How to Become a Teacher?

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How to Become a Teacher?

Passion, Practice, and Production are 3p’s which define a teacher! Course Teaching is one of the noblest professions. It not only emphasizes training students but coaching them with skills and core values and morals for flourishing in life.  

Giving knowledge, Character building, molding personality, nurturing young minds, and guiding them to the righteous path which will benefit them in the future is the major job of an ideal teacher. 

The teacher provides all-round Development & Growth of a children. A good teacher can understand the student’s psychological & emotional needs, and guide students accordingly. 

If you wish to be a teacher, then we are certain that you have excellent communication & interpersonal skills, required educational qualifications and an impressive personality. We are here to help you answer you questions related to, How to become a Teacher?

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Pre-Primary School teacher

Pre-school teacher is expected to handle children between 3 to 6 years in India.  This Course is equips teachers of early years set-up (pre-primary school) to handle and effectively build strong foundation for children between age 0 to 6 years. After course Completion one can work in various child care set-ups and pre-schools across India & abroad. 

The basic qualification required to be a pre-school teacher is Graduation followed by Teachers’ Training Diploma Course (TTC). Graduates can pursue Post Graduate Diploma in Teachers’ training Courses. However a Trainee can pursue Diploma Programme after 12th Grade

Various Preschool Teacher Training Courses are offered by Vidhyanidhi Education Society (VES). It is one of the most renowned Teacher Training Institute which offers courses that are widely accepted around the world.

They are as follows:

Early Childhood Care and Education Course (ECCE)

How long is the Early Childhood Education Course?

Duration of the Early Childhood Care and Education Course (ECCE) Course is 1 Year. 

What is the course of ECCE?

ECCE Course (Early Childhood Care and Education) offered by Vidhyanidhi Education Society (VES)  is meant to be a Preschool Teacher. It trains the teacher to teach children from 0 to 8 years of age.

What is ECCE Qualification?

ECE or ECCE Course is an Undergraduate Certificate / Diploma / Post Graduate Programme depending on your education qualification. Qualification for Diploma courses is graduation  and undergraduates. whereas, Post Graduate Diploma In Early Childhood Care Education needs graduation. 

Trainees who have completed 12th Grade from any stream can apply for this course for Undergraduate or Diploma in ECCE. However one needs to graduate from any stream to complete Post Graduate ECCE.

Which is the Best Institute for ECCE course in Mumbai?

Vidhyanidhi Education Society has experience and expertise in the field of ECCE Teacher Training Course of 25+ years. It offers this course via Online & Distance mode across the Globe. It conducts Regular or Offline teacher training Lectures for it in Mumbai. 

What does ECCE Course content cover?

• What is ECCE ?
• Importance of ECCE Course 
• Evolution and Progress of Early Childhood Care and Education
• Child Development during Early years
• ECCE Curriculum planning and Pedagogy 
• Child Health, Hygiene and Nutrition 
• Organization of ECCE Centre and Day care Centre 
• Parent-Teacher Relationship etc.
• Thematic curriculum planning.
• Practical Training – Internship in ECCE centre.

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Montessori Teacher Training Course (MTT)

Can I do a Montessori Course Online?

Definitely Yes. Montessori Course Online is offered by Vidhyanidhi Education Society, a pioneer Teacher Training Institute in India & abroad. 

What is the Scope of Montessori?

Montessori Course provides a lot of career scope in the field of education for teachers. After completion of Montessori Course from Vidhyanidhi Education Society you can be a Teacher, Associate Teacher, Course Coordinator, Preschool Curriculum Planner, work for kids NGO, run tuition classes, hobby classes, activity classes for children.

What is the duration of Montessori Training?

Duration of Montessori Training for Teachers’ is 1 year. 

What kind of Course is a Montessori Teacher Training Course (MTT)?

Various Teacher Training Institute offer Montessori Teacher Training Course as a Certificate or Diploma Course. Few institutes like Vidhyanidhi Education Society also offer Post-Graduate Diploma in Montessori Teachers’ Training Course.

What is Montessori Qualification?

Trainees who have completed 10 + 2 Qualification from any stream can apply for this course for Undergraduate or Diploma. However only graduates from any can apply for Post Graduate Diploma in Montessori Teacher Training Programs.

What is Montessori Teacher Training Course (MTT) content covered?

• Dr Maria Montessori- her Philosophy 
• The Montessori Methodology & it’s Implementation 
• Child Psychology
• Exercises of Practical Life
• Sensorial activities for pre-schoolers
• Language Activities – Storytelling, puppets, flash cards, group activities, etc.
• Mathematics in Montessori
• Using Flashcards to Teach Language
• Activities to enhance Fine & Gross Motor Skills for the Age Group: 2 – 6 years
• Songs, Fun Rhymes and Games, Role Play, etc.
• Activities Related to Science subjects
• Art and Craft for pre-schoolers
• Practical Training – Internship in schools following Montessori Method.

