Teacher Apprenticeship Program
A Teacher Apprenticeship Program serves as an additional pathway for individuals employed as paraprofessionals by Florida school districts, charter schools or charter management organizations with an Associate’s Degree to enter the teaching profession. While in the program, apprentices receive on-the-job training and related instruction leading toward a baccalaureate degree. This program may be offered by Florida public school districts, charter schools or charter management organizations in partnership with a related instruction provider.
Relevant Statute and Rule
Registering a Teacher Apprenticeship Program
A district, charter school or charter management organization in Florida may partner with an institution, authorized in section 1004.04, Florida Statutes, to offer a Teacher Apprenticeship Program. If a district, charter school or charter management organization is interested in registering for this program, the Superintendent/President/Chief Executive Officer should email the following information to TeacherApprenticeship@fldoe.org:
- District, Charter School or Charter Management Organization Name
- Primary Program’s Contact Name, Email Address and Phone Number
- Participating institution
- Subject Area(s)
Temporary Teacher Apprenticeship Certification
For those seeking a Temporary Teacher Apprenticeship Certification, please see Educator Certification.
Please reach out to TeacherApprenticeship@fldoe.org with any questions related to the Teacher Apprenticeship Program.