New Pathways to Teaching in New Jersey (NPTNJ)New Pathways to Teaching in New Jersey Information Sessions:
New Pathways to Teaching in New Jersey (NPTNJ), a state approved alternate route program will be offered at Cumberland County College in 2011. This program addresses a statewide need for teachers at the elementary, middle and high school levels. The basic eligibility requirements include:
Bachelor or higher degree 2.75 minimum GPA in highest degree (No exceptions) Passing Praxis II score Certificate of Eligibility (CE)
New Pathways to Teaching in New Jersey (NPTNJ) offers teacher candidates the opportunity to take NPTNJ coursework at local NJ Community Colleges using a curriculum created jointly by New Jersey City University and the Community Colleges. NPTNJ includes the following:
| Job Opportunities for teachers will vary from good to excellent over the next decade depending upon locality, grade level and subject taught. |
24-hour Pre-service component - Introduction to Teaching class Stage 1 (4 Credits) incorporating classroom management techniques, lesson planning, and on-site classroom observations. Stage 2 (11 Credits) provides coursework essential for the development of excellent teachers.
The Alternate Route in New Jersey provides a process for individuals who already hold a bachelor's degree or higher and a Certificate of Eligibility (CE), to become licensed teachers without having to complete a traditional teacher training program. Students receive a Certificate of Eligibility (CE) issued by the New Jersey Department of Education by providing evidence of appropriate academic preparation in a subject area and successfully passing the corresponding Praxis II exam.
Once alternate route candidates have obtained their CE, they begin their job search. When hired, they begin to teach as a provisional teacher. During their first year on the job they must take 200 hours of approved coursework in professional teacher education such as New Pathways to Teaching in NJ (NPTNJ). Upon completion of both the provisional year of teaching and the 200 academic hours from New Pathways to Teaching in NJ, as well as a recommendation from the principal in the employing school, the candidates will meet all requirements for their standard licensure. Interested students must apply to this program and a limited number of students will be selected. Eligible applicants will meet all of the basic eligibility criteria. To apply to the program please contact the registrar at 856-691-8600 x 345 to request a complete packet. Financial assistance is available.
Click here to download the NPTNJ Overview guide
Certificate of Eligibility changes effective January 1, 2010
New Pathways to Teaching in New Jersey is pleased to offer the "Introduction to the Teaching Profession: 24-Hour Program" required for alternate route candidates who apply for a Certificate of Eligibility (CE). This course is a prerequisite of the NJ Department of Education for all CE applications received after October 30, 2009. NOTE: Individuals submitting a CE application prior to October 31st are not required to take this course.
Course content will include:
An Overview of the Teaching Profession
Classroom Management
Assessment Tools
Lesson Plans
Learning Strategies
Job Search Strategies for Teachers
Diversity in the Classroom
The Implementation of Technology
Classroom Observations
This is a non-credit course with 20 hours of class work and a 4-hour classroom observation requirement. Upon successful completion, students will receive a certificate, as required by the NJ Department of Education, which documents their program completion. The certificate must be included in their CE application packet.
Please visit the NJDOE for upcoming changes and updates:http://www.nj.gov/education/educators/license/ |
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