In this session, you will explore the Arkansas Teacher Registered Apprenticeship, an innovative, evidence-based approach to educator development aimed at tackling teacher shortages across the state. This program offers a work-based learning opportunity, where approved apprentices receive high-quality instruction through accredited educator programs while simultaneously working within a participating school district. Designed to foster educational excellence in K-12 schools statewide, the apprenticeship ensures teachers acquire valuable on-the-job experience and become fully integrated into their school’s culture, equipping them to be classroom-ready from day one.
Join us for an insightful presentation on the various licensure flexibility options available to educators in Arkansas. This session will explore the different pathways and exceptions that allow schools to address staffing challenges and ensure that students receive high-quality education, even in hard-to-fill positions.
Join us for an insightful presentation on the various licensure flexibility options available to educators in Arkansas. This session will explore the different pathways and exceptions that allow schools to address staffing challenges and ensure that students receive high-quality education, even in hard-to-fill positions.
In this session, you will learn about ADE's Special Education Teacher Registered Apprenticeship Program, which aims to combat teacher shortages by developing fully licensed educators with strong ties to Arkansas communities. The apprenticeship combines practical classroom experience with coursework tailored to the specific needs of students with disabilities in Arkansas.
Beginning in 2026, all ninth graders - including those with disabilities - must receive instruction from conent-licensed teachers to earn credits on the regular pathway to graduation, as outlined in the Inclusive Education Implementation Timeline. Since the Timline's release in 2021, Arkansas has made progress in integrating more students with disabilities into general education settings. Despite this, the shift to linking content-licensed teachers to graduation credits for all students represents a significant change for many school districts. As a result, Districts may have questions or feel uncertain about decision-making for students with disabiltiies. This session will offer guidance on creative staffing strategies to effectively meet student needs. It will also cover key topics such as course codes, teacher licensure, grading, and how these factors influcence graduation pathways.
Program Coordinator for Licensure, ADE- Educator Licensure
I was an AR educator for Pulaski County Special School District for 23 years. I've taught Pre-K, Kindergarten and First grade. At the end of the 2018-19 school year, I decided it was time to seek other career opportunities in Education. July 2019, I was hired by Arkansas Department... Read More →
Program Coordinator for Licensure, ADE- Educator Licensure
I was an AR educator for Pulaski County Special School District for 23 years. I've taught Pre-K, Kindergarten and First grade. At the end of the 2018-19 school year, I decided it was time to seek other career opportunities in Education. July 2019, I was hired by Arkansas Department... Read More →
