Are you considering a new career path?

Perhaps your destination could be teaching.

There is a critical need for qualified teachers in Georgia; teachers who are professionally trained and certified to work with Georgia's diverse and growing population.

To assist you in your pursuit of a career in teaching, the University System of Georgia has developed the Teacher Career Center -- an online one-stop shop that offers information and resources for interested individuals, no matter what your level of education or background may be.

We invite you to browse through the site and learn more about

• Why the University System of Georgia offers a quality guarantee on all teachers prepared at USG institutions
• The number of USG teacher preparation programs across the state of Georgia
• The many pathways to teacher certification, whether you are currently a student, career changer or a teacher paraprofessional
• High need schools and content areas – and why you may want to consider these options
• The benefits of teacher induction programs

You will find a wealth of information through The Teacher Career Center and the links to various USG teacher preparation institutions. If you have questions about the process or programs available, please feel free to contact the individual institutions or The Teacher Career Center office.