Stacey wants to teach third graders in a public school. She just finished her bachelor’s degree in education. What is she required to obtain before she starts work?

A bachelor’s degree is the usual educational foundation for teaching in a public school, but it does not by itself authorize Stacey to teach. She must obtain a teacher certification, which confirms she meets the requirements to teach in that state. An associate’s degree is a lower degree, and a master’s or principal certification is not generally required to begin teaching.

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