Earn a bachelor’s degree in education or a subject area you want to teach
Complete a teacher preparation program approved by your state or country
Fulfill required student teaching or supervised teaching hours
Meet subject-specific requirements (e.g., coursework or content exams)
Pass required licensing or certification exams
Apply for your teaching license or teaching certificate
Apply for teaching positions in public, private, or charter schools
Complete any required background checks and fingerprinting
Maintain your license through ongoing professional development or continuing education
Consider endorsements or additional certifications for special subjects or grade levels
Build experience through substitute teaching, tutoring, or assistant roles if needed