Paraprofessional to Teacher Reimbursement Grant, Round 2
This state-funded initiative provides financial support to Georgia paraprofessionals pursuing certification as teachers through a specific training program, helping cover their educational expenses.
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.
Award Range
Not specified - $5,000
Total Program Funding
$5,000,000
Number of Awards
Not specified
Matching Requirement
No
Additional Details
Reimbursement is for the actual cost of GaTAPP program completion per candidate.
Eligible Applicants
Additional Requirements
Local Education Agencies (LEAs) Applications will only be accepted from Georgia LEAs. Applications must be made on behalf of eligible candidates meeting the following requirements: Eligible candidates for reimbursement funds must be teachers who meet the following criteria: • Employed in a teaching position by a regionally accredited LEA or an approved charter school. • Hold a Georgia Provisional Certificate or Permit. • Enrolled in GaTAPP on or after January 1, 2023.
Geographic Eligibility
All
Application Opens
Not specified
Application Closes
Not specified
Grantor
Darryl Felker
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