The application for accelerated tuition reimbursement is now available at http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/ development/teams/programs/tuition.shtm. MCPS union members in accelerated study programs that require completion of more than nine credits per fiscal year can apply for accelerated tuition reimbursement. The credits used for the accelerated tuition reimbursement will count toward your future reimbursement. Reimbursements shall not exceed 45 credits in 5 years. After the completion of the program, you will not be eligible for any additional reimbursement until you make-up the number of credits that you were reimbursed in of 9 credits per fiscal year. For example, if you are reimbursed for 18 credits in excess of the 9 credits per fiscal year that is normally allowed, then you will not be eligible for tuition reimbursement for the next two years after completing the program.
Click on the link above for the application. This is an interactive document: please type the information in the boxes before printing the form. Completed forms must be accompanied by a copy of the unit member’s Program of Studies in order to be considered for approval. For questions, please contact Susan Mitchell in the Office of Organizational Development, 301-601-0300, between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Columbia Union College Bachelor' Degree
This two year partnership is for those MCPS employees with at least 60 credits or an Associate of Arts degree. Successful completion of the program results in Maryland teacher certification in elementary and special education. Participants in the program will work as a paid paraeducator in MCPS. Classes for this program are offered in the evenings at Columbia Union College in Takoma Park, Maryland.
Call Russ Fazio (MCPS) @ 301-353-8556 for further information and applications.
University of Maryland at College Park/ Teaching Science Master's Degree or Certificate Program
This MCPS/UMCP partnership focuses on assisting elementary and middle school science teachers to become highly qualified. Educators can earn either a masters degree (30 credits) or receive an 18 credit certificate in teaching science. Many of the courses will be held at the Universities at Shady Grove center and the remaining courses will be offered at the University of Maryland College Park campus. This program will begin in the fall of 2008. Applications are being accepted through the beginning of August 2008.
For further information contact either Dr. Russ Fazio (MCPS) at 301-353-8556 or Dr. Dan Levin (University of Maryland) at dlevin2@umd.edu.
Creative Initiatives in Teacher Education (CITE)
The University of Maryland at College Park and the Montgomery County Public Schools through the Office of Organizational Development are seeking candidates for the Creative Initiatives in Teacher Education (CITE) program beginning August 2008.
CITE is an 18-month program that runs for five consecutive semesters. Successful completion of this program will result in a master’s degree in elementary education and Maryland certification in grades one through eight.
Eligible applicants must hold a bachelor's degree and during the program work in MCPS as a paraeducator. As in previous years, emphasis will be placed on recruiting a culturally and racially diverse group of interns who will receive consideration for teaching positions in MCPS upon successful completion of the CITE program.
Applications for the program beginning in 2010 are available from the Office of Organizational Development by calling Lauren English at 301-601-0300. For additional information about the program call Dr. Russ Fazio at 301-353-8556.
Towson University/MCPS Partnership - Certification in Administration and Supervision
Towson University is offering a partnership program in administration and supervision certification to all MCPS teachers. These courses will take place at the Universities at Shady Grove and will begin in Fall 2008. Courses will also be offered at a favorable rate.
If you have questions or need further information, please contact Dr. Roxanna DellaVecchia (Towson) at 410-704-4623 or Dr. Russ Fazio (MCPS), 301-353-8556.
Towson Masters of Arts in Teaching Special Education
This Towson University/MCPS partnership program is designed for those without formal training in the field of education who are seeking initial teacher certification and a master's degree in Special Education.
Program begins in the Fall of 2008 and can be completed in 6 semesters with the final internship to be scheduled for the spring or summer of 2011. All courses will be offered at a favorable tuition rate and conveniently located at the Universities at Shady Grove in Rockville.
If you have questions or need further information, please call Ms. Judy Webster (Towson) at 301-738-6326, or Ms. Khanny Yang (MCPS) 301-353-8556
Contact Information
Russ Fazio
301-353-8556
Montgomery County Public Schools, Upcounty Regional Services Center
12900 Middlebrook Rd., Germantown, Maryland 20874
Career Enhancement and Teacher Preparation for
Support Staff and Career Changers
Montgomery College
Associate
of Arts in Education For
MCPS staff with fewer than 60 credits. This degree
focuses on elementary education and prepares an individual
for entering a four year bachelor’s
degree in education. For additional information
call 301-251-7269.
Maryland Teachers Certification (begins
5/06)
For those with a bachelor’s degree outside
of the field of education and wishing to become certified
at the secondary level. Primary focus is on recruitment
of individuals with a background in mathematics and
science.
Columbia
Union College (Bachelor’s
Degree)
For support staff with at least two years of college;
provides the second two years of a bachelor’s
degree in elementary education and special education.
Upon completion of the program participants are dually certified in elementary
and special education.
Johns
Hopkins University (Master’s
Degree)
PRO MAT - Professional
Immersion Program For career changers
in critical need areas: The program results in Secondary
certification in Math, Science, English and Foreign Language.
