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Become a Teacher

One of the most powerful ways to do something that matters is to teach.

I WANT TO BECOME A TEACHER

Each program below offers a bachelor’s degree. Whether you are a recent high school graduate, just entering the profession or currently working in a school, there is a program here for you.

REACH University

At the undergraduate level, Reach offers adults employed in schools and other workplaces the opportunity to earn a unique bachelor’s degree that embraces work experience as part of the learning process.

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Tulane SOPA

Tuition Waivers for Education Students

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Xavier’s Norman C. Francis Teacher Residency

Transforming Futures: Earn Your Master's, and Become a Certified Louisiana Teacher with the Norman C. Francis Teacher Residency

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REACH University

At the undergraduate level, Reach offers adults employed in schools and other workplaces the opportunity to earn a unique bachelor’s degree that embraces work experience as part of the learning process.

Program Highlights

Job Embedded
Fully Online & Accredited
Affordable – ($900 per year of $75 per month)

Application Deadlines

NOTE: The application is currently closed, but you can learn more about our programs by visiting our website or contacting our admission team.

Next Enrollment Cycle begins in the Spring (February 2024 to May 2024)

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Tulane SOPA

Tuition Waivers for Education Students

Steps to Apply

Apply into the MAT program
$200 enrollment deposit
Complete SEED application (Essay)
Sign a SEED contract
Complete Residency in NOLA-PS; receive coaching support during residency; after program completion, continue to receive coaching and teach in NOLA-PS for two years)
Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 each semester to be eligible for the tuition waiver

Application Deadline

Apply to the Tulane SoPA MAT program before Dec. 1
Complete AND Submit the SEED application no later than Dec. 1

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Xavier’s Norman C. Francis Teacher Residency

Transforming Futures: Earn Your Master's, and Become a Certified Louisiana Teacher with the Norman C. Francis Teacher Residency

Program Highlights

Collaborative Learning Community: Engage in a supportive and collaborative community of aspiring educators, fostering a network that last beyond the program and provides ongoing professional connections.
Affordable Education: Pursue your masters in Teaching at a low cost, with tuition + fees covered by us in year 1.
Living Stipend: Receive a $25,000 living stipend to cover living expenses during your resident year.
Mentorship: Benefit from personalized mentorship and coaching from experienced educators who are committed to guiding and nurturing your teaching skills.

Application Deadline

January 8, 2024

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I AM A TEACHER, SEEKING A MASTER’S DEGREE.

Each program below offers a master’s degree. These programs are for current teachers of record and career changers.

Tulane SOPA

Tuition Waivers for Education Students

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Xavier’s Norman C. Francis Teacher Residency

Transforming Futures: Earn Your Master's, and Become a Certified Louisiana Teacher with the Norman C. Francis Teacher Residency

Website

Tulane SOPA

Tuition Waivers for Education Students

Steps to Apply

Apply into the MAT program
$200 enrollment deposit
Complete SEED application (Essay)
Sign a SEED contract
Complete Residency in NOLA-PS; receive coaching support during residency; after program completion, continue to receive coaching and teach in NOLA-PS for two years)
Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 each semester to be eligible for the tuition waiver

Application Deadline

Apply to the Tulane SoPA MAT program before Dec. 1
Complete AND Submit the SEED application no later than Dec. 1

Website

Xavier’s Norman C. Francis Teacher Residency

Transforming Futures: Earn Your Master's, and Become a Certified Louisiana Teacher with the Norman C. Francis Teacher Residency

Program Highlights

Collaborative Learning Community: Engage in a supportive and collaborative community of aspiring educators, fostering a network that last beyond the program and provides ongoing professional connections.
Affordable Education: Pursue your masters in Teaching at a low cost, with tuition + fees covered by us in year 1.
Living Stipend: Receive a $25,000 living stipend to cover living expenses during your resident year.
Mentorship: Benefit from personalized mentorship and coaching from experienced educators who are committed to guiding and nurturing your teaching skills.

Application Deadline

January 8, 2024

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I AM A TEACHER, SEEKING CERTIFICATION.

Each program below offers Teacher certification. These programs are for current teachers of record and career changers.

teachNOLA

Bring learning to life in a city that's larger than life!

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Xavier’s Norman C. Francis Teacher Residency

Transforming Futures: Earn Your Master's, and Become a Certified Louisiana Teacher with the Norman C. Francis Teacher Residency

Website

teachNOLA

Bring learning to life in a city that's larger than life!

Program Highlights

Dedicated coaching support throughout your training year in collaboration with your school based leader to ensure your development is targeted and in conjunction with your school goals
Flexible online certification coursework and content specific support from a Content Instructor expert in your certification area
Black Educator Excellence Cohort offers support opportunities for Black and African American participants during training that include financial assistance and networking in a community of Black Educators in New Orleans

Application Deadlines

Mid-Year Cohort to start January 2024 – application deadline January 5, 2024
Summer Cohort to start late May 2024 – application deadline May 17, 2024

Follow teachNOLA!

Instagram – teachnola_
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Xavier’s Norman C. Francis Teacher Residency

Transforming Futures: Earn Your Master's, and Become a Certified Louisiana Teacher with the Norman C. Francis Teacher Residency

Program Highlights

Collaborative Learning Community: Engage in a supportive and collaborative community of aspiring educators, fostering a network that last beyond the program and provides ongoing professional connections.
Affordable Education: Pursue your masters in Teaching at a low cost, with tuition + fees covered by us in year 1.
Living Stipend: Receive a $25,000 living stipend to cover living expenses during your resident year.
Mentorship: Benefit from personalized mentorship and coaching from experienced educators who are committed to guiding and nurturing your teaching skills.

Application Deadline

January 8, 2024

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SEED Partner	Degree(s) Offered	Certification(s) Offered	Program Length	Program Costs
REACH University	Bachelor’s	Bachelor’s only program option – no cert. attached Elementary and Special Education	2-year track 3-year track 4-year track (Depending on number of credits you already have)	$75/month (or $900/year) to cover all fees, books, and materials Participants must complete financial aid application
TeachNOLA	Certification only	Early Childhood Elementary Middle School (ELA, Math or Science) Secondary (ELA, Math, General Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics) Dual certification in Special Education	One-year Participants may choose to continue their journey to earn a Master’s through Johns Hopkins University	$4,700 Payment plan available Additional funding available through application
Tulane School of Professional Advancement	Bachelor’s Master’s	Early Childhood Secondary Education (English, Math, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Social Studies, French, German, Italian, Latin, Spanish).	18 months to four years, depending on program track and if you are a full- or part-time student	For SEED grant recipients, tuition is waived for all education courses (100% of Master’s courses and 11 undergraduate courses).
Xavier University’s Norman C. Francis Teacher Residency	Bachelor’s Master’s	Elementary Middle School Special Education Secondary (ELA, Math, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Social Studies)	Master’s program is two years, including a one-year residency	Year 1 tuition waived Year 2 tuition deeply discounted (~$6,000 total) $4,000 in funding available through federal TEACH grant.