Many instructional assistants, secretaries, clerks, substitute teachers and other employees who have not completed requirements for an undergraduate degree may still be interested in joining the teaching profession. Several web sites provide valuable information to persons thinking about teaching, and others provide information on tuition assistance. Please take time to view these sites and to talk to others who have made the decision to teach for additional information and support.

NOTE: NISD's listing of programs and colleges on this web site constitutes neither an endorsement of nor recommendation to the programs leading to teacher certification provided by the entities listed. Further, applicant or current employees who have earned certifications in any of the listed programs are not guaranteed employment, employment advancement or increased compensation with NISD..

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Provides information about the teaching profession in general.

Choices and options available for paraprofessionals interested in either the NCLB requirements or teaching.

The Northside community college offers many associate degree programs, including an A.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies which may be used to complete teacher certification requirements in a four year college.

Transition to Teachers provides financial assistance to Northside ISD para-professionals to complete their bachelor’s degree and teacher certification requirements.

The Adult Degree Completion Program offers a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies degree leading to Elementary Teacher Certification. Tuition is discounted 40% and significant financial aid assistance is available. Email sabo@uiwtx.edu for more information.

Requirements for teacher certification are detailed.

Non-traditional undergraduate programs that accelerate degree completion.

This site contains essential information about becoming a teacher in Texas, including the requirements, choosing the training program best for you, and financial aid opportunities.

This site explains the terms of the Education Aides Exemption Program which provides free tuition and fees for eligible applicants.

Pathways is the NISD program providing partial tuition reimbursement to eligible employees seeking teacher certification.

NOTE: NISD's listing of programs and colleges on this web site constitutes neither an endorsement of nor recommendation to the programs leading to teacher certification provided by the entities listed. Further, applicant or current employees who have earned certifications in any of the listed programs are not guaranteed employment, employment advancement or increased compensation with NISD.

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