Teacher candidacy
In Pennsylvania, teacher candidacy is a crucial milestone defined by the standards set forth in Title 22, Chapter 49 of the Pennsylvania Code. These regulations outline the essential requirements and competencies for aspiring educators, ensuring they possess the knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed to excel in today’s educational environments. Candidates are assessed on their mastery of subject content, pedagogical skills, and professional ethics as mandated by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE).
Achievement of candidacy status authorizes individuals to progress in their teacher preparation programs, engage in advanced coursework, and participate in intensive field experiences, including student teaching. This structured pathway, guided by Chapter 49 standards, ensures that teacher candidates are prepared to foster positive, inclusive, and effective learning environments, equipped to meet the varied needs of Pennsylvania's students. To help students achieve this status, the Saint Vincent College Education Department has put in place a set of guidelines and application process.
In order to be formally admitted into teacher candidacy, the following must be met:
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Achievement of candidacy status authorizes individuals to progress in their teacher preparation programs, engage in advanced coursework, and participate in intensive field experiences, including student teaching. This structured pathway, guided by Chapter 49 standards, ensures that teacher candidates are prepared to foster positive, inclusive, and effective learning environments, equipped to meet the varied needs of Pennsylvania's students. To help students achieve this status, the Saint Vincent College Education Department has put in place a set of guidelines and application process.
In order to be formally admitted into teacher candidacy, the following must be met:
- Candidates are required to complete a minimum of 48 credits in general education and content area coursework.
- Candidates must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher to be considered for candidacy.
- Candidates must have earned 3 credits in college-level English Composition; 3 credits in college-level writing, and 6 credits in college-level mathematics.
- Candidates must earn at least a B- in ED-205 Strategies and Techniques of Instruction.
- Candidates must have up-to-date, clean clearances on file in the Education Department (Act 126, Act 24, Act 34, Act 151, Act 114, TB Screening)
- Candidates must demonstrate proficiency on the disposition evaluation.
- Candidates must demonstrate competency in the Pennsylvania Core Standards and PA School Code requirements.
- Candidates must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.8 throughout the program to remain eligible for teacher candidacy.
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Applying for Teacher Candidacy
Application Deadlines: October 31 for Fall Registration; March 30 for Spring Registration Your advisor will not accept an incomplete application. Please follow directions listed on the back of this application.
Directions for Submitting this Application
1. Read/Review the entire application and directions. If you meet all requirements, complete the application. If you do not meet all requirements, do not complete the application.
2. Read and complete each block on the application. Follow directions for each block as indicated in the “Criteria/Documentation” column. Initial in the “student” column as you complete each block.
3. Arrange packet with application on top, followed by documentation in this order: 1 copy of your SVC Audit, Act 24 Clearance, Criminal Background Clearance, Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Verification Form, Proof of TB test. Remember to submit clear photocopies of all documents ... always keep originals!
4. Meet with your advisor to review your application packet, verify dates and content, have your advisor initial each block in the “advisor” column and sign your application.
5. Take completed & signed application to the Department Secretary in the office of your major department.
Directions for Submitting this Application
1. Read/Review the entire application and directions. If you meet all requirements, complete the application. If you do not meet all requirements, do not complete the application.
2. Read and complete each block on the application. Follow directions for each block as indicated in the “Criteria/Documentation” column. Initial in the “student” column as you complete each block.
3. Arrange packet with application on top, followed by documentation in this order: 1 copy of your SVC Audit, Act 24 Clearance, Criminal Background Clearance, Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Verification Form, Proof of TB test. Remember to submit clear photocopies of all documents ... always keep originals!
4. Meet with your advisor to review your application packet, verify dates and content, have your advisor initial each block in the “advisor” column and sign your application.
5. Take completed & signed application to the Department Secretary in the office of your major department.
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