The evolution of teacher preparation programs from Colonial times to the present day have changed significantly. The changes have been for the better of the Teaching profession.
In Colonial times teaching was only for young women and they had very strict rules for them. They had to sign a teaching contract which included many things that they were not allowed to do and if they did not abide by the contract the contract would be voided. They were not allowed to marry or keep company with men; they had to be home between 8 am and 6 am unless they were in attendance at school. They were not allowed to ride in a carriage or car with any man unless it was her father or brother. They were not allowed to smoke, drink or be out in ice-cream parlors. They couldn’t put on make up or dye their hair. They had to dress in a certain way and could not were bright colors. Teaching was held in very low standards the pay was very low and they didn’t need any formal training.
In Modern times teaching is a profession for both men and women. It has also become a second profession for people retiring and wanting to start a second career. The teaching contract has changed drastically from Colonial times. For example teachers are allowed to marry and have a family with out any retribution. There are not restrictions on your personal look. You are allowed to wear makeup, dye your hair and even have tattoos and piercing. You can be out and about town with friends with out any problems. In modern times you must have a four year degree and have your state teaching certificate in order to teach. The Teach for America concept is a program with a two year commitment in a low income community. The teacher’s goals are to make a short term impact on the lives of their students and to be lifelong leaders in pursuing educational equity for all students. Members of Teach for America do not have to be certified teachers. They get some kind of formal training and certificate and certified teachers can apply to Teach for America.
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