Teaching Academy
Pathway
Teaching Academy
Uplift’s Teaching Academy is a Career Technical Education (CTE) program that provides high school students with coursework and hands-on experience to be prepared to go to college and become a teacher. With our Teaching Academy Pathway, students have the opportunity to earn an Associate of Arts in Teaching in Secondary or Elementary Education with Truman College and then continue on to earn their Bachelor's degree at a college or university.
This program may begin sophomore year and includes the opportunity for dual enrollment college courses through City Colleges of Chicago (primarily) Truman College Through a series of courses, which will include teaching and learning, child development, philosophy of education and educational psychology, as well as practical experience, Teaching Academy students work directly with our MTSS team, our Restorative Justice Culture Practitioner, Parrish Brown Jr, and neighboring elementary schools to engage in tutoring and teaching opportunities.
Our Teaching Academy is creating a state of the art classroom with resources and technology to prepare our students to become teaching the future of education.
We remind our students that "Teaching is the profession that teaches all the other professions" (- Unknown) and through this program they will gain the knowledge, skill, experience, and support to enter into the field of education.
Program Highlights
Early
Start
Kickstart your journey into the purposeful and engaging world of Education/Teaching in 10th grade, opening doors to advanced learning opportunities.
Comprehensive Curriculum
Dive into a carefully curated course list through CCC, meticulously crafted to build a robust foundation for a successful career in Education.
Real-World Experience
Embark on an enriching internship opportunity starting after your sophomore year, complemented by college classes, to gain invaluable industry experience.
Pathway
Partners
Leverage our partnerships with esteemed schools like McCutcheon Elementary, gaining exposure to the latest programs and best practices in Education.
Degree and Certification
Aim for an Education/Teaching CTE Certificate + 15 College Credits at National Louis University, setting a strong academic and professional benchmark.
Empowering Future Educators
Program Benefits
Our program goes beyond the classroom; it's about shaping tomorrow's leaders in education. Through collaboration with McCutcheon Elementary, students immerse themselves in diverse teaching environments while exploring a range of career paths in education, from becoming a teacher to roles in school administration. Join us in shaping the future of education.
- Career Readiness: Prepare for careers in Education such as Teacher, Classroom Assistant, School staff, Human Resources - Training and Development, and more.
- Advanced Learning: Gain an early advantage with college-level courses, laying the groundwork for a successful career while still in high school.
- Hands-On Experience: Learn by doing through internship opportunities that offer real-world applications of your classroom knowledge.
