2 Semesters 1 Class Period/1.0 Credit OR 2 Semesters 2 Class Periods/2.0 Credits
Grades 11 12
CTE Dual Credit, College credit available
Requirements: Application and teacher approval
Taught by: Todd Apley
Course Description: This course is a must for students interested in a professional career in education. Students will intern with a mentor teacher at a pre-school, elementary, middle, or high school of their choice. Throughout the year, students participate in the inner-workings of the classroom, school and district. They will gain knowledge and experience in teamwork, time management, communication, leadership, and current issues in the school system. This is a college level course. As an intern, students will perform duties such as tutoring, grading, supervising and eventually teaching. Students will work closely with the Teaching Academy instructor and mentor teacher to complete independent assignments and projects. Students will gain experience in understanding the learner, schools, teachers and teaching as well as exploring pathways for their future.