Even with the economy in the slumps, Minnesota’s public education has been on an upward swing. From moving up almost 4 ranks in teacher salaries to improving overall test scores, becoming a teacher in Minnesota has been a popular choice for recent graduates. After Minnesota started to become picky about whom they hire on as a teacher, both existing teachers and incoming teachers began to understand that a four year degree is no longer enough.

Potential Teachers in Minnesota:

Do you think you have what it takes to become a teacher in Minnesota? Now that taxpaying communities have begun to realize the positive change in the public school systems, they are more apt about funding. Since investing in the future of our students is beginning to look more and more promising, the quality of teachers must drastically go up.  It is better to get your Master’s Degree or PhD now, so you will have a much easier time to marketing yourself for the perfect teaching job. An advanced degree is also crucial for a brand new teacher because it allows you to have the jump start in your career the existing teachers wish they took advantage of. You have option to choose an online or an on-campus university. See some of the accredited schools below for more information.

Existing Teachers and Administrators in Minnesota:

Leaders are created, not born. With hundreds of new opportunities in education, the teaching industry has been thriving. School have decided to focus on the quality of teachers which resulted in a noticeable improvement. This is due to the fact that the incoming teachers are beginning to understand the importance of higher level of education.What does this mean for you? Competition is changing and the teachers who prove their commitment level with an advanced degree will the be the first ones offered new and excited opportunities, regardless of experience. Ultimately, the happier and more successful you are as a teacher, the easier it will be for your students to learn and grow. Earn your Master’s Degree, PhD, or Administrative Credentials so you can transform your teaching job into teaching career. There are many online and on-campus based choices for you to select from, see below.

Top Online Schools

Capella University  
  • MS - Integrative Studies
  • MS - K-12 Studies in Education
  • MS - Evaluation, Research, and Measurement
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Post University  
  • Early Childhood Education
  • A.S. in Early Childhood Education
  • B.S. in Child Studies
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Kendall College Early Childhood Education Program  
  • B.A. in Early Childhood Education - Without Certification
  • Illinois Type 04 Certification Preparation (Post-Baccalaureate)
  • B.A. in Early Childhood Education - With Certification
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Northcentral University  
  • International Education - Doctor of Education
  • Global Training and Development - Doctor of Education
  • General Education - Master of Education
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Grand Canyon University  
  • M.Ed. in Early Childhood (Does not lead to initial teacher licensure)
  • M.Ed. in Early Childhood (Leads to initial teacher licensure)
  • M.A. in Teaching - Professional Learning Communities (Does not lead to initial teacher licensure)
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Kaplan University  
  • MS in Education (for Existing Teachers Grades K-12)
  • MS in Education - Educational Psychology
  • MA in Teaching (for Aspiring Teachers Grades 5-12)
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Concordia University Online  
  • M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction: Curriculum & Instruction: Early Childhood Education
  • M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction: Career and Technical Education (CTE)
  • M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction: Methods & Curriculum
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Ashworth College  
  • Associate of Science Degree in Early Childhood Education
  • Teacher Assisting
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Walden University  
  • M.S.Ed - Professional Development (Grades PreK-12)
  • Ph.D. in Education - Mixed-Model
  • Ph.D. in Education - KAM-based
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Western Governors University  
  • B.A. in Early Childhood Education (Birth through Grade 3)
  • M.A. in Teaching (K-8)
  • M.S. Curriculum and Instruction
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Full Sail University - Online  
  • Education Media Design & Technology, Master of Science (Online)
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Jones International University  
  • M.Ed. in K-12 Instructional Technology
  • M.Ed. in Educational Leadership and Administration: Principal and Administrator Licensure
  • M.Ed. in Higher Education Leadership and Administration
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American InterContinental University Online  
  • Master's (M. Ed.) in Educational Assessment and Evaluation
  • Master's of Education (M.Ed.) in Instructional Technology
  • Master's of Education (M.Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction
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