Interested in Teaching? TechTeach Reception Red Raider Orientation Summer 2014

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1 Interested in Teaching? TechTeach Reception Red Raider Orientation Summer 2014

2 What is TechTeach?

3 Features of TechTeach? Clinically Intensive Competency based Coursework connected to clinical work in school Aimed at improving student achievement Full year of student teaching Co-teaching model during student teaching Use of video capture to improve instruction (Teachscape System) Use of the TAP rubric to monitor and improve instruction

4 Benefits of TechTeach A reputation Evidence of effectiveness Rock solid teaching competency associated with student achievement gains A tool for continuing to improve A JOB!

5 All student seeking certification (even those in other colleges) must apply and be accepted in to the College of Education TechTeach Program before starting their education block courses. Students usually begin the Teacher Education Program at the beginning of their Junior year, or after hours of general education and content area courses have been completed. Early Childhood through 12 th grade program: 2.75 GPA

6 The TechTeach program works closely with the colleges on campus to help you earn your teaching certificate in many areas.

7 Certification Options Early Childhood Grade 6 Multidisciplinary Studies College of Education Students will receive two certification ESL, Bilingual, Math/Science and Special Education High need areas in Texas Early Childhood Human Sciences Grade 4-8 (Middle Level) Multidisciplinary Studies College of Education Grade 7 12 (Secondary/High School) Varies depending on area of interest All Level Early Childhood Grades 12 Varies depending on area of interest

8 Partnership with the department of Exercise and Sport Science Coaching Minor Middle School 4-8 Math Middle School 4-8 Science High School 8-12 Biology

9 How to Receive your Teacher Certification Select the appropriate major for your interest Meet with your advisor to set up your degree plan Student wishing to teach at the high school level will need to declare Secondary Education as a minor before completing 45 hours. Meet with a College of Education Advisor Secondary Chris Covarrubio (chris.covarrubio@ttu.edu) Early Childhood Earnestine Frazier (earnestine.frazier@ttu.edu) Complete Core Requirements 2.75 GPA Meet basic skills test requirements Apply to TechTeach Take pre admissions exam Continue to meet with a College of Education Advisor every semester.

10 Certification Process What is Certification? Every teacher in the State of Texas, must be licensed or certified. This means that you ve attended a licensed Teacher Preparation Program and will be recommended by that program. This is what makes you Highly Qualified and ready to be hired by districts across the state. How Do I Get Certification? Enroll in a licensed Teacher Preparation Program -TechTeach Complete all content courses with a grade of C or better Take certification test based on your major Complete registration requirements for the state through TEA Graduate and apply for license

11 Additional Teaching Opportunities Family and Consumer Sciences College of Human Sciences Grades 7-12 certification Nutrition, Hospitality, Human Development and Family Studies High need area across the state Art, Music and Theatre College of Visual and Performing Arts All Level Certification (Early Childhood 12) *College of Education will award certification to students in these areas of study.

12 Questions?

13 Helpful Teacher Certification Contacts Donna Brasher ED 106 Associate Director - Certification Officer donna.brasher@ttu.edu Connie Watson ED 251 Lead Advisor College of Education connie.watson@ttu.edu Jennifer Offutt - Mauppin ED 204 Assistant Director College of Education jennifer.offutt@ttu.edu

14 A Teacher takes a Hand, opens a Mind and touches a Heart. Thank You and Go Tech!

15 Interested in Teaching? Today s educators are more important than ever due to the need for students to be educated to higher levels, and Texas Tech is at the forefront of transforming educational needs with programs to prepare 21 st century teachers. There are many paths to a career in education at Texas Tech. The chart outlines which college and degree plan you will need to pursue for your area of interest. The College of Education works closely with other colleges on campus to help you earn your teaching certificate. I'd like to teach I'll need a degree in In the College of Elementary School (Early Childhood through Grade 6 Certification) Choose one of the five paths or specializations *Elementary Generalist - Bilingual Education Specialization Multidisciplinary Studies Education **Elementary Generalist - ESL Specialization Multidisciplinary Studies Education Elementary Generalist - Math/Science Emphasis Multidisciplinary Studies Education *Elementary Generalist - Special Educations EC- 12 Dual Certification Elementary Generalist - Early Childhood Specialization Early Childhood Human Sciences Middle School (Grades 4 through 8 Certification) Choose two teaching areas Math and Science or English/Language Arts/Reading and Social Studies Multidisciplinary Studies Education Math with Coaching Minor Multidisciplinary Studies Education Science with Coaching Minor Multidisciplinary Studies Education Secondary School (Grades 7 through 12 Certification) Major in content area of interest and Minor in Secondary Education Composite Science or Math/Physics or Physical Science or Math/Physical Science/Engineering Multidisciplinary Science Education Biology with Coaching Minor Multidisciplinary Science Education Agricultural Sciences & Agricultural Science and Technology Interdisciplinary Agriculture Natural Resources Speech, English, History, Biology, Chemistry, Math, or Physicial Science Family and Consumer Sciences - Composite Hospitality, Nutrition and Food Science Major in Content Area Family & Consumer Sciences; Human Development & Family Studies; Restaurant, Hotel & Institutional Management or Nutritional Sciences Arts & Sciences Human Sciences Computer Science Math/Physical Science/Engineering Major in Content Area Engineering Journalism Journalism Media & Communications Dance Dance Visual &Performing Arts All-Levels (Early Childhood through grade 12 Certifcation) Choose a degree in the content of interest Art, Music, Theatre Physical Education, French, German, Spanish *Specialization is a high need area in the state of Texas. **Requirement for many school districts in the state of Texas for Employment. Multidisciplinary Studies Major in Content Area Minor in Secondary Education Major in Content Area Minor in Secondary Education Education Visual &Performing Arts Arts & Sciences

