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Maybe so, but great majority of elementary/middle school teachers (aside from career switchers) majored in education. There may be some specialized programs out there but [b]I think most elementary/middle school teachers were education majors[/b] whether (math education, English education, primary education, special education, ESOL, physical education etc.).[/quote]

You think so? Based on what evidence?[/quote]

"In every state, elementary school teachers are required to obtain at least a bachelor’s degree in education. The most common degree for elementary school teachers is the bachelor in elementary education. Some teachers also graduate with a degree specializing in the area they wish to teach, and some states require a double major in education and a specialty area. This is not always a requirement, but a teacher with a specialized degree can be a more attractive candidate for some job positions. Once a teacher is hired to a position, some employers require the teacher to pursue a Master’s degree.

For secondary education teachers wishing to work in a middle school or high school setting, a bachelor’s degree in secondary education is key. A minor or additional degree in a specialty area is a requirement for secondary school educators in many school districts. Like teachers in an elementary school setting, many secondary school educators are also required to eventually pursue a master’s degree."

http://www.degreequery.com/what-degree-do-you-need-to-be-a-teacher/

What Aspiring Teachers Can Major In

Early Childhood Education
A major in early childhood education suits students intending to teach pre-kindergarten to third grade. This major teaches them to serve as a role model as well as an educator, since such teachers often play a vital role in the early development of children.

Elementary Education
Individuals interested in teaching at the elementary level, which typically includes kindergarten through eighth grade, can major in elementary education. At this stage, education majors can specialize in a specific subject, including English, math, history or science.

Secondary Education
Aspiring teachers who want to work with older students specialize in secondary education, which can encompass between sixth and twelfth grade. They can also choose a specific liberal arts field to concentrate in, such as English literature, calculus, American history or physics.

http://study.com/articles/What_Do_You_Have_to_Major_in_to_Become_a_Teacher.html[/quote]

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