Registered Apprenticeship Program
Why should I choose Sheldon ISD Registered Apprenticeship Program?
Learn more about the benefits of becoming a Sheldon ISD Registered Apprentice through the Brazosport ISD model. As you level up through your college courses of little to no cost you will also get the advantages of educational support systems like on-the-job-training with a Multi Classroom Leader and Success Coach Coordinator.
The Resident Apprenticeship Teacher Program (RAP) is designed to transform teacher effectiveness and efficacy by developing a pipeline of highly qualified, dedicated, and effective teachers from within Sheldon ISD.
Through comprehensive support, tailored development, and practical experience, RAP aims to cultivate educators and build capacity that will drive student success and contribute to the thriving educational community of Sheldon ISD.
Sheldon ISD recognizes the need to create opportunities for nontraditional students to earn their bachelor’s degree and teacher certification as part of its recruiting design. The Apprenticeship Program will be able to address current employment needs while providing a “grow your own” concept for individuals with a desire to enter the teaching profession. Candidates will be able to receive support throughout their journey to becoming a teacher for up to four years of education.
Our beginning year was 2023 in partnership with EdPathways and we're ecstatic to watch the program grow and produce highly effective teachers.
Our Sheldon ISD Apprentices and Residents at Work
Hear from our Sheldon ISD Residents...
Residents share their exciting beginning-of-the-year experiences and valuable advice as they embark on this journey together.
Tell us about the experience of being a RAP MCL [aka Master Teacher]...
RAP Cyclical Benefits
We will integrate hands-on teaching experiences through residency and classroom observations.Additionally we will provide opportunities for both apprentice and residents to apply their learning in real-world educational settings within the district.
RAP Identification and Recruitment
Identify district employees with a passion for teaching and a commitment to student success.Conduct selection processes to ensure the right candidates are chosen for the program.
RAP On Ramps
Apprentices begin the program on one of four on-ramps based on earned college credit hours. Each on-ramp has specific competency-based training requirements and coursework requirements, culminating in a year-long paid teacher residency. In addition to being a full-time employee, the apprenticeship provides a low-cost, no-cost pathway for apprentices to earn a college degree and teacher certification.
Which On Ramp Level Would You Be On?
Qualifications
- Participants must be employed with Sheldon ISD.
- Desire to teach a high need, content base area [Reading, Math, Science, Social Studies]. CTE is not eligible.
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
- Must enroll in a partnering university, college, or alternative certification program upon acceptance of the apprenticeship offer.
- Transfer students will be considered.
Read the following to apply.
Multi Classroom Leaders [Master Teachers]:
Thank you so much for your interest and dedication to supporting our teacher residents. After careful deliberation, we have determined that master teacher positions will be aligned with the specific content and grade-level needs of our residents. Therefore, these positions will be filled by invitation only to ensure the best fit for their development.
We truly appreciate your understanding and your commitment to our program.
Interested Applicants for RAP Apprenticeship:
We are pleased to announce that applications for RAP are open beginning Monday, January 13th to January 31st. Apply here.
To provide more information and answer any questions, we will host a virtual interest meeting shortly after the application period ends.
We wish you the very best in the application process and look forward to the possibility of welcoming you to our program!
University Partnerships
Contact Information
For more information, contact Director of Human Resources Eugene Williams at eugenewilliams@sheldonisd.com
For professional development and instructional training information, contact our Success Coach Coordinator, Tamika Bartley at tamikabartley@sheldonisd.com
Meet Your Success Coach Coordinator
Tamika Bartley is best known for being a lover of life and all things creative. She is currently in year 20 of Education and has spent the majority of her career promoting and advocating Literacy. Mrs. Bartley has represented Sheldon ISD as the RLA Curriculum Coordinator for Secondary middle schools. Married for 23 years with 3 children, she very much enjoys traveling with family and friends, dancing (although she really can’t), reading, new experiences, and shopping. Tamika has accumulated many awards over the years, although she believes the real reward is in the journey.
- Teacher of the Year – Humble ISD 2012-2013
- One Girl Ambassador, Sierra Leone, Africa 2018
- Harris County Dept. of Education/Ron Clark Academy Event Ambassador 2020-2021
- Fearless Female Educator of Excellence 2022
- Local Legends for the community of Humble by Xplosive Athletics 2023
- TCTELA Mercedes Bonner Leadership Award 2024
- Co-authored: Guidance on the Implementation of African American Studies Course Delivery in Texas High School Classroom
Mrs. Bartley is thrilled to be Sheldon ISD Success Coach Coordinator because she once was a paraeducator, currently an enthused educator and understands that students are as exemplary as their teachers.