What is NEPP?
The NEPP is a comprehensive program for individuals with a bachelor's degree or higher in fields other than education who have a desire to become certified teachers.
- Participants work full-time as a "teacher of record" throughout the program
- Mentoring and coaching are provided in tandem with online coursework
- Course work is delivered through asynchronously online modules that are delivered online via Canvas (Learning Management System- LMS)
- Each course includes explicit State aligned strategies that will support learning
Who Can Apply?
Individuals interested in a career in teaching, who have a bachelor's degree are eligible to apply.
Florida Requirements
Elementary Education
- I have a Statement of Eligibility (SOE} you cannot be accepted to NEPP without a SOE. or
- I have not applied for my SOE. I have a transcript of my conferred degree and a 2.5 GPA. Based on an individual evaluation of your documents, NEPP can offer suggested next steps.
- I want to apply for NEPP, but my statement says I am “Ineligibility” (based on your SOI you may be able to take a subject area test and reapply for a SOE).
Secondary Education
- I have a Graduate degree from an accredited postsecondary educational institution in the subject or related field in which I am pursuing certification. I will provide my transcripts.
- I have a Statement of Eligibility (SOE} you cannot be accepted to NEPP without a SOE. or
- I have not applied for my SOE. I have a transcript of my conferred degree and a 2.5 GPA. Based on an individual evaluation of your documents, NEPP can offer suggested next steps.
- I want to apply for NEPP, but my statement says I am “Ineligibility” (based on your SOI you may be able to take a subject area test and reapply for a SOE).
How to begin in Florida
1.
Obtain a statement of eligibility
2.
Submit program application and required documents
3.
If accepted, complete the NEI enrollment agreement
Indiana Requirements
Elementary Education
Candidates, please check your path to entry (College Transcripts are required prior an acceptance letter being issued)
- Baccalaureate degree from an accredited postsecondary educational institution with a grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0-point scale: or
- Both a baccalaureate degree from an accredited postsecondary educational institution with a grade point average of at least 2.50 on a 4.0 scale, and five (5) years of professional experience; or
- Both a baccalaureate degree from an accredited postsecondary educational institution, and proof of passing state approved content area examination(s) in the subject area.
Secondary Education
Candidates, please check your path to entry (attach supporting evidence to the back of this packet):
- Baccalaureate degree from an accredited postsecondary educational institution in the subject that the individual intends to teach with a grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0-point scale: or
- Graduate degree from an accredited postsecondary educational institution in the subject or related field in which the person wants to teach; or
- Both a baccalaureate degree from an accredited postsecondary educational institution in the subject area that the individual intends to teach with a grade point average of at least 2.50 on a 4.0 scale, and five (5) years of professional experience; or
- Both a baccalaureate degree from an accredited postsecondary educational institution, and proof of passing state approved content area examination(s) in the subject area.
Additional requirements must be met prior to starting the program. Evidence of completion must be submitted.
How to begin in Indiana
1.
Submit program application and required documents
2.
If accepted, complete the NEI enrollment agreement
3.
NEI will issue a letter of acceptance
4.
Apply for your Transition to Teaching License
Tennessee - ACHIEVEMENT School district
Noble Education Initiative's (NEI) New Educator Prep Program (NEPP) is an approved Out-of-State Educator Preparation Program for Achievement School District teachers.
Why chose Noble Education Initiative’s New Educator Preparation Program (NEPP)?
- Once NEPP enrollment is complete a permit can be upgrade to a practitioner’s license
- Once NEPP enrollment is complete a candidate can be issued a practitioner's license with proof of enrollment and a passing score on the required Praxis endorsement
- Review the chart below for a list of required Praxis exams that DO NOT need to be taken prior to acceptance
The Mentors and Coaches are trained utilizing the NEI coaching model. The model focuses on collaboration with a growth mindset in tandem with actionable feedback
Candidates have direct access to their Mentor and Instructional Coach
Assignments are practical and relevant to the candidates current teaching position
The partnership between NEI and Tennessee Achievement School District (ASD) enables us to offer the following endorsements:
1. Elementary Education K-5
2. Special Education/ Comprehensive K-12
3. Special Education Interventionist K-8
4. Special Education Interventionist 6-12
5. Middle Grades Social Studies 6-8
6. Middle Grades ELA 6 - 8
7. Middle Grades Science 6 -8
8. Middle Grades Math 6 -8
9. English 6-12
10. Geography 6-12
11. Government 6-12
12. History 6-12
13. Mathematics 6-12
14. Biology 6-12
15. Chemistry 6-12
16. Earth Space Science 6-12
17. Physics 6-12
18. Psychology 9-12
19. Sociology 9-12
20. Spanish 6-12 or Pre K-12
21. Speech Communication 6-12
22. Visual Arts K-12
23. Physical Education K - 12
24. Music (Vocal/Gen) or Music K12
Modules are aligned to each states' Professional Teaching Competencies
Online course work is interactive including videos, articles and opportunities for reflection
NEPP EXAM STUDY PREP
New Educator Prep 240 Tutoring Program (NEPTP) Includes:
Assistance is setting up a TN Compass Account
Support to ensure proper documents are uploaded
Direction in deciding which endorsement to pursue
Guidance in scheduling appropriate Praxis exam
30 days of unlimited access to 240 TUTORING Praxis exam Series
Instructional Content - A digital textbook that includes embedded concept videos
Flashcards - Test understand of key vocabulary, dates, theories, and more
Quizzes - Multiple choice quizzes with immediate feedback on the incorrect and correct answers
Apply for our NEw Educator Prep Program today!
If you want to join NEI's New Educator Prep Program, fill out the application form below or email your application questions to: NEPP@NobleEducationInitiative.com
