Have you ever considered becoming a teacher? Some of the benefits include approximately 15 weeks of vacation a year, a better than average salary, and the satisfaction of having an opportunity to change or influence the future generation.

In Florida, future teachers that hold a bachelor’s degree will need to attend a teacher certification program and then pass the Florida Teacher Certification Examination (FTCE) to get a Professional Florida Educator’s Certificate. After the certification is received, an application must be filled out for an Official Statement of Status of Eligibility. Eligible candidates can apply for available Florida teaching positions.

According to a July 2009 Data Report on Teacher Salary, Experience and Degree Level 2008-09, the average salary for a Nassau County teacher with a bachelor’s degree is $42,133 and the average salary for a Nassau County teacher with a master’s degree is $49,628.

Florida State College at Jacksonville is holding an education open house on October 22 at 6pm, at their downtown campus to provide information regarding a high-quality, affordable teacher certification program. The open house will be help in the Large Auditorium (A-1068). To R.S.V.P. or for more information, please contact them at (904) 633-8191.