Career In art

The career I chose to research this quarter is an elementary school art teacher. I like making art and love being around kids. I also have a lot of memories from my elementary school art class. Credentials needed to be an elementary art teacher include a bachelor's in teaching, as well as adequate art coursework. A teaching license is also needed, as well as student teaching experience. Many elementary art teachers major in art education. Some of the top-ranked universities for becoming an art teacher are the University of Florida, Boston University, and the University of Wisconsin. Classes to be an art teacher education major are available at VCU. Responsibilities of being an elementary art teacher include preparing curriculum and choosing projects, providing instruction, organizing, and ensuring safety. The average salary of an elementary art teacher is 53,000 dollars, with the average salary in Virginia being around 41,000 dollars. Something I found interesting while researching this career is that it can be a great way to strengthen your immune system.