Once accepted into Mount Holyoke College, you will automatically be admitted to the Amherst Futures Program, through which you would receive $3,000 toward tuition. Mount Holyoke College would apply the credit directly to your bill.

• Gather materials and study on your own (e.g., test objectives, practice test).

• Take an in-person test prep course with other students.

• Take an online test prep course.

• Get a tutor.

The first step is to learn more about the process of becoming a teacher by attending an information session held at Mount Holyoke College. If you are interested in taking the next step, you would complete and submit the provided application to the Diversity and Equity Specialist at the Amherst Regional Public Schools. You will be asked to include a Personal Statement to convey why you would like to become a licensed teacher. In addition to the application, you must submit:

• Your resume.

• An official transcript for each college/university you attended. You can request an official transcript from the school where you earned your degree.

• Two letters of recommendation—one from your principal and/or direct supervisor and one personal recommendation. Personal recommendations may be from friends and/or work colleagues.

In addition, you must have received good evaluations for the two prior school years. This means you must:

• Be in good standing with the district.

• Have consistently displayed commitment to the district and students.

• Have not been notified of ethical, moral, behavioral or attendance concerns by school administration.

Finally, you must commit to teaching in the Amherst Public School system for three years following receipt of your teaching license. Your application and accompanying documentation will be received and reviewed by Amherst Regional Public Schools administrators. There are five openings available per year. For those whose applications are complete, acceptance is first come, first served.

Amherst Public Schools Contact

Damany Gordon, Diversity and Equity Specialist

(413) 362-1872

gordond@arps.org

Mount Holyoke College Contact

Amy Nichols, Admissions and Communications Coordinator

413-538-3478

anichols@mtholyoke.edu

The total cost to obtain a Massachusetts Initial Teaching License is different for each person. We have included a worksheet in the Paying for Grad School section that you can print and complete as you gather financial information from the college you will attend and explore financial support that may be available to you.

You will receive approximately 30% in tuition reduction from Mount Holyoke College. You will also receive an additional $3,000 toward tuition. Be sure to review the section titled Amherst Regional Public Schools Financial and Academic Support.

The total cost to obtain a Massachusetts Initial Teaching License is different for each person. We have included a worksheet in the Paying for Grad School section that you can print and complete as you gather financial information from the college you will attend and explore financial support that may be available to you.

You will automatically receive a 40% reduction in tuition from Springfield College through the Working Teachers program. If you are pursuing a teaching license in Special Education, Math or Science, you may also be eligible for $5,000 in tuition reimbursement. Be sure to review the section titled Springfield Public School Financial and Academic Support.

If you are an ESP (Education Support Professional) or a teacher on a waiver with a bachelor's degree or higher, you may qualify for the Teacher Career Ladder and the Collaborative for Educational Services Educator Licensure Programs. CES Licensure Programs invites you to attend an Information Session or call one of their experienced staff people to answer your specific questions. Visit Contact CES Licensure Programs for more information.

The total cost to obtain a Massachusetts Initial Teaching License is different for each person. We have included a worksheet in the Paying for Grad School section that you can print and complete as you gather financial information from the college you will attend and explore financial support that may be available to you.

You will automatically receive a 40% reduction in tuition from Springfield College through the Working Teachers program. If you are pursuing a teaching license in Special Education, Math or Science, you may also be eligible for $5,000 in tuition reimbursement. Be sure to review the section titled Springfield Public School Financial and Academic Support.

The MEPID is a Massachusetts Education Personnel ID. You get it when you create a profile for yourself in the MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education system called ELAR (Educator Licensure and Renewal).

1. Go to the Educator Licensure And Renewal (ELAR) portal.

2. Create your ELAR Profile.

3. Fill out the form and click “submit.”

4. Receive your MEPID#.

Please note:

• Make sure the name you use is the same as the one on the ID you will present to the test center.

• This form will register you as a new user or show your username if you already have a MEPID#.

• Getting an MEPID# usually happens quickly but can take up to 24 hours.

