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What is the difference between the PLACE exam and the PRAXIS II Exam? Both are content area assessment tests. PLACE was designed and developed for Colorado. Praxis II is a nationwide test. Recently, Colorado started accepting Praxis II. The content area in which you choose to test (Elementary Education or Early Childhood Education) will determine your area of licensure. PLACE exam Praxis II exam You can register online: You can register online: www.place.nesinc.com www.ets.org/praxis/prxdates.html or by phone: 413-256-2885 or by phone: 609-771-7395 Tests accepted by our program: Test accepted by our program: Elementary Education (test 01) Elementary Education (test #0014) or Early Childhood Education (test 02) 4. Order your official transcripts. For ECE candidates, transcripts will be evaluated for coursework in the following subject areas: Early Childhood Education License English Literature (3 semester hrs.) English Composition (3 semester hrs.) Mathematics (3 semester hrs.) Natural Sciences (3 semester hrs.) Social Studies (3 semester hrs.) Arts/Humanities (3 semester hrs.) Physical Education/Health (3 semester hrs.) Early Childhood Development (3 semester hrs.) **Coursework Requirements If you currently have not taken all the required coursework, you may fulfill this requirement by either taking a 3-credit hour course from any accredited college, or you may test out by taking the CLEP (College-Level Examination Program) or the DSST (DANTES Subject Standardized Tests) in the subject area needed. CLEP website: www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/clep/about.html DSST website: www.getcollegecredit.com CDE will notify you if any additional coursework is required. Please make up any deficiency as soon as possible. Note that life skills are also taken into consideration by the State review board as well as high school AP classes. Cover letter, resume, and work experiences that pertain to your licensure area may be added to help determine if you meet the necessary coursework. Include course descriptions for courses that need clarification (i.e. engineering classes, humanities classes, or seminars), but CDE asks that you do not send the entire course catalog. **Please note: It may take 10-12 weeks for the transcript evaluation. We encourage you to order transcripts and begin this application process immediately. **For additional information, please call or email the Alternative Teacher Licensing Unit at CDE: email: educator.licensing@cde.state.co.us phone: 303-866-6722
Stanley BPS Teacher Preparation Program Application You do NOT need to wait for the CDE or PLACE or Praxis test results to apply to the Stanley British Primary School Teacher Preparation Program. Results from the CDE and testing facilities may take up to 10-12 weeks. Please plan accordingly AND check on the status of your application with CDE on a regular basis. Tours Teacher Preparation Program tours are given monthly; applicants are highly encouraged to schedule a tour prior to the spring interviews. Please contact Gina Bernacchi at 303- 360-0803, ext. 183 to schedule a tour prior to the spring interviews. Candidates who are chosen for an interview must be willing to visit Stanley British Primary School at his or her own expense for interview dates in February or March. Application Information Please visit our website (www.stanleybps.org) to download the application for the 2011-2012 school year, or contact the Program Coordinator for additional information: Gina Bernacchi Stanley British Primary School phone: (303) 360-0803, ext. 183 350 Quebec St. email: gina@stanleybps.org Denver, CO 80230 Application Deadline: February 1, 2011 Qualifications Applicants must: • Hold a Bachelor’s degree • Submit Stanley BPS Teacher Preparation Program application • Submit CDE Alternative Licensure application • Demonstrate effective communication skills • Attend a tour to meet program staff and obtain program information **Some experience working with children is desirable but not required Selection Final selection is based on a number of factors, including an interview, observation in the classroom, written and verbal skills, potential contribution to the group experience, and Statement of Eligibility (SOE) from the Colorado Department of Education. Stanley British Primary School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or national origin.
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