Teacher Apprenticeship Spring 2025 Application

Through the apprenticeship program, aspiring teachers have the opportunity to complete the requirements for a New Jersey teaching certification from an accredited institution while earning a wage. Apprentices will also receive a national portable credential from the US Department of Labor which can be used in any state in the country.

Upon acceptance in the program, apprentices will be enrolled in an approved program based on their qualifications (options will be discussed during the interview). More information about the recommended pathway will be shared in the acceptance letter.

Not sure if this program is for you? Need more information? Register for an upcoming informational webinar on our website atiwant2teach.org.

Key Application Dates (subject to change):

Application Closes: June 13, 2025

All Applicants Notified of Their Status: June 24, 2025

Orientation Week: Week of June 30, 2025

Virtual Onboarding and Orientation Session: July 1, 2025

Summer Session Begins: July 7, 2025

Please note, due to the overwhelming number of applications we receive each cycle, we are unable to provide personalized feedback to each candidate who does not advance. Thank you for your understanding.

Requirements

Before you complete the application, be sure that you have the following items available to upload:

1. A copy of your college transcripts from all institutions you attended (official or unofficial)
2. A copy of your most updated resume
3. Your exact GPA from the last institution you graduated from
4. Your exact Praxis scores (not required to apply but helpful if you have them already)

Benefits

Program Benefits:

• Full-time teaching or substitute/instructional aide position with employer during apprenticeship
• Guaranteed position with employer after completing the apprenticeship
• No cost for certification courses
• No cost for Praxis exam support
• Earn NJ teaching certification
• National credential from the US Department of Labor