Dallas Independent School District · 2 months ago
Phase 65-2.0: Dallas ISD Alternative Certification Program Internship 2025 – 2026
Dallas, TX
Internship
Onsite
Intern
Start in 2026 SummerDallas Independent School District is seeking candidates for their Alternative Certification Program, which aims to attract new educators to the teaching profession. The program offers free tuition and guaranteed employment while preparing candidates for state examinations through interactive and rigorous training activities.
Primary/Secondary Education
Responsibilities
Participate in all standards-based, candidate-focused, performance-based, interactive, rigorous, assessed activities
Adhere to all requirements outlined in the Dallas ISD Alternative Certification Candidate Guidebook
Complete all performance benchmarks outlined in the video-based classroom observations syllabus
Pass state examinations aligned to certification pathways
Submit for review and approval of in-person and virtual-based video observations reflections for the potential award of 50 observation hours
Adhere to requirements outlined in the program offer letter, guidebook, and syllabus
Participate in all standards-based, candidate-focused, performance-based, interactive, rigorous, assessed activities
Completion of all performance benchmarks outlined in training
Adhere to the Educator’s Code of Ethics
Pass the state Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities (PPR) EC-12 examination prior to internship
Participate in all candidate in-service training aligned to standards-based, candidate-focused, performance-based, interactive, rigorous, assessed activities
Adhere to requirements outlined in the program’s candidate guidebook
Interact regularly and positively with assigned field experiences facilitator and program manager
Participate in all coaching and feedback sessions aligned with the Dallas ISD Teacher Excellence Initiative (TEI) rubric
Receive a favorable recommendation by the campus principal and program for state standard certification
Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required
Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles
Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, Board of Trustee policies, and administrative regulations
Establish efficient classroom management procedures
Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior
Establish a system of student evaluation within the guidelines prescribed in state law or adopted by the school district
Continually evaluate and record various aspects of students’ progress and report to parents as needed and required
Teach within the course of study for the subject area at the grade level as prescribed in state law or adopted by the school district
Understand and plan lessons leading to subject area objectives and assume the responsibility for written lesson plans for substitutes
Provide a variety of planned learning experiences using a variety of media and methods to motivate students and best utilize the available time for instruction
Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students resolve health, attitude, and learning problems
Be available for counseling with students and parents before and after school
Share the responsibility of interpreting the educational programs to the community through such activities as open houses and PTA meetings
Participate cooperatively with the principal to develop the system by which he/she will be evaluated in conformance with the district’s uniform guidelines for evaluation and assessment
Keep accurate records of student information; compile, maintain and file all reports, records, and other documents required by the school and district
Performs all other tasks and duties as assigned
Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree conferred by an institution of higher education that is recognized by one of the regional accrediting agencies in the THECB
An overall Grade Point Average of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale on bachelor's degree
Completion of virtual mock lesson
Completion of Background Check & Fingerprinting
Must be 18 years of age or older
Have a favorable TExES exam history
If an applicant's bachelor's degree is from a country outside of the United States candidates must pass all four parts of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL-iBT). The following scores must be met on the TOEFL-iBT test: High-Intermediate level scores: Reading 18-23, Listening 17-21, Speaking 20-24 and Writing 17-23
Benefits
FREE Tuition
GUARANTEED employment
Company
Dallas Independent School District
Dallas Independent School District provides Education and Teaching.
Founded in 1925
10001+ employees
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