Arkansas Alternative Teacher Certification

Arkansas Teacher Certification in Three Simple Steps

We understand that you are busy, and traditional education can be expensive, so iteach created an alternative teaching certification program that allows you to complete your coursework on your own schedule at an affordable price. Our accredited program has certified over 17,000 teachers and prepared them for the classroom. You could be next!

1. APPLY ONLINE

You can get started today by completing an online application in as little as 10 minutes. It’s free to apply and once you are accepted, it’s just $99 to enroll!

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2. TRAIN

 Start your training and be qualified to teach in as few as six weeks. Continue your coursework while teaching with full pay during your residency.

3. TEACH

Imagine a rewarding career as a teacher impacting the lives of your students! iteach is trusted and respected by school districts and prepares you to be confident in the classroom.

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Arkansas Teacher Certification Guide

At iteach, our goal is to make teacher certification as simple as possible for you. There are several steps you must take to get your certification. With this guide, we hope to simplify the process on your journey to success. Enter your name and email to get the guide now.

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Ready to Get Started?

Review program admissions requirements and apply online. It is free to apply and, once all of your materials are submitted, we’ll let you know if you are accepted within three business days.

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Application

The first step is to complete the online application and submit the required documents to the iteach Admissions office. Send official transcripts to [email protected].

Enrollment

Once you have applied and submitted the required admission documents, you may be accepted into the Arkansas teacher certification program. Once enrolled in the program, you have immediate access to the next online course.

iteach Arkansas offers seven online instructional courses that are designed to prepare you to be an excellent classroom teacher. The courses are self-paced and asynchronous; you can login to complete them at any time, from anywhere.

The courses are written by experienced educational experts and are designed to be teacher-friendly and practical. Each course is taken in sequence; you cannot begin your next course until your current one is complete.

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Praxis II Subject Exams

iteach Arkansas offers certification in middle and high school certification areas. You must submit at least one Praxis II passing score (in the area below) in order to be eligible for hire.

To learn more about the exams and verify the correct test number please visit the ETS website.

Middle School (4-8)
Middle School English
Middle School Mathematics
Middle School Science
Middle School Social Studies

Secondary (7-12)
Agriculture
Science – Biology
Science – Chemistry
Science – Physics
English
Family and Consumer Science
Marketing Technology
Mathematics
Social Studies
Technology Education – Industrial Technology
Theatre/Drama

All Level (K-12)
Art
Computer Science (4-12)
Business Education (4-12)
Foreign Language – French
Foreign Language – Chinese
Foreign Language – Latin
Foreign Language – Russian
Foreign Language – German
Foreign Language – Japanese
Foreign Language – Spanish
Music – Instrumental
Music – Vocal
Physical Education and Health

Training Begins Immediately

Training with iteach Arkansas begins immediately upon enrollment. You can complete the following online, competency-based courses at your own pace (anytime, anywhere).

Instructional Courses

  • TCAR 5000 – Professional Learning and the Path to Certification
  • TCAR 5100 – Learning Environment
  • TCAR 5200 – Learner Development
  • TCAR 5300 – Planning Instruction and Assessments
  • TCAR  5400 – Literacy and 21st Century Instruction
  • TCAR 5500 – Curricular Adaptation for Special Needs Students
  • TCAR 5600 – Diverse Student Populations, English Language Learners and Bilingual Students

Field Experience Courses

  • TCAR  5700 – The Classroom Teaching Experience

 

GET HIRED!

You will complete a one-year (two semesters) paid residency during which time you are employed full time as a teacher in your content field. In this position, you receive the salary and benefits of a first-year teacher. Complete course TCAR 5700, a residency-specific course, during your first year in the classroom.

HOW TO PREPARE FOR RESIDENCY

You must secure your own internship position through the district application/interview process. Prior to accessing your intent to hire form TCAR 5100 must be completed. You may obtain a job placement in any public, charter or recognized private school. (http://www.ansaa.com/member-schools.html)

SUPERVISION DURING RESIDENCY

During the residency, you will be assigned a supervisor who will make periodic classroom visits and work closely with the campus administration to ensure a successful teaching experience for you.

What People Are Saying…

Libby, a high school teacher from Texas, talks with ABC News about how iteach gave her the chance to transition from a career in performing arts to achieving her dream of teaching dance.

“If I had decided to go back to a college for education, it would have taken me years to finish with multiple student loans and thousands of dollars. iteach was an affordable way to get into the classroom. I love being a teacher. If anyone has ever considered being a teacher, this is a great opportunity for them.” – Libby Claycomb

Simple Payment Plan

Our program is $99 to enroll and $99 a month while you are taking your coursework. Once you begin your two-semester field experience your payments will increase. We take the balance of your account and divide them into 8-10 equal interest-free monthly payments.

 

We have partnered with Passage Preparation and the Teaching Channel so you have access to both resources as part of your iteach payment plan for teacher certification.

With our program you can begin teaching in a short time with the support of your supervisor and the iteach team of educators cheering you on to success!

iteach Arkansas Total Cost

$4,399total cost

Application Fee $0
Enrollment Fee $99
Monthly While Enrolled $99
Teaching Channel $0
Test Prep $0