Once accepted into Springfield College, you will automatically be admitted to the Springfield College Working Teachers Program. In addition to flexible class times and other features, public school teachers and para-educators receive a 40% reduction in tuition.

The first step is to learn more about the process of becoming a teacher by contacting the Mount Holyoke College Admissions and Communications Coordinator. If you are interested in taking the next step, complete and submit the application available on Holyoke Public Schools Talent Ed. Applications are accepted via Talent Ed from October to December.

You will be asked to include a Personal Statement, answering the following questions:

• Why do you want to be a teacher in Holyoke?

• How are you involved in the Holyoke community/district?

• How do you plan to use your master's degree from Mount Holyoke College and your additional licenses to contribute to the turnaround work in Holyoke?

You must also include:

• An official transcript for each college/university you attended. You can request an official transcript from the school where you earned your degree.

• A letter of recommendation from your direct supervisor or building principal.

Your application and accompanying documentation will be received and reviewed by the Holyoke Public Schools Admissions Committee.

Please note: There are five openings available per year. For those whose applications are complete, acceptance is first come, first served.

For more information

Holyoke Public Schools Contact

Mount Holyoke College Contact

Once accepted into Mount Holyoke College, you will automatically be admitted to the Urban Teacher Pathways (UTP), through which Holyoke Public Schools will provide $3,000 toward tuition. Mount Holyoke College would apply the credit directly to your bill.

The total cost to obtain a Massachusetts Initial Teaching License is different for each person. We have included a worksheet in the Paying for Grad School section that you can print and complete as you gather financial information from the college you will attend and explore financial support that may be available to you.

You will receive a tuition reduction from Mount Holyoke College. You will also receive an additional $3,000 toward tuition. Be sure to review the section titled Holyoke Public Schools Financial and Academic Support.

Once accepted into Springfield College, you will automatically be admitted to the Springfield College Working Teachers Program. In addition to flexible class times and other features, public school teachers and para-educators receive a 40% reduction in tuition.

Once accepted into Mount Holyoke College, you will automatically be admitted to the Amherst Futures Program, through which you would receive $3,000 toward tuition. Mount Holyoke College would apply the credit directly to your bill.

Northampton Public Schools will pay for all 3 Phase 1 courses listed above. These courses will count towards your licensure but not as graduate credits. Candidates can choose to pay an extra $295 per course for 3 graduate credits per course.

The ESP to Teacher Career Ladder is a collaboration between Northampton Public Schools and the Collaborative for Educational Services that recruits ESPs (Education Support Professionals) from the district. The ESPs are granted tuition assistance from NPS so they can earn the Initial License in Moderate Disabilities and become Special Education teachers within the district.

The first step is to learn more about the process of becoming a teacher, either by attending an information session through your district Human Resources Department or through the Springfield College Education Department. You will receive a link to an online Interest Form, titled "Springfield College 'Step Up Paras' Interest Survey," which you must complete and submit. This form will be received and reviewed by Springfield College to gauge your interest.

Springfield Public Schools ContactKristin Reardon, Senior Administrator of Human Resources 413-787-7100 ext. 55390reardonk@springfieldpublicschools.com

Springfield College ContactEileen Cyr, Springfield College Graduate Coordinator413-748-3312ecyr@springfieldcollege.edu

The total cost to obtain a Massachusetts Initial Teaching License is different for each person. We have included a worksheet in the Paying for Grad School section that you can print and complete as you gather financial information from the college you will attend and explore financial support that may be available to you.

You will receive approximately 30% in tuition reduction from Mount Holyoke College. You will also receive an additional $3,000 toward tuition. Be sure to review the section titled Amherst Regional Public Schools Financial and Academic Support.

The first step is to learn more about the process of becoming a teacher by contacting the Mount Holyoke College Admissions and Communications Coordinator. If you are interested in taking the next step, you would complete and submit the provided application to the Diversity and Equity Specialist at the Amherst Regional Public Schools. You will be asked to include a Personal Statement to convey why you would like to become a licensed teacher. In addition to the application, you must submit:

• Your resume.

• An official transcript for each college/university you attended. You can request an official transcript from the school where you earned your degree.

