Overview
Description of Program: The Teach for Indiana Program (TIP) is intended for an individual who has a desire to become a teacher. This program has been specifically designed to recruit, prepare, and license talented individuals for teaching. Candidates must have a four-year baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution of higher education with a GPA of 3.0 overall and in their major area of study or a GPA of 2.5 overall and in their major, with five years of professional experience. Candidates may select either elementary (K-5) or secondary (6-12) tracts. Candidates must pass a rigorous screening process which includes national tests, interviews, and a review of teaching-related experiences.
What is the program design? This program is designed as a two-phase process. Phase I is a nine-month intensive program of educational coursework and field experiences which when successfully completed leads to an Indiana teaching license. Phase II culminates, should the candidate desire, in a Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree. 12 hours of electives from the TIP coursework are credited to the 36 hours required for the MASTERS degree. The two-phases are intended to equip the teacher for the classroom and provide continued support and professional development. The TIP/Master of Education program allows candidates to combine licensure course requirements with the M.Ed. degree.
