Tech Ed and Educational Technology are two different things!!!
Tech Ed is high school. The Ed Tech teacher teachs woodshop,
drafting, etc. Technology positions are very rare and hard to
find in CT. Many schools don't have the funding for those
positions or programs. Many Library Media Specialists are the
"go-to tech teacher." Good luck!

On 10/30/09, Ruth wrote:
> On the state DOE website, I see a certification code (047) for
> Tech Ed. along with a Praxis II requirement.
>
> http://www.sde.ct.gov/sde/lib/sde/PDF/Cert/guides/assess_for_cert.pdf
>
> Approved certification programs are listed here:
>
> http://www.sde.ct.gov/sde/lib/sde/PDF/Cert/guides/ap_ed_prep_prgms.pdf
>
> Have your transcripts evaluated by the state or any program
> you're considering if you think you have relevant coursework
> that applies toward certification.
>
> I don't know what the job market is like -- you can search the
> DOE site for the most recent fall hiring report to get a sense
> of openings vs. applicants. Good luck!
>
>
> On 10/25/09, Tech Teacher wrote:
>> I am considering going to University of Hartford (Masters
>> in Educational Technology Program) for Technology Education
>> K12. I learned that there is no certification in
>> Educational Technology in Connecticut. One only needs
>> certain experience with technology or masters degree in
>> order to become a tech ed. I was wondering if I was
>> selecting the right school and program for becoming tech ed
>> teacher. I currently do not have any teacher certification
>> or experience. Please help me out!
>>
>> I was also wondering if Connecticut has a high demand for
>> tech ed teachers, and will i have an easy time finding a
>> job. I searched for teaching jobs and only came up with one
>> opening in connecticut, but it is in the middle of the
>> year. I learned that I will have no problem finding a job,
>> cause there is a shortage in CT, is that right? THANKS

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