2024-03-28 15:11
Governor Evers (D-WI) has extended the options for future teachers in Wisconsin. By signing SB 742, Governor Evers allows American Board to continue providing a fast and affordable route to… Read More
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American Board offers online certification program to help people become teachers without going back to college.
2024-03-26 17:34
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 ho… Read More
2024-03-12 14:53
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… Read More
2024-03-06 16:35
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… Read More
2024-02-23 16:41
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 ac… Read More
2024-02-13 11:16
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 str… Read More
2024-02-05 10:51
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… Read More
2024-01-30 17:20
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 u… Read More
2024-01-22 12:41
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 settin… Read More
2024-01-16 11:34
Teenagers get a bit of a bad rap these days. Some may say that teens today lack work ethic or are too addicted to their screens. But at American Board, we know teenagers are great! Teens are… Read More
2024-01-10 12:28
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 teach… Read More
2024-01-02 12:36
As we enter 2024, the landscape of education is changing faster than ever before. Let’s dive into some of the anticipated/upcoming education trends and topics that will presumably shap… Read More
2023-12-23 12:07
As we approach the end of 2023, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the dynamic shifts and innovations that have shaped the educational landscape this year. From technology in the clas… Read More
2023-12-15 21:21
As the holiday season envelops us in its warmth and sparkle, many of us reflect on the gifts we can give ourselves – both material and intangible. For those drawn to the world of educa… Read More
2023-12-14 04:58
December is synonymous with festivities! While most of us are familiar with Christmas, there are several other holidays celebrated around the globe that are equally significant and joyful. E… Read More
2023-12-05 20:36
The holiday season, synonymous with joy, family gatherings, and festive activities, presents a golden opportunity for students to detach from their digital screens and reconnect with the wor… Read More
2023-11-30 17:54
For the work they do, teachers can never receive enough thanks. Every day, they work tirelessly to inspire and educate future generations. Their work is both challenging and rewarding, and m… Read More
2023-11-24 20:44
In the evolving landscape of education, the demand for effective, efficient, and accessible teacher training programs has never been higher. American Board’s online teacher certificati… Read More
2023-11-19 14:07
Today, let’s take a moment to express gratitude for those who choose the profession of teaching. Certainly not because of the job’s glamour or wealth, but because of its impact… Read More
2023-11-13 18:27
The holiday season brings with it an air of festivity, family reunions, and for many, a break from the daily grind. While it’s undoubtedly a time to relax and recharge, it can also be… Read More
2023-11-09 14:43
A new law in Nebraska marks a significant milestone, not just in education policy, but also in the opportunities it presents for Nebraskans dreaming of making a difference through teaching… Read More
2023-11-01 13:34
As the first frost of November blankets the streets and the ambiance of Thanksgiving draws near, there’s no better time to introduce the power of gratitude into our classrooms. Teachin… Read More
2023-10-26 23:22
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 thankfulne… Read More
2023-10-24 12:05
Future teachers in Nebraska will soon have faster and more affordable access to teacher certification. Teacher certification is a crucial step in ensuring that students receive instruction f… Read More
2023-10-19 12:05
Teach in North Dakota: Embracing Faster Options Like many states, North Dakota takes the quality of its educators seriously, ensuring they meet high standards through either the traditional… Read More
2023-10-09 21:13
Each month, hundreds of new teachers graduate from American Board’s online certification program and become leaders of their own classrooms. These classrooms reflect the teachers and s… Read More
2023-10-05 00:01
On October 5th, we celebrate World Teachers’ Day! Each year, the day gives us an opportunity to pause and really think about the teaching profession. We don’t use the day to simp… Read More
2023-02-23 19:55
It is now easier than ever to transition to a career teaching social studies in Pennsylvania! The Pennsylvania Department of Education has approved American Board to begin certifying social… Read More
2023-01-18 16:55
It’s that time again. The time of year when we wonder whether we’ve gotten the year off to the right start or not. Some of us have already flubbed our New Year’s resolution… Read More