• Two letters of recommendation—one from your principal and/or direct supervisor and one personal recommendation. Personal recommendations may be from friends and/or work colleagues.

In addition, you must have received good evaluations for the two prior school years. This means you must:

• Be in good standing with the district.

• Have consistently displayed commitment to the district and students.

• Have not been notified of ethical, moral, behavioral or attendance concerns by school administration.

Finally, you must commit to teaching in the Amherst Public School system for three years following receipt of your teaching license. Your application and accompanying documentation will be received and reviewed by Amherst Regional Public Schools administrators. There are five openings available per year. For those whose applications are complete, acceptance is first come, first served.

Amherst Regional Public Schools Diversity and Equity Specialist

Mount Holyoke College Admissions and Communications Coordinator

The first step is to learn more about the process of becoming a teacher by contacting your district Human Resources Department or through the Springfield College Education Department. You will receive a link to an online Interest Form, titled "Springfield College 'Step Up Paras' Interest Survey," which you must complete and submit. This form will be received and reviewed by Springfield College to gauge your interest.

If you pursue your teaching license in one of these areas, you could qualify for the S-Cubed Program, which is part of the Working Teachers Program. If you meet all S-Cubed Program requirements, you could be awarded an additional $5,000 toward tuition. In order to apply for the S-Cubed program, you must:

• Pursue your teacher’s license in Special Education, Math or Science

• Pass all of your required MTELs

• Receive a recommendation from your Principal

• Have your application approved by your district Human Resources Department

• Commit to teaching in the Springfield Public Schools for five years following licensure

Approximately five para-educators per year in the Springfield Public Schools are awarded the additional $5,000. If awarded, the $5,000 will be deducted from your bill. Be sure to let your Springfield College Graduate Coordinator know if you are interested.

• Go through the test objectives and identify material (topics) you need to study.

• Take a practice test.

• Prep in any fashion that suits you (e.g., take online quizzes, make yourself flashcards/quizlet).

• Take a test prep course.

• Identify what you know and what you need to learn.

• Spend at least 30 hours preparing for tests with the content you have not mastered.

• Take the test soon after taking the prep course that covers that content.
  

Holyoke College will offer the cohort entering in the 2020-2021 academic year a substantially reduced tuition rate which is determined by district partnership and program of study.

Students are typically billed prior to the start of a new semester. Students who are not able to pay in full up front would work with the college’s financial aid office during the application process to secure financial aid.

You must pay, or have made arrangements to pay, for your classes by the deadlines posted on the Graduate Tuition, Fees, and Billing page on Mount Holyoke College’s website.

During your group or one-on-one information session, you will be provided a link to apply to the Springfield College Educator Preparation and Licensure Program.

Once you apply, you can set up an appointment with the Springfield College Graduate Coordinator to review your transcript. You will find out how many prerequisites you will need to complete the program and how long the program may take.

Once accepted into Springfield College, you will automatically be admitted to the Springfield College Working Teachers Program. In addition to flexible class times and other features, public school teachers and para-educators receive a 40% reduction in tuition. You will also be assigned a Springfield College Financial Aid Advisor who will help you identify and apply for other financial aid that may be available to you.

For answers to your questions or support completing your Springfield College Graduate School application, contactEileen Cyr, Springfield College Graduate Coordinator413-748-3312ecyr@springfieldcollege.edu

To learn about financial aid that may be available to you, contactTJ Griffis, Associate DirectorSpringfield College, Office of Financial Aid413-748-3108tgriffis@springfield.edu

To learn about other financial benefits available to you through Paradigm Shift, contactDanielle Phillips, Paradigm Shift Program Coordinator413-542-4018dphillips@fivecolleges.edu

Once you have your MEPID#, you can create an MTEL account.

1. Go to MTEL's Account Creation page.

2. Click “Create an account now.”

The MTEL Program was initiated by the Massachusetts Department of Education and includes tests covering communication and literacy skills as well as subject matter knowledge. The tests are designed to ensure that Massachusetts educators:

1. Can communicate adequately with students, parents/guardians and other educators.

2. Are knowledgeable in the subject matter of the license sought.

Once your application has been accepted by the Holyoke Public Schools, you must pass the Communications and Literacy MTEL. Passing the Communications and Literacy MTEL is a prerequisite for admittance to the Mount Holyoke College licensure and graduate program.

