Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Employment, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
The Education Academy will prepare foreign trained professionals who are interested in working in an educational setting with the competencies needed to be successful. The Academy will combine coursework with language support and US education standards. Course includes: An Overview of the US Education System, Teaching that Promotes Student Learning, Educating all Students: Exceptionality and English Language Learning Classroom Management Technology in the Classroom Practicum. In addition to the coursework students in the Academy will also receive: Improved English proficiency necessary to be employed as an Ed Tech III in the Lewiston Public Schools. Support regarding the steps necessary to apply to Maine Department of Education (MDOE) for Educational Technician authorization Support to apply for Initial Teacher Certification with the MDOE. Financial support for fees associated with the Ed Tech authorization and teacher certification applications including: fees for translation and evaluation of transcripts, fingerprinting, and MDOE application fees. Educational advising for the student’s next steps after the conclusion of the Education instructor Academy with career guidance will be offered by the instructor as students are pursuing their teacher certification. Additional possible financial support includes: childcare, transportation, fees associated with necessary health and/or dental needs, and future scholarships Student Eligibility Requirements: Target Population: Foreign trained teachers or current substitutes who are also pursuing teacher certification, have work authorization, access to college transcripts and diplomas. 18 years and older.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
10
Hours
130
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
yes
Training Location(s)
Lewiston Adult Education
Local WIB
3 - Central Western Local Area 3
Name of Credential
State of Maine Educator Certification
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
N/A
Refund Policy
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
In-State Tuition
$3,200.00 Program Cost/Student
Total In-State Program Cost
$3,200.00
