University of Southern Maine
Education and
Human Development
EXTENDED TEACHER
EDUCATION PROGRAM (ETEP)
2012-2013 Application Guide
EXTENDED TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAM (ETEP)
....…………………………………..Quick Facts..…………………………………….
Contacts:
Department of Teacher Education
Patricia Mew, Teacher Education Advisor
8 Bailey Hall
Tel: (207) 780-5413
FAX: (207) 780-5315
Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
http://usm.maine.edu/teacher-education
USM Graduate Admissions Office
45 Exeter Street
Portland, Maine 04104
TEL: (207) 780-4386 or (800) 800-4USM, ext. 4386
TTY: (207) 780-5646
FAX: (207) 780-4969
Email: [email protected]
http://usm.maine.edu/grad
ETEP Application Deadlines
First round:
January 9 (Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply for first round)
Second round:
March 8
After March 8 until May 31
Applications may be accepted on a space-available basis.
Check ETEP website for program status:
http://usm.maine.edu/teacher-education
Financial Aid Deadlines The priority deadline for the Free Application for Federal Student
Aid) (FAFSA) is February 15, 2013 for the 2013-2014 academic year. http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/
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national origin or citizenship status, age, disability, or veteran's status in employment, education, and all other areas of
the University. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon
request. Questions and complaints about discrimination in any area of the University should be directed to the campus
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Table of Contents
Program Overview ....................................................................................................................................... 1-3
How ETEP Works ............................................................................................................................................4
USM Teacher Certification Standards ...........................................................................................................5
Teaching Certificate Areas ..............................................................................................................................6
Program Options ........................................................................................................................................ 7-12
ETEP Placement Locations ...........................................................................................................................13
Admissions Process and Criteria...................................................................................................................14
Minimum Content-Area Course Requirements ..........................................................................................15
Pre-Professional Skills Test (PPST) / Praxis I .............................................................................................16
Admission Criteria .........................................................................................................................................17
Application Deadlines.....................................................................................................................................18
Application Materials .....................................................................................................................................19
Application Review .........................................................................................................................................20
Admissions Timeline ......................................................................................................................................21
Tuition And Other Financial Information ...................................................................................................22
Financial Aid and Other Funding Sources............................................................................................. 23-24
Health Insurance For Students .....................................................................................................................25
Program Selection Form…………………………………………………………………………………….26
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September 2012
Greetings!
We at USM are delighted that you are considering preparing for a teaching career through the
Extended Teacher Education Program (ETEP).
ETEP is a nationally-recognized program that will prepare you both for the classroom and for
teacher certification. My job is to help you understand the ETEP options, see how it can be possible
for you to join us, and navigate through the sometimes confusing details of the admission process.
This handbook will give you a complete description of the various ETEP options and the
application process. It also contains some financial information. Please take the time to read
through this handbook thoroughly as it is your guide to applying for ETEP.
While we intend this handbook to be comprehensive and answer the questions you may have, it is
possible that not all your questions will be answered here. I welcome your telephone calls or emails
seeking clarification about the process and your next steps.
Once you decide that ETEP is for you, you should begin the application process. An important first
step is to schedule the Praxis I (PPST) exam, an admissions requirement. This is a general
knowledge test covering reading, writing and math. Scheduling appointments at testing centers can
be difficult, so make a point to register soon. (See page 16 for further details.)
I recommend that you submit your application during the first round of admissions review, that is,
by January 9, 2013. ETEP is competitive and your success as a candidate is much greater if you
