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Registered Apprenticeship Program

Sheldon ISD’s Registered Apprenticeship Program provides non-traditional students—particularly district employees aspiring to become teachers—with the opportunity to earn their degree and teacher certification at little to no cost, supported for up to four years. Launched in 2023 in partnership with EdPathways, the Resident Apprenticeship Teacher Program (RAP) builds a “grow your own” pipeline of highly qualified, dedicated educators, transforming teacher effectiveness while strengthening the district’s instructional workforce.

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Residents share their exciting beginning-of-the-year experiences and valuable advice as they embark on this journey together.

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.

Our Sheldon ISD Apprentices and Residents at Work

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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.