Social Workers and Teachers

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This paper explores two very different professions which have one major similarity - they are both vitally important and can be considered not just jobs but a means to offer public service as well: that of an elementary school teacher and a social worker. The paper begins with a look at elementary school teachers and their role in forming and educating the children. The paper then explores the role of the social worker, who although not bound to the classroom format, is deeply involved in the development and ultimate education of the child as well.

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"Teachers must have undergraduate college degrees, and many have graduates degrees as well. All states require public school teachers to be certified in one subject or several related subjects, with a bachelor's degree and the completion of an approved teacher training program with a prescribed number of subject and education credits and supervisory practice teaching. Most states also require applicants for teacher certification to be tested in such basic skills as reading, writing, teaching skills, and proficiency in subject matter."

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