Careers in Teaching
What Does It Mean to Have a Career in Education?
A career in teaching means dedicating yourself to helping students learn, grow and develop the skills they need to succeed. Teachers create supportive and welcoming classroom environments, design impactful lessons and adapt instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
A teaching degree is the first step toward life in the classroom. Earning the right degree for your career goals and interests will play a key role in helping you build the knowledge, skills and classroom experience that today’s schools expect. Each subject area and grade level requires different strengths, so selecting the right program is an important step toward becoming an effective educator.
According to 2023-24 IPEDS data, Grand Canyon University has awarded more education degrees than any other institution in Arizona.(See disclaimer 1)
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Below, you’ll find examples of the many career paths available in this field.
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Our blog can help guide you on your journey in education. These articles offer practical insights, advice and inspiration for anyone considering a career in teaching.
Learn about the certification process for becoming a teacher, and how GCU’s education programs can equip you with the preparation and support you need, whether you’re pursuing a traditional route to licensure or an alternative pathway.
Teachers can boost students’ ability to remember new information by using strategies such as mnemonic aids, active recall and hands‑on learning experiences. Making lessons engaging, meaningful and interesting also helps strengthen retention.
Explore how to transition into a teaching career by gaining classroom experience and completing state licensure requirements. Determine whether teaching as a second career is the right choice for you.
A teaching degree from GCU can help you prepare to make an impact in the classroom. Learn more about our licensure and non-licensure programs in education.
- Based on 2023-24 Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) data retrieved from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Navigator in December 2025.