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Why choose Education at PCC?
Salary
The Oregon Employment Department reports that for the Portland area, the average annual salary is $35,973 for paraprofessional educators and $82,277 for teachers.
Become a K-12 teacher
PCC is a great place to start your education career. You can earn credits towards an Associate degree to transfer to a four-year university. Learn more about planning your education path.
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Is what you are doing right now positively affecting someone else’s life? If you are an educator, the answer is probably “yes.” If you want to dedicate your life to educating others, PCC is the right place to start. Whether you are seeking a career in education or want to keep your license current and update your skills through re-licensing classes, PCC is here to help you help others.
Teacher Relicensing: PCC can also help you keep your teaching license current. Most Education Department courses numbered 101 or above are accepted by the Oregon Teacher Standards and Practices Commission (TSPC) to meet relicensing requirements – contact TSPC regarding your individual requirements.
Award information
Awards with a icon can be earned online (no scheduled meetings).
| Award | Length (attending full-time) | Financial aid eligible | Currently accepting students? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transfer Associate Degree: Elementary Education | 2 years at PCC + 2 years at university | ||
| Transfer Associate Degree: University Transfer | 2 years at PCC + 2 years at university | ||
| Associate Degree: Educator | 2 years | ||
| Certificate: Paraprofessional Educator | Less than 1 year | ||
| Career Pathway Certificate: CTE Educator | Less than 1 year |
Cascade
OnlineWhat will you learn?
Class information
Our coursework will prepare you to resolve everyday challenges and provides learning opportunities regarding educational history, equity, laws and other issues relevant to the profession. This program also gives students the tools to successfully support teachers in planning, presenting and evaluating instruction and learning.
What will you do?
As a classroom teacher, you will have one of the most important jobs in our society. Employment of kindergarten, elementary, middle, and secondary school teachers in the Portland area is expected to increase by 8.7% through 2027 according to the Oregon Employment Division. Science, math, special education, and bilingual teachers will be in great demand.
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