submit a complete application for the first-round. (Required materials are listed on page 19.)
Finally, I invite you to send me a copy of your transcript (noting your desired certification area) at
any time. With your transcript, I can determine whether you are missing any coursework you need
to complete before you begin ETEP.
I look forward to hearing from you!
All the best,
Patricia Mew
Education Advisor, Teacher Education Department
8 Bailey Hall, Gorham campus
207-780-5413 [email protected]
EXTENDED TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAM (ETEP) Application Guide
1. Thumbnail Sketch
The Extended Teacher Education Program (ETEP)
provides all of the education courses and
student teaching needed for certification in the state
of Maine for elementary and middle level education
(K-8); foreign language (K-12); English;
mathematics; life and physical sciences; and social
studies at the secondary level (7-12). ETEP also
offers an option for dual certification in general ed.
and either special ed. in either K-8 or 7-12.
A Variety of Certification Options for
Students
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Characteristics of Successful Applicants
Nine-Month Pathway: a full-time
elementary or secondary certification
program, beginning in mid-August and
ending in mid- May leading to an M.S.Ed.
(33 credits).
Dual Certification Pathway:
o
Bailey Hall on the Gorham Campus
Elementary K-8: Year One provides
K-8 general education certification;
Year Two provides K-8 special
education and an M.S.Ed. (60 Credits).
o Secondary 7-12: Year One provides 712 certification in a selected content
area or K-12 certification in a foreign
language. Year Two provides 7-12
special education certification, and an
M.S.Ed. (54 credits).
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Excellence in the completion of an
undergraduate degree in an appropriate
academic discipline
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Prior experiences working with children
in instructional situations
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Learner-centered educational philosophy
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Self-knowledge, maturity, and sensitivity
toward others
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Ability to adapt to, and learn from, new
and challenging situations
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Demonstrated written and oral
communication skills
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Successful performance on the Praxis I
teacher certification examination
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Commitment to equitable learning
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2. What is ETEP?
School Partnerships
The Extended Teacher Education Program
(ETEP) is a graduate-level teacher education
program that leads to elementary, secondary,
certification with or without special
education, and a master’s degree.
ETEP was created in 1990 in close
collaboration with southern Maine school
districts and has remained well-connected to
school partners. School and university faculty
join together in planning and supervising
internships, teaching courses, and mentoring
interns. Each partner school has its own
priorities and culture that influence program
experiences and highlight the unique
characteristics of member districts. This
relationship has kept the program vital and
relevant.
Devoted to instilling a commitment to
equitable and engaging learning, the faculty
works closely with school partners to ensure
that prospective teachers are competent,
caring, and qualified.
Professional Accreditation
Program Advantages
The programs offered by the Teacher
Education Department are fully accredited by
the Teacher Education Accreditation Council
(TEAC). In addition, ETEP is approved by
the Maine Department of Education.
Intensive Mentored Internships
Throughout the entire internship year(s) –
ETEP interns are placed in K-12 classrooms
with experienced teachers. These classrooms
serve as “learning laboratories” where interns
can practice the ideas and concepts they are
studying in their professional teaching courses
and learn the essentials of classroom
management, instructional planning,
responsive teaching, and the ongoing
assessment of student learning.
National Recognition
In April 2000, ETEP was featured in
U.S. News and World Report as a high-quality
program for “career switchers.”
ETEP is featured in teacher-education scholar
Linda Darling-Hammond’s Powerful Teacher
Education: Lessons from Exemplary
Programs (Jossey-Bass, 2006)
Personalized and Supportive Learning
Teacher candidates are organized into cohort
groups of 15-20. These groups work closely
with faculty and school-based site
coordinators, take classes together, and
provide an ongoing network for interactive
learning and support.
The USM Teacher Education Department, in
cooperation with the Southern Maine
Partnership, is a founding member of the
National Network for Educational Renewal
(NNER), a national organization fostering
school-university partnerships and the
democratic purposes of education.
We love to hire ETEP graduates because they are so
well-prepared for the real world of classroom life.
Sandy Prince
Superintendent
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TED Equity Framework
3. Teacher Education Department (TED)
The TED faculty is committed to providing an
equitable experience for our interns and
enabling our interns to do the same for their
students. Equity means that
Our Mission
We seek to foster respectful and collaborative
learning communities, well-informed
decision-making, valid reasoning, and a
concern for equity and social justice in the
fields of education and human development.
Core Practices

