What is The Teacher Connection?
The Teacher Connection is a program that supports and encourages teaching as a profession. It identifies, connects and supports individuals as they work toward careers in teaching. It reflects a commitment between the Cave Creek Unified School District, Deer Valley Unified School District, Paradise Valley Unified School District, Paradise Valley Community College, and the ASU College of Teacher Education and Leadership at the West campus to inspire students to explore, pursue, and excel in teaching careers.

How will the program help me?
If you are interested in teaching, this program will provide you with opportunities to fully explore teaching as a career. Through a network of experiences and support services – field trips, workshops, advising sessions, and internships – you will have the opportunity to explore and evaluate the benefits and challenges of the teaching profession. The program helps clarify the teaching career choice, identifies financial resources for a college education, and provides professional and peer support. Students who successfully complete the program, obtain an Arizona teaching certificate, and have favorable recommendations from cooperating teachers and faculty will be invited to participate in priority interviews for teaching

Is there a program membership fee?
There are no costs to join.

Who should apply?
Everyone who is interested in the teaching profession and planning on continuing their education at ASU College of Teacher Education and Leadership at the West campus.

How will The Teacher Connection participants be chosen?
Participants will be chosen based on information provided in their application materials.

What is the deadline and how do I apply?
Applications for The Teacher Connection are accepted throughout the year. Letters of acceptance are sent via U.S. mail. Students are notified of an orientation for the program and are expected to attend to activate their membership in The Teacher Connection.

What if I want to talk to someone before applying to the Teacher Connection?

The following are representatives who can help you learn more about The Teacher Connection:

The Teacher Connection is a partnership program between Cave Creek Unified School District, Deer Valley Unified School District, Paradise Valley Unified School District, Paradise Valley Community College ASU College of Teacher Education and Leadership.