Teacher Apprentice

Teaching Apprenticeship Program

Provides aspiring educators with structured, paid, hands-on classroom experience while completing coursework toward teacher licensure. Supports the development of instructional skills, classroom management strategies, and professional competencies under the supervision of a certified mentor teacher.

Responsible to:
Building Principal, Program Coordinator, and Assigned Mentor Teacher

Classification of Employment:
Non-Exempt

Date:
May 2026

• Enrolled in or have completed the Teaching and Training Career and Technical Education pathway, or actively enrolled in an accredited teacher preparation program.
• Demonstrate a strong interest in pursuing a career in education.
• Maintain satisfactory academic progress, attendance, and job performance.
• Demonstrate aptitude or competence for executing the duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in accordance with district expectations.
• Demonstrate effective communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, teachers, administrators, and parents.

• Assist certified teachers with lesson preparation, classroom organization, and instructional activities.
• Provide support to students individually and in small groups.
• Supervise students and assist with classroom management under the direction of the mentor teacher.
• Observe effective instructional practices and participate in guided teaching experiences.
• Develop and deliver lessons and classroom activities appropriate to the apprentice's level of preparation.
• Maintain accurate timesheets, work logs, reflections, and other required program documentation.
• Participate in mentoring meetings, evaluations, and professional development activities.
• Attend staff meetings, parent conferences, and school events when appropriate.
• Demonstrate punctuality, professionalism, and adherence to district policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student and staff information in accordance with FERPA and district expectations.
• Utilize basic computer systems, educational technology, and student information systems as needed.
• Progress successfully through required coursework and apprenticeship competencies.

• Requires the ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods.
• Requires the ability to move throughout classrooms and school buildings.
• Requires the ability to supervise students in a classroom setting with frequent interruptions.
• Requires the ability to lift and carry instructional materials up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, reach, and sit as needed.
• Requires regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job.

• Support a safe, orderly, and productive learning environment.
• Assist students in completing academic assignments and developing learning skills.
• Maintain required documentation and submit all program records in a timely manner.
• Participate actively in mentoring and reflective practice to improve instructional effectiveness.
• Maintain satisfactory progress in college coursework and apprenticeship requirements.
• Adhere to all district policies, procedures, and safety expectations.
• Participate in staff meetings and professional development as required.
• Other duties assigned by the building administrator or program coordinator that are consistent with the general requirements of the position.