SCPS: Pathways to Teaching
Thanks to Rollins’ Pathways to Teaching program, Seminole County Public Schools employees can complete a bachelor of arts in elementary education or a master of arts in teaching: elementary education with K-12 Reading and ESOL Endorsements and become a certified teacher while continuing to work in the school system.
Take advantage of a range of exclusive benefits as well as Rollins’ personalized support to earn your education degree and take the lead in a classroom of your own.
A Proven Path
Join the ranks of Rollins Pathways to Teaching graduates who are now leading classrooms of their own.
- 95%
graduation rate
- 100%
job placement rate
- $2,500
annual Rollins scholarship
Scholarship & SCPS Employee Benefits
- $2,500 annual Rollins scholarship
- Textbooks and laptop computer provided during program
- Rollins stipend provided during required teaching internship
- Job prospects with SCPS
- $450 stipend for FTCE exam costs and tutoring
Your Perfect Path to a Classroom of Your Own
The Pathways to Teaching program offers SCPS employees like you a custom-made track tailored to fit your schedule and your needs.
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Designed to Fit Your Life
Our custom-made track is tailored to your schedule and needs with evening classes that blend the best of in-person and online learning.
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Personalized Learning Environment
Our small class sizes and cohort-based approach ensure you’ll receive individualized attention from expert faculty and learn from the varied backgrounds and perspectives of your fellow students.
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Surrounded by Support
From a dedicated advisor to free tutoring and career services throughout the program, you’ll be surrounded by support and guidance at every turn.
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Essential Experience
Continue to earn income during the required internship component of the course, which provides a semester of hands-on teaching experience.
“I didn’t want to earn my education degree from just any college. I wanted substance, personal attention, and value, and I knew I’d get that at Rollins, where the faculty are so strong and there’s such a sense of community. The program exceeded my expectations and then some.”
Connect With a Counselor
Schedule a chat with an admission counselor to learn more about the program and get a head-start on your application.
Connect With a CounselorStreamlined Admission
We’re clearing the path to a degree and a classroom of your own. We've waived the application fee and standardized tests requirements, and you’re guaranteed admission with a 2.5 GPA.
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Apply to Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education
Start an application and take the first toward a bachelor’s degree in elementary education.
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Apply to Master of Arts in Teaching: Elementary Education
Start an application and master the art of teaching at Rollins.
