in becoming a teacher, we provide a step-by-step tutorial on how to enroll…
For the second year running, American Board offered scholarships to five future teachers. Announced in honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, the scholarships are awarded to five people pursuing alternative teacher certification. While American Board consistently works to keep our…
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…
When debating the best time of year to be a teacher, there are many top answers. But it is hard to deny the allure of autumn and the holiday season. Perhaps you find the season of thankfulness to be…