All students are sufficiently supported, as
needed, in their paths to success

No student is denied educational
opportunities based on assumptions about
his or her race, cultural or ethnic heritage,
gender, class, ability, or any other aspect
of diversity

Teachers develop a climate of mutual
understanding, celebration, and positive
response inclusive of all individuals and
worldviews.
Inquiry: Continually examining beliefs and
practices and acting upon findings to improve
teaching and learning
Opportunity to learn: Providing a variety of
accessible learning experiences that attend
fairly to learners’ strengths, needs, and
interests
High Expectations: Establishing and
communicating clear,
challenging, and attainable
ETEP is the perfect choice for someone who is interested in pursing a
standards for all learners
career in education. This program will stretch you as a person,
Pedagogical Content
Knowledge: Integrating teaching
knowledge and disciplinary
knowledge to foster and support
professional expertise
student, and future teacher. You can feel confident that you will leave
with the tools necessary to become an effective educator.
Kim Fotter
ETEP completer and mentor teacher
In order to realize equity, we understand that
Formative Assessment: Using multiple
sources of information, including
performance-based assessments, to make
valid inferences about student learning and
informed instructional decisions
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Each person has cultural identities and
intelligences that are multi-dimensional
and dynamic

Each person brings valuable learning
strengths and experiences to the classroom
and these, rather than perceived deficits,
are the best source for further learning

Motivation and academic success depend
upon feeling safe and cared for, and
having a sense of belonging

Empathetic relationships with others
provide a necessary foundation for healthy
learning communities

There are inequities and power differences
in our society that are often mirrored in
the norms and practices of our schools and
classrooms
Responsiveness: Providing feedback and
adjusting teaching based on growing
understandings about learners and learning
Collegiality: Supporting and refining
teaching and learning through sharing diverse
perspectives and understandings
Scholarship: Creating, studying, critiquing
and applying research related to teaching,
learning, schooling, and teacher education
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4. How ETEP works
State Approved Certification Program
Preparing for ETEP
ETEP provides all necessary requirements for
state certification, combining coursework
with internship (student teaching). Most
courses are offered on the USM Portland or
Gorham campuses or online; internships are
in partner schools in the southern Maine
region. Upon successful completion of the
program, interns are recommended to the state
for licensure. No student will be
recommended for certification until all
program pre-requisites, course work and
testing are successfully completed.
Successful teaching incorporates two types of
competencies: what to teach (academic
knowledge) and how to teach (professional
skills).
In ETEP, these two domains are sequential –
it is necessary to first develop a solid
foundation in an academic field in order to be
prepared to learn to teach that subject.
Therefore, in order to prepare for ETEP, each
prospective student must first complete the
state required academic liberal arts courses
relevant to his or her field.
Beyond Certification
Because ETEP is intended to provide all
professional requirements for certification, no
formal teaching experience is needed before
entering the program. However, it is critical
that applicants have some experience working
with children as evidence that they are
prepared to make an informed commitment to
the teaching profession.
Upon successful completion of the internship
and meeting criteria for continued study,
ETEP interns complete additional credits of
advanced professional study for a Master of
Science in Education – Teaching and
Learning (M.S.Ed.) degree. Other Masters
degree options are available including
Masters of Applied Literacy, Masters of
Applied Literacy, ELL Concentration.
Appropriate activities can include coaching,
mentoring, tutoring, youth group leading,
volunteering or substitute teaching in a local
school, or other relevant experiences.
ETEP Interns
There is no “typical” ETEP intern. Individuals
come to ETEP from a wide variety of
backgrounds and with a broad array of life
experiences. They may be graduating from
USM or another institution, changing careers,
or entering teacher preparation after years out
of the workforce.
Each ETEP intern joins a cohort consisting of
15-20 interns. These cohorts form a learning
group to support collaborative learning and
feedback through the duration of the program.
Interns also work closely with mentor
teachers and USM faculty.
ETEPer Alan Yuodsnukis with students.
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5. USM Teacher Certification and Teaching Standards
The ETEP curriculum and the evaluation and assessment of ETEP interns are based on the
following standards:
6. Positive classroom environment. The
teacher creates a democratic learning
environment that encourages positive social
interaction, active engagement in learning,
student responsibility, and self-motivation.
1. Diversity of child / adolescent
development, learner needs, and
equitable and culturally responsive
practices. The teacher demonstrates
knowledge of the diverse ways in which
students develop and learn by providing
learning opportunities that support students’
intellectual, physical, emotional and social
development.
7. Instructional planning and
Implementation. The teacher constantly
plans and evaluates instruction based on
knowledge of the learner, subject matter,
community, intended student standards and
curriculum.
2. Knowledge of subject matter and
inquiry. The teacher understands the
framework and standards of the subject matter
she/he teaches. She/he uses the discipline’s
tools of inquiry, central concepts, and internal
structure, and makes interdisciplinary
connections to promote learners’ inquiry.
8. Instructional strategies. The teacher
understands and uses a variety of appropriate
instructional strategies and tools to promote
learning and inquiry based on knowledge of
the learner, subject matter, community,
intended student standards and curriculum.
3. Beliefs about teaching and learning. The
teacher clearly communicates beliefs about
teaching, learning, and the role of education
in ensuring access and equity for all students.
9. Assessment. The teacher understands and
uses a variety of informal and formal
assessment strategies to evaluate and support
the development of the learner.
4. Technology. The teacher understands the
social, ethical and legal issues associated with
the use of technology and tools of the
discipline and uses technology and tools to
support teaching practice and student
learning.
10. Professional development. The teacher is
above all a learner who reflects on and
evaluates choices and actions, and continually
strives to improve practice.
5. Professionalism and collaboration. The
teacher demonstrates professional ethical and
legal behavior within school and community
and works collaboratively with colleagues,
parents, and community members to improve
conditions of learning for all students and
adults.
I owe much of my success to the support of
my fellow classmates. On a regular basis
they helped me through assignments, aided
me in understanding concepts, and gave me
ideas on how to implement my lessons.
Brett Ordway
ETEP Intern
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6. Teaching Certificate Area
Because the program is so closely geared to meet the State of Maine teacher certification
requirements, each intern pursues a course of study suited to his or her certification area. Each
applicant must therefore apply to the program with a specific certification goal in mind, selected
from the following:
a) Elementary and Middle School (grades K-8)