Once you have been accepted to Mount Holyoke College and chosen your licensure area, you can consult our MTEL Resources for a list of subject matter test requirements for your particular license.

Paradigm Shift will also reimburse your MTEL test fees. Simply send a completed W9 form and a copy of your MTEL receipt to the Paradigm Shift Program Coordinator. You will receive a reimbursement check within two weeks' time.

If you pursue your teaching license in one of these areas, you could qualify for the S-Cubed Program, which is part of the Working Teachers Program. If you meet all S-Cubed Program requirements, you could be awarded an additional $5,000 toward tuition. In order to apply for the S-Cubed program, you must:

• Pursue your teacher’s license in Special Education, Math or Science

• Pass all of your required MTELs

• Receive a recommendation from your Principal

• Have your application approved by your district Human Resources Department

• Commit to teaching in the Springfield Public Schools for five years following licensure

Approximately five para-educators per year working in Springfield Public Schools are awarded the additional $5,000. If awarded, the $5,000 will be deducted from your bill. Be sure to let your Springfield College Graduate Coordinator know if you are interested.

You must pay, or have made arrangements to pay, for your classes by the deadlines posted on the “Graduate Tuition, Fees, and Billing” page on Mount Holyoke College’s website.

You must pay, or have made arrangements to pay, for your classes by the deadlines posted on the “Graduate Tuition, Fees, and Billing” page on Mount Holyoke College’s website.

During your group or one-on-one information session, you will be provided a link to apply to the Springfield College Educator Preparation and Licensure Program.

Once you apply, you can set up an appointment with the Springfield College Graduate Coordinator to review your transcript. You will find out how many prerequisites you will need to complete the program and how long the program may take.

Once accepted into Springfield College, you will automatically be admitted to the Springfield College Working Teachers Program. In addition to flexible class times and other features, public school teachers and paraeducators receive a 40% reduction in tuition. You will also be assigned a Springfield College Financial Aid Advisor who will help you identify and apply for other financial aid that may be available to you.

Holyoke College will offer the cohort entering in the 2020-2021 academic year a substantially reduced tuition rate which is determined by district partnership and program of study.

The MTEL Program was initiated by the Massachusetts Department of Education and includes tests covering communication and literacy skills as well as subject matter knowledge. The tests are designed to ensure that Massachusetts educators:

1. Can communicate adequately with students, parents/guardians and other educators.

2. Are knowledgeable in the subject matter of the license sought.

You must pass the Communications and Literacy Skills MTEL. Passing the Communications and Literacy MTEL is a prerequisite for admittance to the Collaborative for Educational Services Educator Licensure Programs. You will have access to Paradigm Shift tutoring and preparation courses for this MTEL during the application process.

Paradigm Shift will also reimburse your MTEL test fees. Simply send a completed W9 form and a copy of your MTEL receipt to the Paradigm Shift Program Coordinator. You will receive a reimbursement check within two weeks' time.

The MTEL Program was initiated by the Massachusetts Department of Education and includes tests covering communication and literacy skills as well as subject matter knowledge. The tests are designed to ensure that Massachusetts educators:

1. Can communicate adequately with students, parents/guardians and other educators.

2. Are knowledgeable in the subject matter of the license sought.

Once your application has been accepted by the Amherst Regional Public Schools, you must pass the Communications and Literacy MTEL. Passing the Communications and Literacy MTEL is a prerequisite for admittance to the Mount Holyoke College licensure and graduate program.

Once you have been accepted to Mount Holyoke College and chosen your licensure area, you can consult the Department of Education website for a list of subject matter test requirements for your particular license. This is covered in step 5 below.

You will receive free MTEL tutoring and test preparation courses. To get a tutor, simply complete and submit the online Request a Tutor Form. You will be contacted within the week by a prospective tutor. Amherst Regional Public Schools also offers free MTEL test preparation opportunities.