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Nursery Teacher Training Course (NTT)

Which course teaching is best for a Nursery Teacher?

The Best Course teaching for Nursery Teachers is offered by Vidhyanidhi Education Society (VES). It provides an NTT course which can be done from any remote place across the Globe. Complete Online Teacher Training Course or through correspondence mode of study.

What can I do after NTT Course?

After the NTT Course from Vidhyanidhi Education Society, a lot of career options become available. It includes being a Teacher in Preschool or schools, supervisor, centre head, work for NGO for children, faculty in Teacher Training Institute, home tutor, etc.

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What is the duration of Nursery Teacher Training (NTT)?

Duration of Nursery Teacher Training (NTT) is 1 Year.  

What kind of Course is Nursery Teachers’ Training Course (NTT) ?

Nursery Teacher Training Course (NTT) is meant for those who want to teach in Nursery schools kids from age 3 to 8 years of age. It is a systematic Training for teachers’ to develop their students holistically i.e. developing their cognitive, physical & motor skills, emotional, social skills etc.

What is the qualification of NTT?

Trainees who have completed 12th Grade from any stream can apply for this course.

What is Nursery Teacher Teacher Training Course (NTT) Course Syllabus?

This course teaching covers topics like :

• Child health & nutrition 
• Basics of pre-primary education.
• Teaching Methodology & pedagogy in pre-school.
• History and various contributors in the field of pre-primary education.
• Child Psychology & child development.
• Setting-up a pre-school, its day-to-day management, functioning etc.
• Practical Training & lesson planning.
• Practical: Arts and Crafts, flash card making etc.

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Pre-school Teachers’ Training Course (PPTTC)

What is Duration of the Pre-primary Teacher Training Course (PPTTC)?

Duration of the Pre-primary Teachers’ Training Course (PPTTC) is  1 year. 

What is Eligibility/ Qualification for applying for Pre-primary Teachers’ Training Course (PPTTC)?

Trainees who have completed 10 + 2 Qualification from any stream can apply for this course for Undergraduate or Diploma in Pre-primary Teacher Training Course (PPTTC).

What does Pre-primary Teacher Training Course (PPTTC) content covers?

• Principles and Approaches of pre-school Education
• Characteristics of a pre-schooler
• Various stages of development 
• Child & Educational Psychology 
• Lesson Planning & Instructional techniques
• School & Classroom Management
• Pre-school Resource Management
• Evaluation & assessment of children in pre-school 
• Internship in pre-school with lesson planning and execution.

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ETE (Elementary Teacher education) or ETT (Elementary Teacher Training Course)

What is Duration of the ETT / Elementary Teacher Training Course?

It is for 2 Years. 

What kind of Course is an ETT / Elementary Teacher Training Course?

It is an Undergraduate Diploma Programme. 

Who can apply for the ETE (Elementary Teacher Education) Course?

Trainees who have completed 12th Grade from any stream can apply for this course.

What is ETT Diploma Course content covers?

This under-graduate Course Covers majorly pre-school curriculum and various aspects of early years training. It focuses on holistic development of the child in all walks of life. 

Salary of pre-school Teacher – Approximate salary ranges from 13,000/- to 15,000/- per month. It depends on the skill and qualification of the teacher, the nature of school and the kind of duties assigned to the teacher. 

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Primary School Teacher

In India, Primary school teacher handles the children in aged 6 – 12 years. Primary school teacher’s takes up higher responsibility as compared to pre-school teacher.

Number of subjects to be taught increases like,

• English language and literacy – prose & grammar
• mathematics and numeracy
• Science
• Social Studies
• Regional Language
• physical education
• Art & Craft
• Value-Education
• skill development
• Life and social skills. 

The basic qualification required to be a Primary School Teacher is Graduation followed by Degree Course in Teachers’ Training. Various Preschool Teaching Courses are:

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BTC (Basic Training Certificate)

What is Duration of a BTC (Basic Training Certificate) course?

It is a two-year certificate level education course. It is an NCTE Course recognized by the Government of India. 

What kind of Course is a BTC (Basic Training Certificate) Course?

It is a full time Professional Degree Course. It is a compulsory course for those who want to teach in the Government Primary school section.

Eligibility/ Qualification to apply for BTC (Basic Training Certificate) Course?

Graduates from any stream can apply for this course. Minimum percentage required for admission is 50 %

B.EI.ED (Bachelors in Elementary Education)

• What is Duration of B.EI.ED (Bachelors in Elementary Education)? It is a 4-years.
• What kind of Course is B.EI.ED (Bachelors in Elementary Education) Course? It is a Professional Degree Couse.
• Eligibility/ Qualification to apply for B.EI.ED (Bachelors in Elementary Education) Course? Trainees who have completed 12th Grade with an aggregate of at least 50% marks from any stream can apply for this course.