General Education (9-month)

Dual Certification General/Special Education (2-year)
b) Secondary level (grades 7-12)
At my school, when we interview ETEP graduates for job
openings, I am always confident that they have been trained
according to the latest research on best instructional
practice. We don't have to worry that there will be a
philosophical mismatch between what they learned as
interns and what we strive for with our students.
Cari Medd
Principal, Poland Regional High School

English (9-month)

Life Science (9-month)

Mathematics (9-month)

Physical Science (9-month)

Social Studies (9-month)

Dual Certification Content Area / Special Education (2-year)
c) Grades K-12

Modern and Classical Languages: French, German, Latin, Spanish (9-month)
Of special note:
ETEP coursework connects closely with work in the classroom. Therefore, courses taken prior to
the beginning of the internship year may not be substituted for ETEP courses. There is one
exception to this rule: SED 540 – Nature and Needs of Learners Who Are Exceptional. If prior
coursework is accepted for this course, an elective graduate course must be taken in its stead, with
the approval of the ETEP faculty advisor.
Successful completion of the internship year and the recommendation for teacher certification are,
in part, determined by demonstration of the ten ETEP certification standards. Evaluation of intern
performance includes periodic reviews of these standards, classroom observations, a portfolio, and
other assessments.
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7. Program Options: Nine-Month ETEP Option
The 9-month, 33-credit-hour option is an intensive full-time experience that integrates both
theory and practice in a school-based program. Beginning in mid-August and continuing
through mid May, interns complete two semesters with mentor teacher(s) in public school
classrooms.
This program requires full-time participation on the part of interns who will be engaged in
learning and teaching activities at a school site during the weekdays. The demands of this
compact, intensive experience preclude ETEP interns from employment during the internship
year.
The strength of the ETEP program is that it is continually grounded in actual
classrooms and the work being done with actual students. Being in a classroom for
an entire year, rather than just eight or twelve weeks as in some programs, allows
for the application and practice of the theories, concepts and techniques being
studied in the coursework. There are few substitutes to actual classroom
experience when it comes to preparing to be an excellent practitioner.
Mike Carter
Mentor Teacher and Course Instructor
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Nine Month Option Coursework
All courses are 3 credit hours unless otherwise noted. The exact selection and sequence of courses
will vary, depending on the program option.
Elementary (K-8) (33 credits)
EDU 505 Teaching Math, K-8
EDU 527 Understanding and Teaching
Diverse Learners
ETEP is the toughest thing you'll ever
love doing. Once you've completed ETEP
I believe you’re ready for most any
challenge that the modern classroom will
present. I don't think I would have been
as prepared as I am if I hadn't done the
ETEP program.
Thom Collins
ETEP Intern
EDU 541 Seminar I
EDU 542 Seminar II
EDU 544 Applied Pedagogy
EDU 551 Teaching Social Studies, K-8
EDU 552 Teaching Science, K-8
EDU 565 Teaching Reading
EDU 566 Introduction to the Writing Process
EDU 644 Internship in Elem. Education
SED 540 Learners Who Are Exceptional in
General Education
Secondary (7-12) & Foreign Language
(K-12)* (33 credits)
EDU 613 Internship in Secondary Ed.
EDU 514 Improving Teaching in Content
Areas Through Literacy
EDU 651 Instructional Strategies for
Secondary Teaching
EDU 527 Understanding and Teaching
Diverse Learners
EDU 652 Curriculum Design
SED 540 Learners who are Exceptional in
General Education
EDU 541 Seminar I
EDU 542 Seminar II
*
EDU 544 Applied Pedagogy
One of the following secondary content
methods courses:
EDU 501 Science Methods
Foreign Language is a K-12, not 7-12,
certificate. However, the course
requirements are similar to those for 7-12
certificates
Please note:
EDU 502 English Methods
Students are recommended for
certification only upon successful
completion of all course work, all
academic pre-requisites, and all Maine
Department of Education testing
requirements.
EDU 503 Foreign Language Methods
