Pathways to Career Opportunities Grant - Teacher Apprenticeship Program
Funding Amount
$5,000,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Pathways to Career Opportunities Grant - Teacher Apprenticeship Program (TAP)
Geographic Scope: Volusia, Flagler, and Brevard counties, Florida
Focus Areas: Teacher education and workforce development; "Grow Your Own Teacher" apprenticeship model
Program Overview:
A $5 million statewide grant funding a Grow Your Own Teacher Apprenticeship Program designed to open the teaching profession to school district employees who are involved in the field but might not otherwise pursue credentialing. The program allows select school district employees to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree while continuing in their full-time positions with their school district, receiving full pay.
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Program Structure:
Contact:
School of Education
Email: GYOTAP@daytonastate.edu
Phone: (386) 506-4373
Camille.Wasick@DaytonaState.edu
How to Apply
Application Process (Step-by-Step)
1. Obtain District Approval: Contact Human Resources for your school district for approval to participate in TAP/GYO program
2. Apply to Daytona State College: Complete the online application and enter:
- Major code (6221 for Elementary Education or 6222 for Exceptional Student Education)
- Desired start term
3. Send Transcripts: Request all official transcripts be sent to the Daytona State College Admissions department
4. Send Test Scores: Send copies of all FTCE scores to B.Simpkins@DaytonaState.edu
5. Contact School of Education: Email Camille.Wasick@DaytonaState.edu to ensure enrollment in correct courses
6. Apply for Financial Aid:
- Complete FAFSA application at Federal Student Aid website
- Contact the Financial Aid Office at DSC for more information
7. Apply for DSC Foundation Scholarships: After completing FAFSA, visit DSC Foundation Scholarship portal and apply for 2025-2026 Foundation Scholarship
8. Apply for Florida Fund for Minority Teacher Scholarship (if applicable):
- Review qualifications at FFMT.org
- Apply directly on FFMT website
- Notify Ana Blaine at Ana.Blaine@DaytonaState.edu
Note: Application fee is waived for approved TAP students but not for GYO students. Contact School of Education office for fee waiver instructions.
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