Earning your Master of Arts in Teaching in Nebraska
| Nebraska HIGHLIGHTS | |
|---|---|
| Avg. Elementary Teacher Salary | $50150 |
| Avg. Secondary Teacher Salary | $48080 |
| Teacher Salary vs. State Average | 115% |
| Vacation Weeks Per Year | 15 |
| TEACHERS NEEDED | |
|---|---|
| Number of Teachers in Training in-State (2005-2006) | 2307 |
| Number of Teachers in Training Out-of-State (2005-2006) | 546 |
| Percent of Licenses Prepared Out-of-State (2005-2006) | 23.7% |
| Number of Teachers Graduating With Masters Degrees in Education (2005-2006) | 1024 |
All salary data taken from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
How to Become a Teacher in Nebraska through the MAT@USC
Do you…
- Currently Teach in Nebraska?
- Or, would like to become a teacher in Nebraska?
- 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 Nebraska 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 Nebraska residents across the state.
Obtain Your Master of Arts in Teaching in Nebraska
With the cutting-edge Web 2.0 technologies of the MAT@USC, you can earn your Master of Arts in Teaching from USC’s Rossier School of Education without ever leaving Nebraska. Current and aspiring teachers alike can take advantage of a great opportunity to become a teacher in Nebraska or to advance their teaching career. Our aspiring teacher track prepares students for teacher certification, while current teachers in our program work towards obtaining advanced certification from the National Professional Teaching Standards Board.
The innovative MAT@USC blends interactive, online learning with hands-on field-based learning experiences. Driven by state-of-the-art web 2.0 technologies and a dedicated cast of experienced faculty members, the MAT@USC offered by the University of Southern California brings something truly special to distance education.
Earn Your Nebraska Teaching Certificate
We make sure that MAT@USC comes to you no matter where you live in Nebraska. Students working towards their Nebraska teaching certification must still fulfill an in-person teaching requirement. Whether you’re from Omaha, Kimball, or anywhere in between, The MAT@USC will work together with local schools to arrange for you to teach under the supervision of a Guiding Teacher chosen and trained by the MAT@USC. With the MAT@USC, you can enjoy working and living at home, while still learning under the rigorous standards of USC’s Rossier School of Education.
Once you complete the MAT@USC Single or Multiple Subject Credential program, you may be recommended for California preliminary teacher certification. If your goal is to teach in Nebraska, your certification path will involve either becoming preliminarily certified in California, and then transferring that certification to Nebraska through interstate reciprocity agreements; or applying directly to Nebraska’s credentialing authority for certification. Our Student Services team will provide support and direction to help you identify the most direct and efficient path to teaching certification in Nebraska.
Teacher Demand in Nebraska
According to Teach.com, there is a low shortage of teachers in Nebraska. A Master of Arts in Teaching from the University of Southern California’s highly regarded Rossier School of Education may help you to distinguish yourself from the competition, making the process of finding a teaching job in Nebraska a bit easier.
Advance your teaching career today by joining the Rossier community. Take the next step in becoming an outstanding teacher in Nebraska by learning more. Make sure to read about the availability of Nebraska teaching jobs and why you’re needed now more than ever.
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