I worked in the business world before changing careers to
teaching. I got certified in both business and technology.
One of the classes I teach is just what you describe - Word,
Excel, PowerPoint. But, it's not my entire schedule. I also
teach HTML programming, Personal Finance, Desktop Publishing
(using Microsoft Publisher), and other random classes. I
don't think one FT teacher would teach solely Microsoft Office.
I lucked out finding my job! I've rarely seen a posting for
something similar . . . these positions are hard to come by!
On 4/16/08, Kirstypie wrote:
> Hi all!
>
> I currently work in an office environment and utilize
> Microsoft Office applications every day - to the point of
> mastery, if I do say so myself. I'm looking for a change of
> pace and I was thinking of perhaps becoming a computer
> teacher and teaching these real-life skills I've aquired.
>
> My question is: What do computer teachers actually teach? I
> know I could teach Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher and
> Access. But I fear that this isn't enough. I know nothing
> about configuring computers or programming, or some of the
> more advanced "Computer Science" things.
>
> WOuld the skills I already have be enough? If not, what
> additional skills would I need to aquire? Thanks!