I want to teach biology to k-12.which degree should i pursue?

Question

I want to teach biology to k-12.which degree should i pursue?

Answer 1

You'll have to choose if you want to teach elementary (K-4), Mid-level, or Secondary.  To my knowledge, there's no degree for K-12.  Even if you get your Bachelor's in Biology then Master's in Education, you'll have to choose a level.

Answer 2

a bachelors degree in biology and a masters in education??

Answer 3

If you choose to teach k-5 you will be teaching more than Science.  You will have to be able to also teach literacy, math and Social Sciences.

Answer 4

You don't mention where you want to teach. Every place has specific requirements for K-12 teachers particulary in the area of education coursework.   Sure you need to have subject expertise which you'd get in a BS and/or MS program in science, but you also need to have instruction in the art of teaching and curriculum.

A good source of information is to ask someone who teaches science in area where you'd like to teach.  If you don't have any contacts, search on the web for a discussion board of biology teachers.  They'll give you a wealth of information.

Check with the department of education in the state, country where you'd like to teach to get a better idea of what  the requirements are.