A Designated Agency signs a contract with the Alternative Teacher and provides a program of support, supervision and training. Fees are charged to the Alternative Teacher to cover the costs of the licensing training program and will vary with each Designated Agency. Fees remitted by the candidate cover the cost of delivering the training program and the mentor teacher's role in providing support. Regulations permit the Designated Agency to collect these fees from the alternative teacher. Alternative Teachers are salaried employees of the school district.
Salaries vary by school district.
Alternative Teachers are not guaranteed continued employment after completion of the one-year program. Once a candidate has been approved to receive a Statement of Eligibility, a list of approved Designated Agencies will be furnished. A candidate must contact Designated Agencies for employment information. Designated Agencies may contact candidates directly regarding employment offers. If you have completed an approved teacher preparation program with supervised student teaching, do not apply for an Alternative Teacher License.