Alternative Teaching Programs- Resident Teacher Program

POSITION SUMMARY: These are Maryland Approved Alternative Preparation Programs (MAAPP) consisting of a full-time, 10-month teaching position. The Resident Teacher will be responsible for completing program requirements and providing effective instruction to students in assigned district schools. Base Salary: $64,471 (Final salary determination and placement will be established by Human Resources based on applicable salary-setting guidelines.) CLOSING DATE: May 21, 2027 TEACHING RESIDENCY: Two-year training program. Training includes the pedagogical understanding for student needs. The five phase program includes: Recruitment, Pre-Employment Training, Supervised Internship, Residency and Certification Requirements. Participants successfully completing all requirements will obtain a Initial Professional License (PL) in the specified content area at the end of the two-year program. PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, conferred by the established program deadline. Meet Maryland's Basic Skills requirement through an approved assessment or have at least a 3.0 GPA on the most recent degree earned. Successfully complete the required Praxis Content Assessment for the applicable certification area. Be eligible to work in the United States. Successfully complete the Resident Teacher Program application and interview/selection process. Submit all required official transcripts and supporting documentation by established deadlines. Commit to teaching with PGCPS for a minimum of four years and fulfill all Resident Teacher Program requirements. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Meets the requirements of the program; Meets regularly with subject coordinator; Assists with the planning, developing, and implementing of curriculum, assessments, and professional development; Encourages schools to utilize data to make sound decisions for students and to differentiate instruction; Provides modeling and strategies for optimum teaching delivery and student results; Attends and actively participates in staff/faculty meetings and provides input regarding the planning of instruction goals, objectives and methods; Confers with school counselors and teaching staff to obtain additional testing information and to gain insight on student behavioral disorders affecting learning process; Attends professional meetings and participates in teacher-parent or teacher-student conferences, as necessary; Writes reports, maintains required records and follows required procedures and practices; Provides leadership in the utilization of student records and test results; and Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to work with diverse populations. Ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives and multicultural education. Ability to infuse technology into the curriculum. Ability to work effectively with students, parents, administrators, colleagues, the community and other school system staff. Excellent oral and communication skills. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree in a field other than education from a regionally accredited college or university. Have a minimum 3.0 GPA on college or university transcript(s). Applicants must pass the basic skills assessment (Praxis Core, Praxis I, SAT, ACT, GRE or have earned a 3.0 GPA or higher on the last degree earned) by the end of May 2027. SAT- Prior to April 1995, Math and Verbal - Score requirement 1000 SAT- (April 1995 - December 31, 2018) (math and verbal OR math and critical reading OR evidence-based reading & writing and math)- Score requirement - 1100 SAT- (on/after January 1, 2019) (evidence-based reading & writing and math) Score requirement- 1180 GRE- (prior to September 1, 2011) (math and verbal) Score requirement - 1000 GRE- (taken as of September 1, 2011) (math and verbal) Score requirement - 297 ACT - Score requirement -24 Applicants must pass the PRAXIS II content assessment by the Second week of May 2027. Additional Details: Applications will not be reviewed until we receive your transcripts, resume and letter of interest. Complete the following online application for the 2027-2028 Teaching Residency program(s):Elementary Program NDMU SpEd Dual Certification Program ESOL Education Program If you experience technical difficulties, please email the following documents to [email protected]: A copy of all of your transcripts beginning at the undergraduate level (You may submit an unofficial copy; an official copy will be needed if offered employment) An updated resume (please include your current address, phone number and email) A letter of interest (please indicate the subject you are interested in teaching and the reason you would like to teach) Pass score report for Praxis I, Praxis Core, SAT, ACT or GRE (if applicable) Please send any inquiries to [email protected] You must submit all of the above documents in order to be considered for the program. Any application that does not contain these documents will not be reviewed!