2022-12-20 19:12
The holidays are here and so it is time to spend countless hours wondering what to give all the special someones in our lives. Is it the right size? Did I get the right brand? Instead of gif… Read More
2022-11-16 18:04
Melody J., a recent college graduate, leveraged her newly received psychology degree to earn her teacher certification and accept a full-time position as a paraprofessional. At College, Pick… Read More
2022-11-15 00:04
Online teacher certification opportunity made a teacher’s career leap possible. But it was a love of literature that inspired this teacher’s decision to enter the classroom. Amer… Read More
2022-11-04 19:40
Like you, we wake up each November 1st with a candy hangover and a feeling of thankfulness. At American Board, we’re feeling thankful for our teacher graduates. Online teacher certific… Read More
2022-10-25 16:56
If you follow education news at all, you likely know that the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) scores were released this week. The NAEP test scores are known as our ‘… Read More
2022-10-14 17:10
The teacher shortage has taken hold across the country and state leaders everywhere recognize the need for more great educators. Several states have made moves to assist people transitioning… Read More
2022-10-06 18:17
Since you’ve stumbled upon this blog post, we assume you’ve considered becoming a teacher. Perhaps you have a knack for numbers and you want to teach math. Maybe you’ve hea… Read More
2022-09-21 17:39
Do you ever feel like you’re wandering, professionally? Not sure what you want to do next, but you’re sure you don’t want to stay where you are? Perhaps it’s time to… Read More
2022-01-31 15:27
A month into a new year and many of us often feel that we have already failed for the year. Whether it’s too much chocolate or soda, or not enough time away from screens, many of us ha… Read More
2021-11-29 15:37
By now, we all know the routine. Thanksgiving is followed by Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Cyber Monday, and lastly, Giving Tuesday. Now that we’ve all survived the Thanksgivi… Read More
2021-11-24 16:31
Quick, pause for a second, think about what you are truly thankful for. Family likely tops the list. Perhaps next is good health, or dear friends. Whatever it is that brings joy to your life… Read More
2021-11-23 19:52
In this new world of gig economies, wouldn’t it be nice to have a career you were truly thankful for? Instead of gassing up your car in between deliveries while you streamline someone… Read More
2021-11-11 17:40
Did you know approximately 200,000 men and women retire annually from their U.S. military careers and return to their local communities for life as civilians? It’s true! Now, imagine i… Read More
2021-10-28 19:40
Getting Started in North Dakota When Janae and her family moved to Williston, North Dakota, they didn’t have a huge support system in place. They were new in town and didn’t have… Read More
2021-10-06 16:15
Ohio’s Department of Education recognizes the value that career professionals can bring to the teaching profession. Therefore, the state has made it easier to transition to a career in… Read More
2021-09-24 15:00
West Virginia is continuing its efforts to streamline the teacher certification process. The state is working to make it easier to pursue teaching in order to alleviate the teacher shortage… Read More
2021-09-09 13:28
Patriot Day September 11th 2021, we commemorate Patriot Day. This year, Patriot Day marks the 20th anniversary of the horrific September 11, 2001 attacks. American Board … Read More
2021-08-26 19:37
School is back in session! Thankfully, most students across the country are back in the classroom. They are showing up to class positive and ready to learn. As we admire their resilience, we… Read More
2021-08-10 20:15
Teacher Certification Made Easy The worsening teacher shortage has been discussed ad nauseam, and with good reason. Namely, when schools don’t have access to the number of fully-traine… Read More
2021-08-06 13:55
To combat the teacher shortage, it is now easier to teach special education in Pennsylvania. Like most states, Pennsylvania is experiencing a teacher shortage. In fact, the number of undergr… Read More
2021-07-16 18:04
Mississippi has expanded opportunities for people who wish to become teachers. Specifically, the change benefits those who hold a degree in a subject other than education and wish to transit… Read More
2021-07-09 18:10
Why Teaching? Living in Appleton City, MO, Trey Foster was working for UPS when he first considered becoming a Missouri teacher. Trey knew that teaching is a stable profession, and it offers… Read More
2021-07-01 13:51
It is now easier than ever to become a teacher in Indiana. As a result of legislation passed during the 2021 session, community members who wish to become full-time teachers in their local s… Read More
2021-06-30 14:41
Idaho teacher Brooks Hill didn’t grow up dreaming of becoming a teacher. In fact, after graduating college in 2011, he had no idea what field to enter for his career. Certainly, after… Read More
