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Elementary Math Specialist Scholarship

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Funding Amount

$1,000 - $2,000

Deadline

June 1, 2026

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Grant Type

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Overview

Elementary Math Specialist Scholarship

Funder: The Math Learning Center (MLC) in collaboration with the Association of Mathematics Teacher Educators (AMTE)

Purpose: This scholarship program provides financial support to elementary mathematics specialists, teacher leaders, instructional coaches, and teachers seeking to develop expertise in elementary mathematics education.

Award Details:

  • Award Amount: $1,000 - $2,000 per scholarship (historically $1,000, increased to $2,000 by 2017)

  • Number of Awards: Three scholarships awarded annually

  • Total Annual Funding: $3,000 - $6,000

    • Eligibility:

  • Current elementary educators

  • Teachers, teacher leaders, or coaches supporting effective mathematics instruction at classroom, school, district, or state levels

  • Individuals planning to enroll in university coursework to become certified elementary mathematics specialists

    • Focus:

  • Support for coursework leading to certification or specialization in elementary mathematics

  • Enhancement of mathematics knowledge, teaching, and leadership skills

  • Development of educators as elementary mathematics specialists

    • Background:

  • Established by MLC in collaboration with AMTE

  • First announced in 2012

  • Inspired by a column on math specialists written by J. Michael Shaughnessy during his tenure as NCTM President

  • Ongoing program with annual awards

    • Geographic Scope: National (United States)

    Contact: Association of Mathematics Teacher Educators (AMTE) website for application and details

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    Deadline: June 1 (historically also listed as June 15)

    Required Materials:

  • Download application from AMTE website

  • Demonstrated commitment to becoming an elementary mathematics specialist

  • Documentation of planned or current university coursework for mathematics specialist certification

    • Submission:

  • Submit application through AMTE website

  • Electronic submission via AMTE portal

    • Application Focus Areas:

  • Current role and experience as elementary educator

  • Plans for pursuing elementary mathematics specialist certification or credential

  • Description of how the scholarship will support professional development

  • Commitment to advancing mathematics instruction

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