PHYSICS TEACHING AT THE SECONDARY SCHOOL LEVEL

The Department of Physics is strongly interested in the development of excellent teaching of science at both the elementary and high school levels. (See below- these include all "subject matter" courses required for endorsement for teaching secondary school physics) It has an unusual, internationally-recognized program for teacher training. Students who think they might enjoy teaching are urged to consider a career in high school science teaching. Those with a definite interest in a physics teaching major should fill out the Certification Information Form available from the Undergraduate Adviser Margot Nims (margot@phys.washington.edu / 206-543-2772 / C139A, PAT) and make an appointment to see the Teacher Education Program Adviser, Karen Wosilait (peg@phys.washington.edu / 206-685-2046 / C208, PAT).

Teaching Endorsement in Physics

Teaching Endorsement in Physics

To teach physics at the secondary level in Washington schools, the teacher must be "endorsed" in physics. Endorsement does not mean having a degree in physics. The requirements stated in this section are those for obtaining a physics endorsement. They are less than the requirements for the B.S. degree in physics. Please see the UW Courses for Teaching Endorsement under "Physics" for a complete list of required coursework

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