Are you one of those creative and passionate people who will change children's lives? Are you excited at the idea of instilling a love of learning?
The Teacher Academy of Maryland is designed for students who want to explore a career as an elementary, middle or high school, teacher. Students in the academy, have the opportunity to conduct formal observations, develop and deliver lesson plans in a K-12 setting, and participate in special events and activities. Academy coursework focuses on development, learning theory, positive and effective classroom management and discipline, curriculum delivery models, and the creation of developmentally-appropriate curriculum and learning environments.
Location
Your current school
Depending on interest and enrollment, this academy may be offered at your home school. Contact your school's guidance counselor for more information.
Grades
9-12
Related Academies
Electives
Teacher Academy of Maryland students are advised to take at least two years of a World Language; Spanish being recommended. Students who are preparing for a career teaching middle/high school should pursue additional courses in the subject area they are planning to teach (e.g. Mathematics, Science, Social Sciences, Humanities/Arts).
Prerequisites
Although no specific courses are required as prerequisites, students should seek volunteer or paid experience working with children as confirmation of their career academy choice.
Industry Recognized Credentials
Students can prepare for ParaPro certification. Students also have the opportunity to earn the Council for Professional Recognition Child Development Associate certification through the CDA Portfolio option.
College Credit
Students enrolled in the courses, Teaching as a Profession – G/T CT-925-1-CC and Human Growth and Development - G/T CT-922-CC, are eligible to be dually enrolled in the three-credit college course at HCC. Due to the advanced course requirement. Students who are preparing for a career in Early Childhood, Elementary or Secondary Teaching, who earn grades of B or higher in all four required Academy courses, may earn college credits from Bowie State University, Coppin State University, Frostburg State University, Hood College, Morgan State University, Salisbury University, St. Mary’s College of Maryland, Stevenson University, or Towson University.
Successful Academy Students:
- Maintain a C average in all academy coursework.
- Complete a portfolio documenting academic and work-based skills and achievements.
Academy Sequences
| Academy | First Course / Second Course | Third Course (Concentrator) | Fourth Course (Completer) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teacher Academy of Maryland (K-12) |
Teaching as a Profession - G/T CT-925-CC and Human Growth and Development-G/T CT-922-CC (Can be taken concurrently) |
Foundations of Curriculum and Instruction CT-924-1 | Field Experience in Education - G/T CT-927-1 CT-927-2 |
| Early Childhood Option | Child Development Associate Portfolio and Internship 1 - G/T CT-926-1 |