There are a few sources of MTEL fee financial support. For example, Paradigm Shift will reimburse you for up to two MTEL test fees. Simply send a completed W9 form and a copy of your MTEL receipt to the Paradigm Shift Program Coordinator. You will receive a reimbursement check within two weeks' time.

For assistance with your MTEL requirements, contact Catherine Swift, Director, Teacher Licensure Programs

413-538-2464

cswift@mtholyoke.edu

For assistance with tutoring or test prep, contact Danielle Phillips, Paradigm Shift Program Coordinator 413-542-4018 dphillips@fivecolleges.edu

The total cost to obtain a Massachusetts Initial Teaching License is different for each person. We have included a worksheet in the Paying for Grad School section that you can print and complete as you gather financial information and explore financial support that may be available to you.

The full cost of Phase 2 of the CES/NPS program is approxiamately $8,335. NPS will cover tuition costs for Phase 1 of the program (without graduate credits).

CES offers a number of payment plans for students seeking Licensure as well as graduate credit, in addition to a Continuing Education Consumer Loan in conjunction with the UMass Five College Credit Union.

Students are typically billed prior to the start of a new semester. Students who are not able to pay in full up front would work with the college’s financial aid office during the application process to secure financial aid.

The 2018-2019 tuition rate for the Masters of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program is $681 per credit. Mount Holyoke will offer the cohort entering in the 2018-2019 academic year a reduced tuition rate of $477 per credit for their program of study, or 30% off the full tuition minus any financial aid which is determined on an individual basis.

The MTEL Program was initiated by the Massachusetts Department of Education and includes tests covering communication and literacy skills as well as subject matter knowledge. The tests are designed to ensure that Massachusetts educators:

1. Can communicate adequately with students, parents/guardians and other educators.

2. Are knowledgeable in the subject matter of the license sought.

Once your application has been accepted by the Amherst Regional Public Schools, you must pass the Communications and Literacy MTEL. Passing the Communications and Literacy MTEL is a prerequisite for admittance to the Mount Holyoke College licensure and graduate program.

Once you have been accepted to Mount Holyoke College and chosen your licensure area, you can consult our MTEL Resources for a list of subject matter test requirements for your particular license.

Paradigm Shift will also reimburse your MTEL test fees. Simply send a completed W9 form and a copy of your MTEL receipt to the Paradigm Shift Program Coordinator. You will receive a reimbursement check within two weeks' time.

Yes. There is abundant free academic and MTEL tutoring that would be made available to you.

Once you have enrolled in your courses, your Mount Holyoke College advisor will explain all of the academic resources and support available to you, such as tutors, mentors and study sessions.

Holyoke Public Schools will notify you about free MTEL test preparation opportunities and provide a signup form.

Paradigm Shift offers free MTEL tutoring. Simply complete and submit the online Request a Tutor Form. You will be contacted within the week by a prospective tutor.

Paradigm Shift also offers free test preparation courses.

To receive free MTEL tutoring, simply complete and submit the online Request a Tutor Form. You will be contacted within the week by a prospective tutor. Together, you will schedule tutoring sessions that work with both your schedules.

Springfield Public Schools Human Resources will notify you about free MTEL test preparation opportunities and provide a signup form. You can participate in any of the classes offered. There is no limit.

Yes. There is abundant free academic and MTEL tutoring that would be made available to you.

Once you have enrolled in your courses, your Springfield College advisor will explain all of the academic resources and support available to you, such as tutors, mentors and study sessions.

Springfield Public Schools Human Resources will notify you about free MTEL test preparation opportunities and provide a signup form.

Paradigm Shift offers free MTEL tutoring. Simply complete and submit the online Request a Tutor Form. You will be contacted within the week by a prospective tutor.

Paradigm Shift also offers free test preparation courses.

Once you have chosen your field of study, or licensure area, you will receive a course list to obtain your license. You may also choose to obtain your master’s degree. The Educator Preparation and Licensure Program at Springfield College requires 24 credits and is typically completed over one calendar year. Earning your master’s degree requires an additional eight credits. Your Springfield College advisor will review this with you. Then, you will enroll in courses for the semester ahead.