D.El. Ed. (Diploma in Elementary Education)

• What is the Duration of D. El. Ed. (Diploma in Elementary Education)? It is a 2 years Course.
• What kind of Course is D. El. Ed. (Diploma in Elementary Education) Course? It is a Professional Degree Course covering Primary Teachers’ Training to teach at primary school to teach children between 6 to 14 years of age/ Class I to VIII.
• Eligibility/ Qualification to apply for D. El. Ed. (Diploma in Elementary Education) Course? Trainees who have completed 12th Grade with an aggregate of at least 50% marks from any stream can apply for this course.

Salary of primary school Teacher – Approximately salary ranges from 15,000/- to 20,000/- per month. It depends on the skill and qualification of the teacher, school management and their HR policies and also on the kind of duties assigned to the teacher. 

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High School/Secondary School Teacher

Teachers in High school teach students from 6th to 10th standard. Teacher’s emphasis on instilling the right attitude and character building of the students as children in these standards are in their pre-teens and teens.  Teachers need to be compassionate, approachable and should be sensitive to handle the emotional disturbances of students during this crucial phase and help them to navigate it safely as there is high influence of peer and media on these children. 

A post-graduate degree (in any stream) and B.Ed (Bachelor of Education) degree is must to become a high school/secondary school teacher.  

Salary of High School/Secondary school teacher – Approximate salary ranges from 18,000/- to 25,000/- per month. It depends on the level of teaching, personal skills, pay policy of the school HR and the responsibilities embarked on by the teacher.

Senior Secondary school / Junior College (11th & 12th standard)

Senior Secondary schooling is of 2 years, a teacher here will be teaching students 11th and 12th standards also called Junior college in India.  The teachers are expected to teach particular subjects of specific streams such as science, commerce or arts. Junior college starts teaching specialized subjects which lay the foundation for the crucial years of higher education like degree/diploma/specialized programmes etc.  

Educational qualification of junior College’s Teachers’ is B.Ed (Bachelors of education) and master degree in any field with a minimum aggregate of 55 percent.  Aspiring teachers also can attend central/state-specific Teaching tests to get certified for central/state government school teaching jobs. These tests include CTET (Central teacher eligibility test) and STET (State teacher eligibility test) which can qualify them for teaching in junior Colleges. 

Salary of senior secondary School/Junior College teacher – Approximate salary ranges from 23,000/- to 28,000/- per month. It depends on the teaching skill, interpersonal skills, pay policy of the junior college and the responsibilities assigned to the teacher.

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Professor/lecturer

After a degree and a Post – graduate degree, the aspiring professor should opt for SLET (State eligibility test) or NET (National eligibility test) examinations to qualify for a PhD. It approximately takes 4-6 years to finish a PhD depending on the program design, study subject chosen and university. 

These are SLET is re-named as SET (state eligibility test). This test is held in the month of June. NET is held two times in a year in June and November. The USP of NET test is that those who have cleared NET test can work as assistant professor’s post in any educational institutes or colleges throughout India.

After completing the NET exam successfully, the applicants who opt for the M.Phil / PhD programme are awarded a JRF (junior research fellowship) of 2 years along with a per month stipend. After 2 years they are sponsored as senior research fellow depending on their performance their fellowship can be extended to 3 years too.   

The hierarchy of this teacher’s qualification is lecturer – assistant professor – associate professor – professor. 

To be a professor in college, a normal master degree is a must. Once the aspirant finishes his/her PhD, the job profile starts as an assistant professor, later as associate professor and later as professor; it mainly depends on research  work and knowledge of individuals.

Salary of Professor – Approximate salary ranges from 25,000/- to 38,000/- per month to the professor being highest rs. 75,000 – 1,00,000 p.m subject to level of teaching, the nature of the college/institute (aided or unaided) and the responsibilities undertaken. 

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Special Needs Educator 

A teacher who emphasizes working with special needs children. The Special Needs Educator works with children having cognitive, emotional, physical, motor disabilities / challenges. Their main goal is teaching them basic reading, math skills and life skills. These Special Needs educators bear highest responsibility as compared to any of the above teachers. 

Aspirants need to undertake B.Ed. in special Education (bachelors of Special education) or Diploma in Special Needs Education to become a special educator/ Teacher. They can also undertake specialised courses from private institutes and NGO’s to make their learning hands-on and practical as per modern developments in the field of special education.

Salary of Professor :

 Approximate salary of a Special Educator is 30,000 to 40,000 per month, the nature of the college/institute (aided or unaided) and the responsibilities undertaken. Average salary of a special educator in India varies from 18,000 per month to 35,000 per month depending upon the performance and qualification of the individual.

Wish all the aspiring teachers GOOD LUCK! Happy Learning & Teaching!!

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