Teaching Academy

How do I enroll?
Complete and turn in a teaching acadamy application to Mrs. Manetta, Teacher Academy Coordinator.

Who is Eligible?
Students...

Wanting to investigate teaching as a career possibility.
Having an Interest in helping children and working with young people.
Possessing adequate personal and social skills.
Wanting to provide a service to society.
Having the ability to develop the technical skills of teaching.

Careers in education:
Teacher (K-12)
Coach
Substitute Teacher
School Counselor
Librarian
Special Educator
Early Childhood Educator


Required Courses:

10th Grade: Multimedia Productions
This course is designed to create slide shows and videos using text. Computer based programs including Power-Point and Publisher editing software will be taught. Students will be responsible for planning, scripting, and editing specific assignments and producing flyers, brochures and business cards. Students will be working towards MOS certification in Power-Point. (1 credit)

11th Grade: Teaching Academy Courses (STAR)
This year long course investigates the intellectual, physical, emotional, and social stages of child and adolescent development. Included in this class are observations and interaction with learners through planned activities and lessons. (1 credit)

12th Grade: Teaching Internship
During the senior year, the student is assigned to a mentor teacher for two hours each day. Students are not paid for this on-the-job training in area schools. (2 credits)

Other courses important for students interested in The Teaching Academy: Speech, Psychology,
Sociology, Art, and Music Courses within interest area.