2021-06-24 16:01
Recognizing the need for certified teachers, Florida has streamlined teacher certification! The change was made at the state level and eases the certification process. In particular, the cha… Read More
2021-06-16 13:33
The teaching profession is constantly evolving. More so now than ever before. Similarly, teachers must continue to learn, evolving their practice to meet student needs. Based on the educatio… Read More
2021-06-04 16:31
Without a doubt, the 2020-2021 school year was unlike any other. When the spring 2020 semester was uprooted by the COVID-19 pandemic, teachers had already established meaningful bonds with t… Read More
2021-05-28 18:42
Memorial Day Weekend is here. The unofficial start of summer, Memorial Day is about so much more than pool parties and barbecues. With its arrival, we pause to recall its true meaning. … Read More
2021-05-21 13:58
Thanks to the dedication and tirelessness of some Indiana legislators, it will soon be easier to earn Indiana teacher certification. Specifically targeting career-changers, the new streamlin… Read More
2021-05-12 18:30
To combat the teacher shortage, North Dakota has made it easier to become a special education teacher in the state. Like most states, North Dakota is experiencing a teacher shortage. This me… Read More
2021-05-07 15:19
It’s Teacher Appreciation Week, and all across the internet we find signs of celebration. Big companies are recognizing the profession by offering teacher discounts. School districts a… Read More
2021-05-03 19:38
As we all know, 2020 was unlike any other year. Professions across the world were pushed to their limits. Medical professionals faced challenges like never before, the hospitality industry c… Read More
2021-04-26 17:49
As our nation’s teacher shortage grows dire, some states have embraced new ways to get more teachers in classrooms. Unfortunately, some of these steps are simply stopgaps. For example… Read More
2021-04-19 18:05
Like many industries, the education world has seasons. For people looking to become a teacher, there is no season more important than hiring season. If you’re planning to transition to… Read More
2021-03-24 19:15
Peda… what? Most people are completely unfamiliar with the term pedagogy. You may have never even heard the word before. If that’s the case, you’re probably wondering how… Read More
2021-03-18 17:20
Your Dream of Becoming a Teacher Across the country, there are thousands of career professionals who want to transition to a career in teaching. Perhaps you’re one of these people. You… Read More
2021-03-15 14:34
Teacher Shortage in West Virginia The teacher shortage has hit West Virginia, just as it has the rest of the nation. Because of the shortage, West Virginia parents may be surprised to find t… Read More
2021-03-12 15:54
What is Troops to Teachers (TTT) For more than 20 years, Troops To Teachers has been the lead program assisting our Veterans as they transition to a career in teaching. Recognizing the incre… Read More
2021-03-04 17:33
Is the teacher shortage a problem? As detailed in part one and part two of this three-part blog series, the teacher shortage is real and it’s having a negative effe… Read More
2021-02-25 16:22
Is the teacher shortage real? As described in part one of this three-part blog series, the teacher shortage is indeed real, and it has real consequences. Talking heads will argue a… Read More
2021-02-15 19:46
Is there really a teacher shortage? Yes, the teacher shortage is definitely real. In one way or another, it is affecting all states and subject areas. The shortage used to be specific to rur… Read More
2021-02-05 18:17
Getting Back IN School It’s no secret that students need to be back in classrooms—now. In fact, all major organizations responsible for tracking youth growth and develo… Read More
2020-11-13 18:52
Ready for Change When enrolling in college at the young age of 18, most of us have no idea what adulthood is like. Yet, we are expected to select courses and major in a subject that aligns w… Read More
2020-10-23 13:56
Teaching Abroad International educator Cristina Chua has been teaching abroad for more than ten years. In the early 2000s, Cristina lived in the Philippines and worked office jobs. She had b… Read More
2020-09-22 19:28
Five Reasons to ‘Fall’ in Love Teaching in the Fall Autumn—when the weather is crisp and the air feels full of potential—a new school year begins and offers teachers… Read More
2020-09-11 18:37
Patriot Day September 11th, we celebrate Patriot Day. As we reflect on the horrific September 11, 2001 attacks, American Board takes this day to honor the First Responders, Members of our Ar… Read More
2020-08-24 17:08
American Board’s online teacher certification program provides local community members with the fastest and most efficient path to teacher certification. To do so, the program requires… Read More
2020-08-19 17:50
Teresa Hall knows that schools are more than where we simply teach children. Schools are an integral part of our communities; schools help shape our children into the adults they will become… Read More
