This two-year program at TCALC will provide students the opportunity to earn a Washburn University Associate Degree in Education through Washburn Tech, fulfill their high school graduation requirements, and gain hands-on experience as paid classroom apprentices.
AAS in EducationCourses will be conducted in person by TCALC instructors during scheduled class times. The EDU courses offered include:
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Teaching, Learning & Leadership
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Educational Psychology
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Examining Teaching as a Profession 1 & 2
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Whole Child
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Teaching Exceptional Learners
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Special Topics
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Creative Experiences
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Intro to Teaching Field Experience
High School Graduation
Washburn University will provide both online and in-person core courses that will allow students to earn credits applicable to their high school and college transcripts. These will contribute to the credits required for graduation. Students will not attend classes at their home school as part of this program but may be involved in all school activities, including prom and graduation.
Teacher Apprenticeship
Topeka Public Schools will hire students as Youth Teacher Apprentices. This role involves approximately fifteen hours of work per week, with a pay rate of $14 per hour. Most positions will be located in elementary schools, and students will have some flexibility in choosing their placements. As apprentices, students will undergo regular evaluations conducted by their cooperating teachers, the TCALC instructor, and through self-assessment.
Opportunity for Future Employment
Students who successfully complete the Teaching Training Pathway will receive an intent to hire from our Human Resource Department. This letter guarantees a teaching position in Topeka Public Schools upon the attainment of their degree and licensure.
The teaching pathway is supported by Educators Rising.