16 Why should you become a teacher? Teachers are leaders, role models and mentors. By becoming a teacher you can make a positive difference by helping young people maximize their potential. You will use your intellect and communication skills to connect with students. You will have the ability to make every day in your classroom different and unique. Students will challenge you to use your creativity to help them form positive outlooks on the world and you will make a difference in each of their lives. Why should you choose the Texas Tech College of Education? Becoming a teacher is challenging, but we will help you every step of the way. Our field-based experiences give you the inclass opportunities that you will need to feel confident in front of your classroom. You will be ready to interview for that first job, address students' specific needs and handle the legal issues of teaching. We will also prepare you for the Texas licensure exam (TExES) with college sponsored practice TExES tests. With an overall pass rate of 97% our students easily make the transition to their first job. The key component of our program that sets us apart from other teacher preparation programs in the nation is called TechTeach. TechTeach is the Texas Tech College of Education's teacher education program. One if its goals is aimed at setting Tech graduates apart from graduates prepared in other teacher education programs. We want to create measurably the best teachers in the state of Texas and across the nation. This new program will not only help our students become the best teachers but will also benefit those whom they teach. Some of the program highlights include: Full-year of student teaching without adding a semester Student teaching based on co-teaching rather than a takeover method Clinically intensive and competency based Our student teachers will be a desired asset to campus administrators and mentor teachers Graduates from the TechTeach program will be districts clear first choice for employment After two years of teaching, we believe our graduates will perform above the districts average Use of the Teachscape system which allows for self-assessment CONTACT US College of Education Texas Tech University Box Lubbock, Texas techteach@ttu.edu Texas Tech University College of Education TTUEducation College of Education Texas Tech University

17 My students and I have a wonderful experience with TechTeach. With the help of my teacher candidate, we have been able to develop richer and more meaningful lessons. We have also used the co-teaching style of teaching to its fullest. Together, we can ensure that at the end of each class period every student has learned a new concept and developed or strengthened a pre-existing concept. Jennifer Mayo 7th grade Math What is TechTeach? TechTeach is a clinically intensive, competency based program designed to prepare teachers who will improve the academic achievement of K-12 students. It is among the first in the nation to combine intense, clinical experiences with opportunities to dramatically improve effective teaching behaviors in order to impact student learning. New teacher candidates will start working in classrooms in the first semester, work closely with mentors to improve the achievement of their students throughout the program, and receive support and specific feedback aimed at improving their teaching behaviors. Course work during the program is practical, and designed to prepare teacher candidates to implement teaching that impacts student learning. Key features of TechTeach There are four key features of TechTeach that set it apart from other programs, and in combination make this experience so powerful. TechTeach uses the TAP rubric to clearly define effective instructional behaviors, and provide concrete ways for teacher candidates to improve. TechTeach candidates begin working in classrooms in the first semester and begin student teaching one full semester earlier than other programs. TechTeach candidates use state of the art digital technology to capture and review their own instruction. Starting in the first semester, candidates use their own video footage for evaluation and improvement. TechTeach candidates work in partner districts alongside an experienced, handpicked mentor teacher committed to the professional growth of their teacher candidate. Co-teaching involves working together to plan, carry out, evaluate and adjust instruction in whole-group and small-group settings.

18 The College of Education works closely with other colleges on campus to help you earn your teaching certificate in many areas. Agricultural Science Art Biology Chemistry Coaching Composite Science Computer Science Dance Early Childhood Elementary Education English Family & Consumer Science French German History Journalism Math Middle School Education Physical Education Physical Science Music Spanish Speech Theatre Benefits of TechTeach TechTeach will provide our candidates with instructional tools that will give them experience beyond that of a first or second year beginning teacher. The instructional program and clinical experience surpasses that of any other teacher education program. Admissions Requirements The College of Education TechTeach program requires students to apply through the following website after 60 hours have been completed. Students must meet the following requirements: Complete core requirements with a minimum cumulative 2.75 GPA Have a grade of C or above in all content area courses Meet basic skills test requirements Take Pre-Admission exam Scholarship Opportunities The College of Education offers a large number of scholarships specifically for TechTeach candidates in their second semester of student teaching. TechTeach scholarships are awarded based on need and performance during their early semesters in the program. For more information Texas Tech University College of Education techteach@ttu.edu Stay Connected Texas Tech University College of Education TTUEducation College of Education Texas Tech University