This program offers educational opportunities for current teachers and future teachers, such as those wanting to work with students in the classroom (ParaEducators and Substitute Teachers), certified teachers, and Child Care workers seeking additional professional development hours.
We prepare teachers for the realities and rewards of the teaching profession by offering outstanding faculty and experienced teachers as facilitators. We serve the greater Austin area and partner with school districts and state agencies to provide a quality workforce for the community.
The goals of a learner-centered program are:
- Link theory to practice.
- Develop awareness and skills of teaching as a reflective process.
- Develop knowledge and skills of the teachers as decision-makers within a learner-centered educational community.
- Develop proficiency in classroom management and assessment.
- Develop, implement, and integrate pedagogy and content knowledge.
- Exhibit professionalism among all participants in the school setting.
- Develop a desire for lifelong learning.
- Support beginning teachers in ways that encourage continuance in the profession
Announcements
Applications for the 2009-2010 cohort are no longer being accepted. Please apply for the next cohort (2010-2011) when new application and information is updated on website next June 1.
Wanted: Enthusiastic Spanish teachers to teach full or part time for After School Plus. Partners will be schools in Northwest Austin and Leander ISD. If you are interested, click here.
If you want to make a difference and serve your community, consider teaching. Our youth need positive role models, adults who care and will take children from reality to reaching their potential. Although teaching is a rigorous career, the enjoyment gained from seeing a child "get it" is a unique experience. Why Would I Teach?