Post-Bac

Route 3 is a field-based alternative route for post-baccalaureate candidates with subject matter expertise and experience in an identified subject shortage area. Cohorts of candidates attend an intensive summer Teaching Academy, followed by a full-year employed by a district as a teacher intern, and second summer Teaching Academy II. Requirements for Entry: 1) 5 years’ experience in the workforce 2) BA/BS degree with 2.75 GPA until state content test available, then successful completion of content test. 3) Meet age, good moral character, and personal fitness requirements (WAC 180-79A-150) 4) External validation of qualifications, including demonstrated successful experience with students/children (e.g. references / letters of support from previous employers) 5) Successful passage of statewide basic skills exam required for residency certification 6) Seeking endorsement in state identified subject shortage area (excluding special education or ESL).