Earn a degree in primary education. Graduate from an accredited school that has been approved by the state such as community colleges and universities according to your state's requirements. Students can major in kindergarten or elementary education to become a kindergarten teacher.
Create professional teaching portfolios. Portfolios are created to show prospective employers your ability to create classroom-related documents such as lesson plans and student development files. Add your credentials such as references, resumes, awards and certificates to enhance your teacher's portfolio. According to Greensboro College, students are expected to complete a teaching portfolio as a requirement for successful completion of their teaching program. You may also need an approved portfolio before receiving a teacher's license.
Obtain a state license after completing your teacher education program. Each state requires that you complete a general teaching certification exam such as a Praxis test. You will also need to complete a test for the subjects that you want to teach. You may also need to get a criminal background check and confirm your citizenship.
Go to Teach.Gov and click "Become A Teacher." Click "Licensing and Certification" on the left side of your screen and then "State and District Information." Under "Select A State," use the drop-down bar to click on your state name to learn about the teaching requirements for your state. You can also learn more about the school districts and charter schools within those states. Teach.Gov gives viewers the state's direct website to receive resources to prepare for the basic skill exam.