Did you know that there are a shortage of math and science teachers in our schools? I sure didn't. Math was always my favorite subject in school, and I was pretty good at in. In fact, my sister just started college, and the first class she is taking in math. When I talked to her the other night, she was telling me that she has forgotten so much since high school (she graduated 12 years ago). She started asking me questions, and I was pretty impressed with how much I remembered.
I have been toying with the idea of going back to school, which is something I wish I had finished right out of high school. I was thinking of maybe getting some type of English degree, but now I might look into math. I mean, if there is a shortage now, it's a good time to look into that career, right? In fact, if you are a recent college graduate or someone who works in STEM fields (science, technology, engineering, or math) and is looking for a career change, you might want to look into The Woodrow Wilson Teaching Fellowship.
To qualify, candidates must:
- Have completed an undergraduate degree in a STEM field by June 2011.
- Have graduated with a 3.0 GPA or higher.
- Demonstrate a commitment to the program and its goals.
If selected as a fellow, you will receive a $30,000 stipend to complete an intensive master’s degree program at one of fourteen participating universities. You will also complete a field-based master’s degree in teacher education, commit to teach for at least three years in a high-need school, and receive intensive support and mentoring in the classroom.
For more information, or to apply for this fellowship before the September first deadline, visit www.wwteachingfellowship.org.
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