Professional Aspirations and Teacher Certification Process in WA

This discussion post reflects on a student's career aspirations in accounting and finance, alongside an exploration of the path to becoming a teacher. The student expresses a desire to work as an accountant and eventually become a manager, while also considering a career in education. The post includes questions about the value of a Master's degree, the necessity of completing Washington Teacher Certification Programs, and clarification on the Praxis I PPST. References to external resources provide context for the inquiries about teacher certification requirements in Washington State. Desklib provides solved assignments and resources for students.

EDUCATION
Where do you professionally see yourself in five years?
I have studied Accounting and Finance in my graduation and therefore, I would like to join a
reputed company in their accounting or finance divisions as an accountant. I want to see myself
as a manager in an organization managing the entire accounting work in the next five years.
Also, I want to assume the roles and responsibilities of finalization of financial statements of the
company including the bank reconciliation, TDS, GST, and other MIS reporting.
Where are you at in your pathway to becoming a teacher?
Since I have just completed my college days, I need to go through my Masters in order to
complete the qualification requirement for becoming a teacher. I personally think that I can be a
very good teacher as I have strong knowledge of the subjects which is being reflected in my
grade paper also. Moreover, I have strong communication and interpersonal skill which have
been acknowledged by my peers and teachers. However, I have chosen the corporate field as I
think, it will be ideal for me to apply my knowledge in the real world in the most efficient
manner.
What questions do you have for me about the process of becoming a teacher in Washington
State?
In order to become a teacher in Washington State, I have certain questions for my teacher which
I would like to ask him/ her. The questions are as below:

1. A person does not need a Masters Degree to become teacher Washington ("Become a
Teacher in Washington", 2019). Therefore, if I acquire a Masters Degree, will it add any
value to my biodata?
2. One needs to complete Washington Teacher Certification Programs before starting the
teaching jobs ("Washington Teacher Certification and Licensing Guide 2019", 2019). Do
I also need to undertake the same?
3. I have heard about Praxis I PPST (Pre-Professional Skills Test). Can you please clarify
the same?
References:
Become a Teacher in Washington. (2019). Retrieved from https://teach.com/become/teaching-
credential/state-requirements/washington/#steps
Washington Teacher Certification and Licensing Guide 2019. (2019). Retrieved from
https://www.teachercertificationdegrees.com/certification/washington/