Prospective Administrators

Administrators who supervise apprentices are innovative, flexible thinkers and leaders. They commit to the "grow-your-own" teacher preparation model and to supporting a novice in forging a path merging general and special education systems. They ensure that the apprentice meets entry and exit requirements and is given opportunities to fulfill all of their commitments to the program.

Benefits

free, full-time support person for one year
gain assistance supporting struggling learners in a team approach
"grow-your-own" teacher preparation model
significant flexibility in assigning roles and responsibilities

Apprentice Selection

meets entry standards
possesses professional dispositions listed under "Prospective Apprentices"

Commitments

Collaborate with FreeTeacher U for technical assistance and to facilitate data collection
Apprentice meets entry and exit standards
Apprentice is fully integrated into strong teacher team (selected team must meet at least every two weeks, be responsible for planning around student data, addresses academic and/oror behavioral issues, and includes at least one special education and at least one general education teacher)
Apprentice has opportunity to teach daily and fulfill all program requirements

Requirements

guide and monitor Apprentice's work
provide coaching as per guidelines
provide appropriate opportunities to complete requirements
ensure Apprentice meets entry and exit standards