CTEP

CTEP seeks candidates who demonstrate initiative, highly effective interpersonal and communication skills, a passion for learning, and respect for the diversity of children and families in public schools. Experience with children in educational environments and a strong academic record are valued. Students must be able to balance intensive course work with full-day internships in public schools. CTEP encourages individuals with a range of experiences and backgrounds to apply.

Who May Apply

CTEP is designed to meet the needs of three groups of individuals who desire an early childhood or elementary Initial License:

1. Graduating seniors at the University of Massachusetts
2. Seniors from other institutions
3. Mid-career individuals

Applicants must possess a B.A. or B.S. degree in a liberal arts or a math/ science major.  Many applicants have a minor in education; however, this is not a requirement for admission.

Requirements

Prerequisites for acceptance:

1. Passing scores on the Communication and Literacy Skills portion of the Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL)
2. Evidence of, or plans for, meeting the prerequisite knowledge base in reading/writing methods. This prerequisite can be met by successful completion of a reading/writing methods course that addresses the state competencies OR evidence of a passing score on the Foundations of Reading portion of the MTEL.  Educ 461, which satisfies this prerequisite, will be offered through UMass in summer 2006.  Candidates taking a Literacy course at another institution must provide a syllabus.
3. Minimum undergraduate G.P.A. of 2.75. (The average undergraduate G.P.A. of current CTEP students was 3.4.) If your GPA is lower than 2.75, please include a letter of explanation.

Include the following with your application:

1. Completed University of Massachusetts Graduate School Application (IMPORTANT: For PROGRAM (Part II), write Education.  For Sub-field, write CTEP.  Then, in parenthesis, write either Early Childhood OR Elementary (your preference) followed by a dash and TECS Department.  CTEP does not require GRE scores (Part IV).
2. Personal Statement that includes your future goals as well as your beliefs about teaching and learning
3. Hard copy of your passing scores on the Communication and Literacy Skills portion of the MTEL
4. Two letters of reference (one academic reference and one highlighting your work with children)
5. Evidence of, or plan for, meeting the reading/writing methods prerequisite,
6. Resume.

If you have concerns about your eligibility, please e-mail: ctep@educ.umass.edu.