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Where in Texas are teachers and librarians needed most?
I am currently a senior in college pursuing a bachelor's in agricultural-based teaching, and I would eventually like to get a master's in library science. As I get closer to my goal, I am finding it hard to find potential places to work in my city in Texas. I am open to relocating if needed, but I wanted to explore options where I could work on my master's and teach at the same time. Thank you!
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Dear Brianna,
As a college senior in El Paso working toward a degree in agricultural-based teaching, you’re already on a solid path. Texas has a strong demand for agriculture and career-technical education teachers, especially in high schools, so finding a teaching position in this area is very possible. Districts such as El Paso ISD, Ysleta ISD, Socorro ISD, and Canutillo ISD often look for new teachers, and UTEP regularly holds education job fairs where local schools come to recruit.
Once you start teaching, you can begin your next step — working toward a master’s in library science. Many library science programs are offered online or in hybrid format, so you can study part-time while keeping your full-time teaching job. After you’ve taught for about two years and earned your master’s degree, you can apply for your Texas school librarian certification and begin moving into a librarian or media specialist role.
During your first teaching years, it helps to spend some time in your school’s library, volunteer to help organize materials, or assist students with research projects. That hands-on experience will make the transition smoother later.
You may choose to stay in El Paso, where teaching jobs are available, or move to another Texas district if you want new opportunities. Either way, beginning as an agriculture teacher gives you valuable classroom experience, and working on your master’s while teaching keeps you moving toward your long-term goal of becoming a school librarian.
As a college senior in El Paso working toward a degree in agricultural-based teaching, you’re already on a solid path. Texas has a strong demand for agriculture and career-technical education teachers, especially in high schools, so finding a teaching position in this area is very possible. Districts such as El Paso ISD, Ysleta ISD, Socorro ISD, and Canutillo ISD often look for new teachers, and UTEP regularly holds education job fairs where local schools come to recruit.
Once you start teaching, you can begin your next step — working toward a master’s in library science. Many library science programs are offered online or in hybrid format, so you can study part-time while keeping your full-time teaching job. After you’ve taught for about two years and earned your master’s degree, you can apply for your Texas school librarian certification and begin moving into a librarian or media specialist role.
During your first teaching years, it helps to spend some time in your school’s library, volunteer to help organize materials, or assist students with research projects. That hands-on experience will make the transition smoother later.
You may choose to stay in El Paso, where teaching jobs are available, or move to another Texas district if you want new opportunities. Either way, beginning as an agriculture teacher gives you valuable classroom experience, and working on your master’s while teaching keeps you moving toward your long-term goal of becoming a school librarian.