Troops To Teachers
Troops to Teachers is a cooperative program of the Department of Education
and Department of Defense which provides referral and placement assistance
to military personnel interested in teaching as a second career. Financial
assistance may be available to help pay for the cost of a teacher certification
program or as an incentive to teach in a "high-needs" school.
Requirements for eligibility for referral and placement assistance:
- The last period of service was honorable
- Active duty members who separate with a minimum of six years of service
as of January 8, 2002
- Elementary or Secondary Education: Baccalaureate or advanced degree from
an accredited institution at the time of application.
- Vocational/Technical Education: Equivalent of one year of college with
six years of experience in a vocational or technical field.
$5000 Stipends, $10000 bonus if eligible (call for details)
For more information about Troops to Teachers, contact:
Troops to Teachers
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs
P.O. Box 7150
Colorado Springs, CO 80933
719-262-4107
colottt@uccs.edu
Or visit the National
Troops to Teachers website
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs - Troops to Teachers
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