2020-08-03 14:59
The Perks of International Teacher Certification When we spoke with 20-year veteran teacher Adam Rugnetta, he was in the Austrian mountains with his family. It’s not uncommon for him t… Read More
2020-07-16 17:37
More Positive Male Role Models Tim Lewis has been teaching in Theodosia, Missouri for four years. Tim has always worked with children, but he wasn’t always set on a career in… Read More
2020-06-26 15:49
Summer is here and teachers finally have a moment to breathe after what was probably the most chaotic school year of their careers. After taking a moment to reflect on the past year, and sav… Read More
2020-06-18 16:36
School is out for the summer and teachers across the country are taking time to share words of encouragement with their students. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2019-2020 school year has… Read More
2020-06-09 14:56
The Need for More Teachers North Dakota schools need more teachers. According to North Dakota’s Education Standards and Practices Board, every subject area will experience a “cri… Read More
2020-06-04 19:03
Career Changing In South Carolina Angela Adamian fell in love with teaching while her own children were in school. “Working with them on homework, inspiring in them a love for learning… Read More
2020-05-21 15:26
Desire to Do Good Kyle Smith studied communications and marketing in college. An athletic guy, he attended Northwestern University on a football scholarship. After college, Kyle entered the… Read More
2020-05-14 17:23
Seeking More Involvement After a stable career as an optician, Robin Larrabee moved her family to south Florida and decided to pursue a teaching career. Her children were just about school-a… Read More
2020-05-08 16:55
Teacher Appreciation Week 2020 has been unlike any other. Teachers have always had the power to adapt, inspire, and change lives. But in the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic, these power… Read More
2020-05-01 15:32
More Teachers Needed Pennsylvania schools are not immune to the teacher shortage. In fact, the number of undergraduate education majors in the state has declined by 55 percent over… Read More
2020-04-24 18:51
Wanting Something Stable Like many American Board graduates, Tia Hernandez did not always know she was meant to have a teaching career. After earning her bachelor’s degree in only thre… Read More
2020-04-20 18:40
Celebrating Earth Day on April 22 always provides teachers with a chance to incorporate fun environmental lessons into their curriculum. But the fun isn’t reserved for science teachers… Read More
2020-04-15 16:01
Transitioning from Stay-At-Home Mom to Teacher After 15 years of stay-at-home parenting, Malia decided to reenter the workforce. She knew she was good at working with children, so she took a… Read More
2020-04-09 20:14
COVID-19 has closed schools across the nation. Consequently, without missing a beat, teachers have stepped up to ensure their students still have learning opportunities. American Board has a… Read More
2020-04-06 19:52
Middle school science teacher Nick Haas had already enrolled in a cooperative education agency to pursue his Wisconsin teaching certificate when he heard about American Board’s online… Read More
2020-04-03 18:26
Schools in South Carolina have an ongoing teacher shortage, meaning that not every classroom is led by a certified teacher. Yet, an abundance of local community members have the skills and k… Read More
2020-04-02 15:45
School leaders are struggling to put a certified teacher in every classroom, and yet many working professionals want to transition to a career in teaching. Now, however, Idaho lawmakers have… Read More
2020-03-27 13:47
Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, teachers are teaching in even more innovative ways. Many are employing online resources not previously used in their classes. American Board teacher graduat… Read More
2020-03-17 20:06
Whether you’re a teacher on leave while schools are closed or teleworking in another field, the resources below will help you maximize your time at home. Online professional developmen… Read More
2020-03-12 20:21
March 14th (3/14) is Pi Day, giving us all an opportunity to celebrate the wonder of math in our everyday lives. Maybe you’ll celebrate in your own way with a slice of pizza or pi… Read More
2020-03-06 18:03
Sunday, March 8th marks International Women’s Day, a day to recognize and commemorate the accomplishments of women. The move to celebrate International Women’s Day began in… Read More
2020-02-28 18:08
What started as a birthday tribute to the popular children’s author Dr. Seuss, has blossomed into a week-long celebration of reading. Read Across America Week, beginning March 2nd, is… Read More
2020-02-21 20:07
We are entering the last week of Black History Month and by now you’ve surely covered concepts like the Civil Rights Movement in your class. Figures like Rosa Parks and Martin Luther K… Read More
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