Once you have enrolled in your courses, your Springfield College advisor will explain all of the academic resources and support available to you, such as tutors, mentors and study sessions. You will also participate in a Paradigm Shift Orientation Session with your Paradigm Shift liaison to learn about additional resources available to you. Your liaison will continue to serve as a contact and support person for you throughout the program. In addition, you may choose a mentor who will serve as a coach, cheerleader, and advocate within your school and district.

For help enrolling in courses, contactSpringfield College Graduate Coordinator

To learn about academic support available, contactParadigm Shift Program Coordinator

You will need to talk to your principal about your desire to become a licensed teacher. All teacher candidates are nominated for the Career Ladder by their principals. After receiving a recommendation from your principal, you will meet with a representative from the Collaborative for Educational Services to begin your application for the educator licensure program.

To apply to Mount Holyoke College, contact Mount Holyoke College’s Director, Teacher Licensure Programs, who will guide you through the application process.

Once you apply, you can set up an appointment with the Admissions and Communications Coordinator to review your transcript. You will find out how many prerequisites you will need to complete the program and how long the program may take.

Once accepted into Mount Holyoke College, you will automatically be admitted to the Amherst Futures Program, through which the Amherst Regional Public Schools provides $3,000 toward tuition.

To apply to Mount Holyoke College, contact Mount Holyoke College’s Director, Teacher Licensure Programs, who will guide you through the application process.

Once you apply, you can set up an appointment with the Admissions and Communications Coordinator to review your transcript. You will find out how many prerequisites you will need to complete the program and how long the program may take.

Once accepted into Mount Holyoke College, you will automatically be admitted to the Urban Teacher Pathways Program (UTP), through which Holyoke Public Schools provides $3,000 toward tuition.

Yes. There is abundant free academic and MTEL tutoring that would be made available to you.

Once you have enrolled in your courses, your Mount Holyoke College advisor will explain all of the academic resources and support available to you, such as tutors, mentors and study sessions.

You would also have access to free MTEL tutoring and test preparation courses. To secure an MTEL tutor, simply complete and submit the online Request a Tutor Form. You will be contacted within the week by a prospective tutor. Amherst Regional Public Schools will notify you about free MTEL test preparation opportunities and provide a signup form.

• Bare minimum: work with a tutor.

• Review the test objectives again and identify what you need to study.

• Do more of the prep ideas in #1.
  

Yes. There is abundant free academic and MTEL tutoring that would be made available to you.

Once you have enrolled in your courses, your Springfield College advisor will explain all of the academic resources and support available to you, such as tutors, mentors and study sessions.

You can also receive free MTEL tutoring and test preparation courses. To get an MTELL tutor, simply complete and submit the online Request a Tutor Form. You will be contacted within the week by a prospective tutor. Springfield Public Schools Human Resources will notify you about free MTEL test preparation opportunities and provide a signup form.

Once you have chosen your field of study, or licensure area, you will receive a course list to obtain your license. You may also choose to obtain your master’s degree. The Educator Preparation and Licensure Program at Springfield College requires 24 credits and is typically completed on a part-time basis over two years. Earning your master’s degree requires an additional eight credits. Your Springfield College advisor will review this with you. Then, you will enroll in courses for the semester ahead.

Once you have enrolled in your courses, your Springfield College advisor will explain all of the academic resources and support available to you, such as tutors, mentors and study sessions. You will also participate in a Paradigm Shift Orientation Session to learn about additional resources available to you. For example, as a Paradigm Shift participant, you will be supported by a teacher who has followed a similar path. Your mentor will serve as your coach, cheerleader, and advocate.

For help enrolling in courses, contact Eileen Cyr, Springfield College Graduate Coordinator 413-748-3312 ecyr@springfieldcollege.edu

To learn about academic support available, contact Danielle Phillips, Paradigm Shift Program Coordinator 413-542-4018 dphillips@fivecolleges.edu