EDU 504 Social Studies Methods
EDU 554 Mathematics Methods
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Nine Month Master’s Degree Options
Upon successful completion of the internship, including successful standards reviews, the
submission and acceptance of a portfolio, recommendation from the site coordinators, and
certification recommendation, nine-month ETEP completers will be eligible to continue work
towards the Master of Science in Education degree (M.S.Ed.).
There are three M.S.Ed. options designed specifically for ETEP completers:
The Master of Science in Teaching and
Learning (MTL) offers interns advanced
coursework to support professional growth
during the initial years of teaching.
a focused area (literacy). The program in
Applied Literacy builds upon the curriculum
and experiences of MTL and gives novice
teachers increased skill in literacy instruction.
The MTL is appropriate for those who wish to
pursue general education.
K-8 certificate = 18 additional credits
7-12 certificate = 21 additional credits
The Masters of Science in Applied
Literacy-ESL Concentration program
provides an opportunity for ETEP graduates
to complete their master’s degree in a focused
area (literacy with an ESL concentration). The
program in the ESL concentration builds upon
the curriculum and experiences of MTL and
gives novice teachers increased skill in ESL
literacy instruction.
Twelve post-ETEP credits are required for
completion:
EDU 600: Research Methods & Techniques
(3 cr.)
EDU 624: Schools and the Classroom
(3 cr.)
EDU 642: Classroom Assessment (3 cr.)
EDU 643: Inquiry in Education (3 cr.)
K-8 & 7-12 certificates = 24 additional
credits
Program completers have 5 years to
complete their MTL degree.
Students can apply for these degree programs
during their final semester of ETEP
internship. They become advisees in the
Literacy, Language and Culture department of
the School of Education and Human
Development, working with a different set of
faculty members.
Masters of Science in Education,
Montessori Early Childhood Teacher
Education Concentration (additional 45
credits) in this year-long program students
complete all requirements for American
Montessori Society (AMS) and Montessori
Accreditation Council for Teacher Education
(MACTE) early childhood (ages 2.5-6)
teacher certification.
The Master of Science in Applied Literacy
program provides an opportunity for ETEP
graduates to complete their master’s degree in
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8. Program Option: K-8 Dual Certification ETEP
The K-8 Dual Certification ETEP option offers a certificate in K-8 general education and in K-8
special education. The program is designed so that eligible persons employed in schools as
educational technicians and conditionally certified teachers can remain in their positions and
complete the program. The employing district and the university work out a plan for completion of
the program requirements combined with the employment responsibilities. Employment in a
school, however, is not a prerequisite for admission.
The 60-credit-hour program spans two academic years including both summers to the certification
point and three years to the master’s. They complete two year-long internships (approximately 2 to
3 days/week) – one in K-8 general education and one in special education. They simultaneously
pursue two or more professional education courses on given days and some evenings and during the
summer sessions.
At the end of the second year, interns prepare for their professional portfolio presentation. Most of
the courses for both years are online.
Those applying for the K-8 Dual Certificate option are strongly encouraged to submit
applications for first round: by January 9, 2012.
Special Education Internship Year (30
credit hours)
K-8 Dual Certification Coursework
Content Internship Year (30 credit hours)
SPY 620 Multi-Tier Systems of Student
Support
EDU 505 Teaching Mathematics, K-8
EDU 541 Seminar I
SPY 625 Multi-Tier Math Instruction and
Intervention
SPY 627 Multi-Tier Reading Instruction and
Intervention
EDU 551 Teaching Social Studies, K-8
EDU 552 Teaching Science, K-8
EDU 565 Teaching Reading K-8
SED 615 Positive Behavior Interventions and
Supports
EDU 566 Teaching Writing K-8
EDU 644 Internship in Elementary Ed
SPY 672/SED 653 Assessment in Special
Education
SED 540 Learners Who are Exceptional in the
Classroom
SED 682 Special Education Law
