📣Thinking about becoming a teacher in Colorado? 🌄 In this video, we break down exactly how to become a teacher in Colorado, including licensing requirements, certification pathways, Praxis exams, and substitute teaching options. Whether you’re a college student, career changer, or an out-of-state teacher moving to Colorado, this guide will help you understand your next steps.

✅ Colorado teacher certification requirements
✅ Traditional vs. alternative licensure pathways
✅ Praxis exam requirements for elementary & secondary teachers
✅ Initial License vs. Professional License explained
✅ Substitute teacher authorizations (1-year, 3-year, 5-year)
✅ Out-of-state & international teacher certification transfers
✅ Salary, benefits, and teacher demand in Colorado

Colorado offers multiple ways to earn your teaching license—whether through a traditional teacher prep program, an alternative certification program, or by starting as a substitute. With over 8,000 open teaching positions across the state, especially in shortage areas like math, science, and special education, there’s never been a better time to start your teaching journey.

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🔎 CHAPTERS 🔎

0:00 Intro: Why Colorado teaching is flexible
0:31 Traditional Route: Degree, prep program & 800 hours
1:01 Content Competency Options (MMCC) + Praxis overview
1:37 Licenses: Initial → Professional (induction & renewal)
2:03 Alternative Certification Paths
2:33 Integrated Undergrad & Intern Routes
2:54 Out-of-State & International Teacher Options
3:35 Teacher Demand in Colorado (open positions)
3:52 Substitute Teaching Overview
4:01 Substitute Authorizations: 1-Year, 3-Year, 5-Year
4:47 Background Check & Application Details
5:23 Your Roadmap: CDE/TEACH CO, programs, Praxis prep
6:19 College Saver Courses (flexible credits)
6:33 Pay, Benefits & Incentives
7:04 Final Steps & Pathways Recap
7:47 Motivation: Who You’ll Impact
7:53 Like, Subscribe & Share
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