Dallas ISD Alternative Certification Program Spring 2023

• Core Subjects EC-6 with Science of Teaching Reading (limited availability)
• Core Subjects EC-6 with Science of Teaching Reading/Bilingual
• Core Subjects EC-6 with Science of Teaching Reading/ESL Supplemental
• Core Subjects EC-6 with Science of Teaching Reading/SPED Supplemental
• English Language Arts and Reading 7-12/ESL Supplemental
• Math 7-12
• Science 7-12
• Special Education EC-12
• Social Studies 7-12 (limited availability)
• Language Other Than (LOTE): Spanish EC-12 (limited availability)

• February 22, 2023 - May 26, 2023 (14 weeks)
• Upon official offer of admission and acceptance, candidates shall participate in all program orientations
• Participate in all standards-based, candidate-focused, performance-based, interactive, rigorous, assessed activities
• Adhere to all requirements outlined in the Dallas ISD Alternative Certification Candidate Guidebook
• Complete all performance benchmarks outlined in the video-based classroom observations syllabus
• Pass state examinations aligned to certification pathways
• Submit for review and approval of in-person and virtual-based video observations reflections for the potential award of 30 observation hours
• Adhere to requirements outlined in the program offer letter, guidebook, and syllabus
• Adhere to the Educator’s Code of Ethics

• Phase II: June 5, 2023 - July 10, 2023 (5 weeks)
• Virtual and Face to Face preparation
• Participate in all standards-based, candidate-focused, performance-based, interactive, rigorous, assessed activities
• Completion of all performance benchmarks outlined in training
• Adhere to the Educator’s Code of Ethics
• TExES Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities (PPR) EC-12 test preparation
• Pass the state Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities (PPR) EC-12 examination prior to internship
• Training focuses on innovative approaches to teaching (in-person & virtual instruction)
• Interview preparation and guidance
• Adhere to all requirements outlined in the pre-service training syllabus
• Adhere to requirements outlined in the program’s candidate guidebook
• Completion of the Dallas ISD fingerprinting and background check requirements
• Secure a teacher assignment in Dallas ISD for the one-year internship once released by the program

• Participate in all candidate in-service training aligned to standards-based, candidate-focused, performance-based, interactive, rigorous, assessed activities
• Adhere to requirements outlined in the program’s candidate guidebook
• Adhere to all District and campus policies and requirements
• Interact regularly and positively with assigned field experiences facilitator and program manager
• Participate in all coaching and feedback sessions aligned with the Dallas ISD Teacher Excellence Initiative (TEI) rubric
• Receive a favorable recommendation by the campus principal and program for state standard certification
• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, Board of Trustee policies, and administrative regulations
• Establish efficient classroom management procedures
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior
• Establish a system of student evaluation within the guidelines prescribed in state law or adopted by the school district
• Continually evaluate and record various aspects of students’ progress and report to parents as needed and required
• Teach within the course of study for the subject area at the grade level as prescribed in state law or adopted by the school district
• Understand and plan lessons leading to subject area objectives and assume the responsibility for written lesson plans for substitutes
• Provide a variety of planned learning experiences using a variety of media and methods to motivate students and best utilize the available time for instruction
• Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students resolve health, attitude, and learning problems
• Be available for counseling with students and parents before and after school
• Share the responsibility of interpreting the educational programs to the community through such activities as open houses and PTA meetings
• Participate cooperatively with the principal to develop the system by which he/she will be evaluated in conformance with the district’s uniform guidelines for evaluation and assessment
• Keep accurate records of student information; compile, maintain and file all reports, records, and other documents required by the school and district
• Performs all other tasks and duties as assigned
• Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position

• If an applicant’s bachelor’s degree is from Puerto Rico or a country outside of the United States candidates must pass all four parts of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL-iBT), including a minimum score of 24 on the oral portion, 22 listening, 22 reading and 21 writing (Institution Code: 8613). 
• To best serve the needs of Dallas ISD schools, Dallas ISD ACP has a limited number of spots in each of its certification areas, such as Core Subjects EC-6 with Science of Teaching Reading, LOTE: Spanish EC-12, and Social Studies 7-12.
• A Preliminary Criminal History Evaluation (PCHE) is an evaluation of eligibility for a Texas educator certificate based on your self-reported criminal history. As a service to prospective candidates, TEA staff may perform an evaluation for a non-refundable fee of $50. The evaluation is voluntary and non-binding and available on the TEA website. Please note that you may potentially be ineligible for the issuance of a certificate on completion of this EPP if you have been convicted of an offense during the internship.

• Applicants currently holding a Texas teacher certificate
• Applicants who have completed another educator preparation program in the same certification field -Dallas ISD AC Program does not accept other program coursework hours
• Applicants who have been employed for three years in a public school under a permit or probationary certificate
• Dallas ISD AC Program does not calculate GPAs on behalf of Institutions of Higher Education
• Dallas ISD AC program does not review the last 60 hours of coursework earned at the institution
• Dallas ISD AC Program does not accept master’s coursework in lieu of not meeting the required minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA requirement

Qualifications

• Online Application
• Professional Resume
• Bachelor’s degree conferred by an institution of higher education that is recognized by one of the regional accrediting agencies in the THECB.
• An overall Grade Point Average of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale on bachelor’s degree
• Completion of virtual interview mock lesson
• Completion of Background Check & Fingerprinting
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Have a favorable TExES exam history

• One set of transcripts is to be opened by the applicant & uploaded to the online TMS application
• Second set of transcripts is to be sent to Dallas ISD AC department (NOT opened by applicant) and mailed directly to or emailed directly from the universities attended to alternativecertification@dallasisd.org