Frequently Asked Questions

As teachers begin the application process we receive some of the same questions from applicants. Below you'll find some of our most frequently asked questions and our responses.

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The eligibility requirements for Teacher Leaders indicates a minimum of 3 years teaching experience. I have 5 years working in classrooms, teaching language learners. I only have one year as a self-contained classroom teacher. Would I still qualify for this program?

No, you would need to have at least 3 years as a self-contained classroom teacher.
I am a Special Education Teacher Certified K - 12. Is the program offered to Special Ed teachers?

Unfortunately, Varying Exceptionalities/Special Education teachers are not eligible.
Are Media Specialists eligible? I teach three classes each of Pre-K, K, 1st and 2nd grades.

Unfortunately, Media Specialists are not eligible to apply. Though you work with students within our target population, this project is for classroom teachers because they have to incorporate STEM with their core classes.
I am interested in the Teacher Leader program but do you think the work load is something I could handle teaching full time, with young children at home?

The Teacher Leader program will engage you in a graduate course each semester that includes implementation of what you are learning in your classroom. So, the work should feel a part of rather than apart from your work as a teacher. That said, there will be an online class each week which will require prep work.
I already have a graduate degree, would my GPA requirement be calculated from the graduate degree or from my undergraduate work?

The GPA is calculated from the undergraduate degree.