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[quote=Anonymous]Does your child know whether they want to teach elementary or middle or high school?

I think for an elementary school teacher either a B.A in education, or some kind of teaching fellowship is critical.  You need more experience with the group management piece than you get in most stand alone master's programs.

For a secondary school teacher, subject area expertise is the most important.  A bachelor's in the subject, with either a second major in teaching, or a master's degree in reading, is probably the best route.

If you are wanting to teach in a public school, than a school in the state is ideal because certification will be easier.  The namebrand on the diploma is less important than being instate.

If you want to teach at an elite private school, like Sidwell, then name brand will matter, and the most prestigious degree you can get without a loan is your best bet.  But know that you may not get that job right out of college/grad school.  Often those schools are hiring people who have honed their skills elsewhere.
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