Candidates receive tuition support, work as substitute
teachers during their training program and are committed
to work for MCPS for three years following graduation.
PRO SEMS – Professional
Immersion Program in Special Education
For career changers seeking to be Special Education
teachers. The program Results in K-12 certification
in Special Education, mild to moderate disabilities.
Candidates receive tuition support, work as substitute
teachers during their training program, and are committed
to work for MCPS for three years following graduation.
SET IT – Special Education Teacher Immersion
Training
For career changers and
support staff seeking to be special education teachers. The program
results in K-12 certification in Special Education,
mild to moderate disabilities. Candidates are
employed as special education paraeducators, work
in two schools, and do two formal internships. In
addition to salary and benefits, participants are
eligible for partial tuition reimbursement as MCPS
paraeducators.
Towson Master’s in Special
Education ( MAT)
This
partnership is for support staff with a bachelor’s
degree seeking initial teacher certification. It
results in state certification K-12 and a master’s
degree in special education. Priority is given
to those individuals with a major in a content area,
e.g. English, mathematics, science and history.
George Washington
University- (Master’s degree)
TEACHERS 2000
Millennium Teachers and Teaching Corps
Fellows programs. For career changers seeking
secondary teacher certification. This
program prepares individuals to teach secondary special
education, computer science, or general education
content. Candidates receive tuition support,
work as substitute teachers during their training
program and are committed to work for MCPS for 2-3
years following completion of the program.
University
of Maryland - (Master’s
Degree)
CITE – Creative
Initiatives in Teacher Education
For support staff with a bachelor’s degree. Results
in a master’s degree in elementary education
and MSDE certification in grades 1-8. Participants
work as paraeducators for two years in a MCPS elementary
school and complete two formal internships. In
addition to salary and benefits, participants are
eligible for partial tuition reimbursement.
For career changers seeking secondary teacher certification
in math, science, English, and foreign language. This
is an alternative teacher education program designed
for candidates who have completed bachelor’s
degrees in academic fields. Interns are assigned
to a 2/3’s time assignment in a participating
middle or high school for the entire school year
as the basis for their “field” experience. Program
themes include: inquiry/reflection; diversity;
and democratic learning communities.
TESOL- Teachers of English for Speakers of Other
Languages
For support staff with a bachelor’s degree
and MCPS certified teachers. This program results
in a master’s degree and MSDE certification
in ESOL.
Tuition
Reimbursement: procedures for getting reimbursed
for courses. Revisedin November, 2001.
Teacher and Leadership
Development Master’s Degree, Doctorate
Degree and/or Certification Programs for teachers
and administrators
Bowie State University
Reading
Results in a master’s degree and MSDE
certification as a reading specialist.
Administration
and Supervision
Results in a master’s
degree in administration and supervision and MSDE certification
at either the elementary or secondary level.
Hood College
Administration
and Supervision
Results in MSDE certification in administration and
supervision at either the elementary or secondary level.
Administration and Supervision Results
in a master’s degree in administration
and supervision and MSDE certification at either the
elementary or secondary level.
Johns Hopkins University
Administration and Supervision
Results in MSDE certification in administration and
supervision at either the elementary or secondary
level.
Instructional Technology
Results in a master’s
degree with a specialization in instructional technology.
Some of the coursework takes place online.
McDaniel College
Administration
and Supervision
Results in MSDE certification in administration
and supervision at either the elementary or secondary
level
Administration and Supervision Results in a master’s degree in curriculum
and instruction with a focus on administration and
supervision and MSDE certification at either the
elementary or secondary level.
Media Library Science Results in a master’s
degree and Maryland certification as a school librarian.
Towson University
Administration and Supervision
Results in MSDE certification in
administration and supervision at the elementary
or secondary level.
Special Education
Results in MSDE certification and
a master’s
degree in secondary or elementary special education
for teachers. Teachers will be dually certified
in special education and a content area upon completion
of the program.
Media Library Science Results in a
master’s degree and certification
as a school librarian.
University of Maryland
Human Development
Results
in a master’s degree in Human Development
targeting middle and secondary school teachers.
Teachers of English for Speakers of Other Languages For
support staff with a bachelor’s degree and
MCPS certified teachers. This program results
in a master’s degree and MSDE certification
in ESOL
School of Library and Media Services
Results
in a master’s degree and state certification
as a school library and media services specialist.
Middle School Mathematics Education
Results
in a master’s degree in mathematics
education and preparation for middle schoolstate
certification. Courses
focus on instruction in Algebra and Geometry formiddle
school students.
Education Policy and Leadership Results
in a doctorate (Ed.D.) in educational leadership.
The program is designed to prepare educators for
major leadership positions.
Certificate in Secondary School Literacy
Coaching
This is a six course (18
credit) program that focuses on developing literacy
coaches for the secondary school level.University
of Maryland University CollegeInstructional
TechnologyResults in a master’s degree with a specialization
in instructional technology. All courses are
provided online.
University of
Maryland University College
Instructional Technology Results in a master's degree with a specialization
in instructional technology. All courses are provided online.