EDU 527 Understanding and Teaching
Diverse Learners
SED 688 Special Education Internship
SED 693 Transitions Among Agency, School
and Community
SED 518 Instructional Strategies for Learners
with Special Needs.
EDU 600 Research Methods
EDU 643 Inquiry in Education
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9. Program Option: 7-12 Dual Certification ETEP
The 7-12 Unified ETEP option offers dual certification in a secondary content area and in special
education. Like the K-8 Unified option, the program is designed so eligible persons employed in
schools as educational technicians and conditionally certified teachers can remain in their positions
and complete the program. The employing district and the university work out a plan for completion
of the program requirements combined with the employment responsibilities. Employment in a
school, however, is not a prerequisite for admission.
The 54-credit-hour program spans two academic years including both summers to the certification
point and three years to the master’s. They complete two year-long internships (approximately 2 to
3 days/week) – one in the chosen content area and one in special education. They simultaneously
pursue two or more professional education courses on given days and some evenings and during the
summer sessions.
At the end of the second year, interns prepare for their professional portfolio presentation. Most of
the courses for both years are online.
Those applying for the 7-12 Dual Certificate option are strongly encouraged to submit
applications for first round: by January 9, 2012.
7-12 Dual Certification Coursework
Content Internship Year (24 credit hours)
Special Education Internship Year (30 credit
hours)
EDU 514 Improving Teaching in
Content Areas through Literacy
SPY 620 Multi-Tier Systems of Student Support
EDU 527 Understanding and Teaching Diverse
Learners
SPY 625 Multi-Tier Math Instruction and
Intervention
SPY 627 Multi-Tier Reading Instruction and
Intervention
EDU 541 Seminar I
EDU 501, 502, 503, 504 or 554 Content
Methods
SED 615 Positive Behavior Interventions and
Supports
EDU 613 Internship in Secondary Education
SPY 672/SED 653 Assessment in Special
Education
SED 518 Instructional Strategies for Learners
with Special Needs
SED 682 Special Education Law
SED 540 Learners Who are Exceptional in the
Classroom
SED 688 Special Education Internship
EDU 652 Curriculum Design
SED 693 Transitions Among Agency, School
and Community
EDU 600 Research Methods
EDU 643 Inquiry in Education
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Dual Certificate Master’s Degree
The Master of Science in Education, Teaching and Learning (MTL) is built into both ETEP Dual
Certificate options.
Interns who successfully complete the requirements for the dual certification will earn a Master’s
degree in Teaching and Learning upon completion of all required coursework.
Students are considered program completers only when they fulfill all certification requirements
and are recommended for state certification.
A teacher preparation program that really works: hands-on learning with guided and insightful
instruction that addresses the critical issues in education and allows you to work in professional
teaching environment as you integrate and practice new skills and knowledge.
Michael Gardner
ETEP Intern
ETEPer Jess Doughty reads to students
Dr. Melody Shank, Teacher Education
faculty member, with ETEPer Nina Bosso
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10. ETEP Placement Information
The admissions process for ETEP is program based. All applicants are reviewed for minimum
program criteria.
Each selected applicant will be interviewed by USM faculty in the Teacher Education Department
and school-based faculty from participating professional development schools. If qualified, the
applicant will be admitted into the ETEP program and then placed in a cohort. We take certification
area being sought, mentor availability, and geography into consideration when placing interns.
Possible ETEP School Placement Locations
Portland Public Schools
Gorham Public Schools
Windham-Raymond Schools (RSU 14)
Westbrook Public Schools
RSU 6 (Bonny Eagle HS and MS)
Lewiston Public Schools
Brunswick Public Schools
Freeport Public Schools (RSU 5)
Falmouth Public Schools
Yarmouth Public Schools
Scarborough Public Schools
South Portland Public Schools
Kennebunk Public Schools (RSU 21)
Wells Public Schools
Sanford Public Schools
