Considering a New Career?

Considering a new career? If you have a bachelor's degree in a science or mathematics discipline, you could be teaching middle school or high school math or science in just over a year. Kennesaw State University's Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) prepares highly qualified candidates for a teaching career in science or mathematics. With a high level of job satisfaction, excellent health and retirement benefits, job security, competitive salaries and a family friendly schedule, there's never been a better time to consider a career in teaching. And there's no better place to receive your training than at Kennesaw State University.

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2007-2008 Local Teacher Salary Compensation

A Comparison

Some might think that teachers are underpaid relative to other professions. Actually, teachers' salaries are very competitive, especially considering that compensation in selected local school systems is based on only nine months of work. The following data show starting salaries for the 2007-2008 school year for teachers with a master's degree and no prior teaching experience:

School System Starting Pay
City of Atlanta $47,554
City of Marietta $45,102
DeKalb County $43,260
Cobb County $43,247
Cherokee County $41,942

Graduate Testimonials

  • "After observing how much I enjoyed tutoring the kids at the Christian school where I work, my boss and mentor encouraged me to return to school to obtain my teaching certification. I was very reluctant at first—I graduated from college nearly three decades ago. But after my initial visit with Dr. Marian Fox, who convinced me that KSU and the MAT program were a perfect fit for me, I was very enthusiastic about the program.

    As I reflect on my first year, I have to say that the most beneficial aspect of the MAT program for me has been the solid relationships that I have built with my cohorts and the professors. It is a very cooperative and supportive learning environment where we are encouraged to work collaboratively and share best practices. I am certain that the relationships built here will extend beyond KSU and graduation and well into our teaching careers." Bonnie Sellers
    MAT—Math