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Why do we Need Apprentices?
Why do we Need Apprentices?
The teacher shortage compels us to seek new pathways to grow the next generation of educators.
27% fewer education graduates in Maryland over the last 10 years
Maryland has approximately 5,500 vacancies to fill each year
The number of conditionally certified teachers has increased nearly 10x its typical level for SMCPS
Who is a Teacher Apprentice?
Who is a Teacher Apprentice?
A full-time educational support and learning role that…
Connects degree-seeking candidates with school-based experiential learning Provides hands-on experience in classrooms and schools Links learning opportunities and classroom supports together Provides supports and collaborative learning experiences for new, non-tenured, and conditionally certified teachers
What Are the Levels of Teacher Apprentices?
What Are the Levels of Teacher Apprentices?
Tier 1: Former Teacher Academy of Maryland student; Working toward Associate’s Degree
Tier 2: Earned Associate’s Degree;;Working toward Bachelor’s Degree
Tier 3: Earned Bachelor’s Degree; Working toward Maryland Certification
What Are the Benefits of a Teacher Apprentice
What Are the Benefits of a Teacher Apprentice
For the Apprentice: Classroom-based experiences Understanding process of planning and delivery of instruction Experience working with classroom management and organization Variety of content and classroom experiences Co-teaching opportunities
For the Partner Teachers: Collaboration Classroom supports for Small group instruction Individualized supports Classroom management Data tracking Clerical tasks Time for mentoring
For the School: Direct support for new and provisional teachers teachers Coverage for new teacher mentoring Staff for classroom and extra curricular support Relationship building with potential staff
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