Paraprofessional to Teacher Reimbursement Grant, Round 2

The Paraprofessional to Teacher Reimbursement Grant is a state-funded initiative by the Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE) aimed at supporting paraprofessionals in Georgia who seek to become certified teachers through the Georgia Teacher Academy for Preparation and Pedagogy (GaTAPP). The grant offers up to $5,000 per candidate to reimburse direct costs associated with completing the GaTAPP program. Eligible applicants are paraprofessionals employed by Georgia Local Education Agencies (LEAs) who have enrolled in GaTAPP on or after January 1, 2023, hold a Georgia Provisional Certificate or Permit, and transition to a Teacher of Record position. The application period is from July 15, 2024, to September 5, 2024.