In Observance of Teacher Appreciation Week, DegreeTree.com Presents Informational Guide to Becoming a Teacher

For Teacher Appreciation Week, DegreeTree highlights the increasing demand for education professionals

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May 09, 2012, 04:43 ET

CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of National Teacher Appreciation Week, DegreeTree.com, an online resource for connecting students with accredited degree programs and schools, has launched the Guide to Becoming a Teacher information series. Through this resource, DegreeTree.com provides guidance and information for individuals who are interested in entering the education profession.

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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are currently 4 million teaching jobs in the United States. Over the next three to five years this figure is projected to grow by as much as 12 percent, meaning an additional 479,000 teaching positions will be available. The DegreeTree Guide to Becoming a Teacher discusses the correct education paths for the teaching profession through a general overview and a state by state guide, providing a teacher certification roadmap for interested individuals.

National Teacher Shortage
The U.S. Department of Education has determined that there are nationwide teacher shortages in a variety of geographic areas and subject matters. The subject matter area with the most widespread shortage is Special Education, where 44 states have a reported teacher shortage for this field. Match and Science teacher shortages follow with 41 states reporting teacher shortages for each subject. In an effort to decrease teaching shortages, there are state and federal incentives available to individuals who want to teach in high-need areas, including alternative pathways to teacher certification, financial aid and specialized programs.

This information and more has been graphically represented in Teacher Shortages, an infographic by the team at DegreeTree.com. The site also offers accredited online degrees and additional information for becoming a teacher.

About DegreeTree
DegreeTree, a subsidiary of Tree.com, is the trusted online portal for connecting prospective students with accredited online degree programs and institutions. Through its comprehensive information center, DegreeTree.com provides online tools and resources to help students make the right choice for advancing their education. For more information go to www.DegreeTree.com, dial (888) 212-1441 or join our Facebook page.

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