Miami-Dade
County Public Schools (M-DCPS) has been awarded a $9.5 million, five-year grant
by the U.S. Department of Education (USDOE) to enhance training for all prospective
teachers and their mentors through a partnership with Miami Dade College (MDC).
As
the third largest school district in the country, M-DCPS consistently seeks to hire
diverse talent to address the challenges in attracting and retaining qualified
educators, particularly for high-needs schools. These teachers ensure that our
vibrant student population receives an “A-rated” quality education and
instruction.
Thanks
to this USDOE grant and the partnership with MDC, the District will be able to launch
Edu-PARTNERS, an M-DCPS program aimed at hiring more quality teachers and
create a pipeline that addresses the critical needs in teacher recruitment and
support. These efforts will ultimately improve student achievement in all areas
of teaching.
Edu-PARTNERS
directly addresses these challenges by:
·
Enhancing
recruitment strategies: The program focuses on attracting individuals from
diverse backgrounds who are passionate about teaching and committed to serving
the unique needs of M-DCPS students.
·
Providing
affordable pathways: Through scholarships and financial support, Edu-PARTNERS
makes teacher preparation accessible to a broader range of individuals.
·
Strengthening
clinical experiences: Pre-service teachers will gain valuable hands-on
experience through a year-long, rigorous clinical program aligned with best
practices in teacher education.
The
Edu-PARTNERS acronym reflects the program's comprehensive approach.
· Preparation
through innovative teacher preparation programs to ensure graduates are
well-equipped for the modern classroom.
· Apprenticeship
opportunities that combine coursework with paid on-the-job training.
· Residency
that provides an immersive, year-long program in high-needs schools with
experienced mentors.
· Teaching in a way that supports new educators in their first two years through a structured mentoring program and ongoing professional learning opportunities.
Due to strategic partnerships and grant opportunities, M-DCPS is your best choice, offering innovative ways to attract, hire, develop and retain high-quality teachers who provide our students the world-class education they deserve.
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