Does the Generalist in Middle Level Education (5-9) certificate allow an individual to teach a specific subject, such as math?
No. There are two types of middle level certificates available, intended for employment in different types of school settings: The Generalist in Middle Level Education (5-9) certificate is for teachers who teach all subjects in a self-contained classroom. This certificate would be appropriate for employment in schools organized on a self-contained classroom model in the middle grades, such as a K-8 school. Teachers with a Generalist certificate teach all subjects (math, English, social studies, science, etc.) to the students in their classroom. The Middle Level (5-9) Specialist certificate is for teachers who teach a specific academic subject. This certificate would be appropriate for employment in schools organized on a secondary school model in the middle grades. Teachers with a Specialist certificate in math, for instance, teach math to several classes of middle level students.
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