Earning your Master of Arts in Teaching in Hawaii

How to Become a Teacher in Hawaii through the MAT@USC

Do you…

• Currently Teach in Hawaii?
• Or, would like to become a teacher in Hawaii?
• Want to become an exceptional teacher with a comprehensive background in the most effective and up-to-date pedagogy and teaching strategies available?
• Live in Hawaii and want to participate in a high quality Master of Arts in Teaching program without a long commute or drastic move?

If the answer to any of these questions is yes, then the MAT@USC might be the perfect program for you. The MAT@USC is available to all Hawaii residents across the state.

Obtain Your Master of Arts in Teaching in Hawaii

In the past, being a resident of Hawaii and studying at the University of Southern California meant that you had to move to the mainland. Now the MAT@USC, an esteemed online Master of Arts in Teaching program brought to you by USC’s Rossier School of Education, allows you to learn in real-time from USC’s distinguished professors and earn your degree without having to leave Hawaii.

The revolutionary MAT@USC combines interactive online study with hands-on field-based application to create a thorough learning experience. By utilizing unique web 2.0 technology and USC’s renowned staff, the MAT@USC has become a great opportunity for those looking to become a teacher in Hawaii.

Earn Your Hawaii Teaching Certificate

Students who are interested in earning their Hawaii teaching certification will participate in a hands-on field-based student teaching known as Guided Practice. Regardless of where in Hawaii you are located, your Guided Practice will take place at a school near your home or workplace. Guided Practice is supervised by a Guiding Teacher specially selected and trained by the MAT@USC, who will work to maintain the rigorous standards of the Rossier School of Education.

Once you have completed the MAT@USC Single or Multiple Subject Credential program, you will be eligible to be recommended for the California teaching certification. If you hope to teach in Hawaii or another state, the certification can be transferred from California to Hawaii through interstate reciprocity agreements. As an alternative, you may also apply directly to Hawaii’s certification authority. The MAT@USC’s expert Student Services team will provide you with all the information and assistance necessary in acquiring a Hawaii teacher certification.

Hawaii Student Spotlight

Sigrid Wilson hails from Waikoloa, HI and began her MAT@USC journey with the October 2009 cohort. She graduated in May 2011 from the MAT with Teaching Credential Program. Looking back on her experience in the program, Sigrid stated, “I have to say that I have grown not only as a professional, but as a person. The MAT@USC has enlightened me in the most profound way.” To learn more about Sigrid, read her reflections upon graduating on the MAT@USC Blog.

Teacher Demand in Hawaii

According to Teach.com, there is a critical shortage of teachers in Hawaii. A Master of Arts in Teaching from the University of Southern California’s highly regarded Rossier School of Education will ensure that great teachers are being trained to fill this critical gap and may also help you to distinguish yourself from the competition, making the process of finding a teaching job in Hawaii a bit easier.

Earning a Master of Arts in Teaching from USC is possible whether you live on Hawaii, Maui, Kaho’olawe or any of the other islands. So take the next step in becoming an outstanding teacher in Hawaii by requesting more information. Learn about the availability of Hawaiian teaching jobs and why Hawaii needs outstanding teachers now more than ever.

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