Document Type
Article
Publication Date
11-22-2024
Abstract
Paraprofessionals remain a rich resource for our children and our school communities. Teacher education programs that have sought to provide pathways to teaching certification for paraprofessionals recognize this. Over the last 25 years, research has shown well-documented models for programs and strategies that support candidates in these programs, as well as the obstacles and challenges those programs and participants face. This article presents a descriptive case study of the first three years of a para-to-teacher program, across three cohorts of participants at a small liberal arts institution. Implications for best practices tied to collaborative leadership, relational approaches, and collaborative program evaluation are discussed.
Published In
Griner, A. C. & Wellman, D. K. (2024). Effective support strategies serving diverse teacher candidates in paraprofessional teacher education programs. International Journal of Teacher Education and Professional Development (IJTEPD). 7(1), 1-19. https://doi.org/10.4018/IJTEPD.361239
Publication Title
International Journal of Teacher Education and Professional Development
ISSN
2572-4878
DOI
10.4018/IJTEPD.361239