Are you interested in a career at the front of a classroom? High school teachers make decent money, and feel fulfilled by the work that they do each day. Read through this guide to learn how to become a high school teacher.

If you love helping others learn, and wouldn't mind having summers off for the rest of your life (provided you don't sign up to teach summer school), you may be interested in becoming a high school teacher. Teaching is a noble, rewarding profession, and you may not end up a millionaire, but it does get the bills paid. If you have plenty of patience and enjoy watching other people learn, this may be a great career choice for you.

You will need to obtain Bachelor's degree, at the very least. It helps to have a degree in education, but it is not absolutely necessary. In addition, you will need to become certified or go through education training. The exact requirements vary from state to state, so contact the department of education where you live.

While you are studying or going through the certification process, you will need to get some experience running a classroom by working as a student teacher. Contact your college or your local high schools to find about about opportunities.

Once you have your degree, certification and classroom experience, it is time to begin the job search. Start with high schools in your area by contacting the district human resources department. Inquire about both full time, part time and substitute positions, even if you are interested in a full time job. There is a chance you will have to start out as a sub or part-timer until you have proven yourself, or the position you want opens up.