GISD's G.R.E.A.T Program
GISD Recognizes and Elevates Aspiring Teachers
The application window for Cohort 1 closed April 17.
WHAT IS G.R.E.A.T.?
In partnership with Teachworthy and Indiana Wesleyan University, GISD’s G.R.E.A.T. program provides innovative pathways that support paraprofessionals in obtaining a Bachelor’s degree and teacher certification while working as classroom instructors. While in the program, members will be placed into a classroom under the guidance of a certified teaching mentor, earn college credit through participating in professional learning alongside certified teachers, and receive increased compensation while working toward a degree and teacher certification.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- must participate in an informational session
- must be a current, full-time paraprofessional in GISD and be in good standing with the district
- must have some college credit hours already (minimum 50 hours for the 1st cohort)
- receive a principal recommendation
- applicant seeks a certification area that is determined as a high-needs area in GISD
TO BECOME A G.R.E.A.T. CLASSROOM INSTRUCTOR, MEMBERS MUST:
- successfully complete Teachworthy pedagogy modules before the following school year
- apply as a Classroom Instructor for GISD teacher vacancies
- complete specified GISD coursework
- collaborate with a Mentor
- complete college coursework with Indiana Wesleyan University
- pass required exams for certifications to transition to intern position at full teacher pay
This program is offered in partnership with: