Option 9 - Expedited Route

The route only provides for initial certification once the candidate completes the bachelor’s degree and certification assessments.

During the first 2 years of the residency, the district shall ensure that the candidate shall complete a minimum of 200 clock hours of field experiences in a variety of primary through grade 12 school settings.

In the 3rd year, the resident shall be placed in a setting that is consistent with his or her planned certification content and grade range.

District shall place the resident with a qualified cooperating teacher.

The EPP shall assign a supervisor to the third-year resident who shall conduct a minimum of 4 observations.

This route is an expedited route to certification that results in a bachelor's degree and initial certification within three school years.

The route requires a college or university to partner with a district or group of districts to develop a program that includes a paraprofessional/residency component and utilizes experienced teachers to provide coaching and mentoring.

This route requires a candidate to be employed in a classified position while completing coursework