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Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) provides a challenging and rewarding educational experience for every child. We offer a comprehensive system-wide multicultural curriculum from kindergarten through 12th grade. At every level, the focus is on success for every student. Quality instruction, combined with teacher commitment, provides excellence in our instructional programs. Explore career opportunities with a progressive school system dedicated to providing the very best services to our students, our educators, and our community.
Located on the magnificent Chesapeake Bay, Anne Arundel County is conveniently located near the cities of Baltimore and Washington, D.C., and is home to the state capitol, Annapolis, which has a rich historical past. Notable landmarks include the United State Naval Academy, Fort George G. Meade, the National Security Agency, and Baltimore Washington International Airport. The county encompasses urban, suburban, and rural areas, with 432 miles of tidal shoreline. Fine dining, state parks, major cultural attractions, the best in entertainment and professional sports are within easy access to our central location.
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University Partnership Program - Special Education AACPS/Notre Dame of Maryland University
This application is for the University Partnership Program for Special Education. If you are interested in this licensure program for special educators, you can learn more on our website,
The University Partnership Program in Special Education is a two-year program that provides support to career changers who are interested in becoming Special Education Teachers in Elementary or Secondary Education. The program is in partnership with the Notre Dame of Maryland University (NDMU) and the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). Those accepted into this program will attend classes and participate in an internship during the summer months and will be placed in a classroom in August. Candidates who successfully complete this program will emerge with a state-approved Licensure in the area of Special Education with the option of a General Education license.
Candidates interested in this program must meet the following criteria:

• Bachelor's degree (may not be in Education) - your transcripts will be reviewed by the Notre Dame of Maryland University (NDMU) to determine if your completed course work is best suited to pursue licensure in Elementary or Secondary Education

• An average of "B" or better in qualifying courses

• Passing scores on CORE Praxis I, Praxis II in an academic content area, Special Education, TRE-Reading and edTPA during the two-year program

• Interest in teaching Special Education students

• Commitment to teach in Anne Arundel County Public Schools for two years upon completion of the program

• This program is limited to a cohort of 20 individuals. All applicants must submit a complete application package that will be reviewed by AACPS and Notre Dame of Maryland University representatives for accuracy, validity, and quality. Candidates will then be selected for an interview with a screening committee.

• The application process is available for candidates beginning in October. The screening interviews are held in March and selected candidates will be notified by the middle of May.

For additional information about this program, please go to the Special Education website:
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