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Congratulations!

In answering "Yes" to ALL of the questions on the questionnaire, you may be a candidate for Route 3.

About the Alternative Routes Program

  • The level of funding will only allow a limited number of people to participate in the Alternative Routes Programs.

Below is a list of minimum qualifications for Route 3 candidates.

Be sure to view the FAQs.


Minimum Qualifications for Route 3 Candidates:

Who can participate in route 3?

Individuals with a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degrees with subject matter expertise in a state-identified subject matter shortage area seeking residency teacher certification in a subject matter/ geographic shortage area.

What will I have to do to complete route 3?

Cohorts of candidates shall attend an intensive summer teaching academy, followed by a full year in a mentored internship, followed, if necessary, by a second summer teaching academy.

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE?

One year or less.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

  • Five years' experience in the work force;

  • Subject matter expertise in a shortage area;

  • A bachelor of arts or bachelor of science degree. GPA will be considered as a factor;

  • Successful completion of the state basic skills and content tests, when available; and

  • Meet the good moral character, and personal fitness requirements required by State Board rule of all applicants to teaching
    (WAC 180-79A-155)

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