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Grow with Irving

Irving ISD ELEVATE

Calling all Irving ISD paraprofessionals: It’s time to ELEVATE! 

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and become a certified teacher? Grow with Irving is your opportunity to earn your bachelor’s degree and teaching certification — with tuition paid by Irving ISD!

About the Program

Irving ISD is launching a new cohort for dedicated paraprofessionals like you. Selected participants will:

  • Complete an accelerated bachelor’s degree in Integrated Studies from Indiana Wesleyan University
  • Earn their teaching certificate through Teachworthy
  • Remain employed in Irving ISD while completing the program
  • Be placed in an IISD classroom during coursework
  • Commit to teaching in Irving ISD for at least three years after completion

 

Program Details

This program is designed for motivated, organized paraprofessionals who are ready to balance full-time work with college and certification requirements.

  • A personalized degree plan will outline required courses based on your previous college credits
  • IWU coursework is online, year-round, and delivered in 5-week sessions
  • Irving ISD coursework occurs face-to-face and online, and will earn 27 hours of college credit
  • Complete online certification modules through Teachworthy while continuing in your current IISD role

 

How to Get Started

  1. Attend a required  information session to gain access to the program application.  Session information can be found in the table below.
  2. After participating in an information session, complete the application and submit by 11:59 PM on Monday, February 23.  

Session Date & Time

Session Location

Friday, January 30

7:00 AM - 7:45 AM

Zoom - Click this link to join.

Tuesday, February 3

7:00 AM - 7:45 AM

Zoom - Click this link to join.

Tuesday, February 3

4:30 PM - 5:15 PM

IISD Administration Building - Training Room 3

Monday, February 9

4:30 PM - 5:15 PM

IISD Administration Building - Training Room 1

 

 

*Accepted candidates must complete the FAFSA and submit unofficial transcripts from all previously attended colleges.