A background in art, music, drama, athletics, games or subjects in which children or adolescents might seek help, such as mathematics or computer science, could be useful. Following are some specific examples of the kinds of experiences you might wish to consider. They are not listed in any order of importance. Assisting in a classroom either as a supply teacher, a teacher's aid, a volunteer or as a guest instructor. Coaching sports or athletics.
Coaching qualifications are good credentials for experience.
Day care work. English as a Second Language instruction experience. Experience as an instructor in a second or third language program within a school setting or through a community organization. Instructional work in business, industry, government or the armed forces. Literacy program instruction.