The professors and supervisors truly cared about developing our abilities in the
classroom, a repertoire of usable strategies to engage all learners and building
our confidence in the classroom. A tremendous experience in which I developed
what I know will be lifelong friendships and a support system."
Barbara Richards
ETEP Intern
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11. Admissions Process and Criteria (See pages 16-20 for details)
ETEP is designed to offer the courses and experiences needed to fulfill the state of Maine’s
professional requirements for teaching certification. To prepare for ETEP, each prospective intern
must first complete the state required academic liberal arts courses relevant to his or her field. This
includes a bachelor’s degree and 24 credits specific to the content you intend to teach.
Missing Course Work (See page 15 for a detailed explanation)
Often, students do not have the required 24 credits. It is most important to fill any gaps before
entering ETEP. Gaps may be filled either through course work or by taking a CLEP exam. Maine
DoE rules state that no more than 6 credits may be filled using CLEP exams
(http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/clep/about.html). If course work is selected, it must
be completed at a four-year, accredited college or university or must be on an articulation
agreement between a four-year college or university and a community college. If missing
undergraduate courses are taken at USM in the summer prior to entering the program, courses
should be taken as pass/fail so as not to impact the graduate GPA.
to make an informed decision to enter the
teaching profession and be able to reflect on
those experiences.
Undergraduate Coursework
Students interested in ETEP should pursue an
undergraduate major that supports their longterm teaching goals. Prospective elementary
teachers are encouraged to pursue a liberal
arts major that builds upon their academic
interests and strengths.
Prospective teachers are highly encouraged to
investigate working with children in teaching
and learning interactions through measures
such as volunteering as a classroom aide,
tutoring, substitute teaching, or coaching.
Many applicants have also engaged in job
shadowing, teaching Sunday school, youth
group leading, mentoring, childcare or camp
counseling.
Prospective middle- and secondary-level
teachers should pursue a liberal arts major
appropriate to the subject area(s) they intend
to teach.
Important Note: Undergraduate coursework
for the BA degree must be completed (and
proof provided) by June 30 of the year the
student intends to enter ETEP. Failure to do
so will impact a student’s ability to
matriculate as a graduate student and will
affect Financial Aid awards.
Transcript Analysis
To be effective in the classroom, all teachers
should have the appropriate academic
background in the subject(s) they teach. The
State of Maine has developed specific
academic course requirements for each
teacher endorsement area. ETEP interns are
expected to complete these state subject
area requirements before beginning the
program.
Relevant Experience
Because ETEP is an initial teacher
preparation program, applicants do not need
prior formal teaching experience. However,
experience with school-aged children is
necessary. ETEP is not appropriate for
initial exploration of teaching as a career.
Applicants should have their transcripts
reviewed before applying to ETEP in order to
know whether additional coursework is
needed. The ETEP Advisor is available to
analyze transcripts. Patricia Mew, ETEP
advisor, can be reached at
[email protected] or 780-5413.
In order to maximize the success of interns in
the program, the admissions committee
expects each applicant to demonstrate enough
experience working with school aged children
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12. Minimum Content-Area Course Requirements
We strongly recommend that applicants make arrangements with Patricia Mew, the ETEP advisor,
at (207) 780-5413 to conduct a transcript analysis before submitting an application.
Below is a list of necessary course credit requirements to pre-qualify for the various certification
pathways. If applicants are missing any pre-requisites, they will be made aware of what they are
before or during the application process. All missing credits must be completed before entering
the ETEP program. Please see page 19, Program Pre-requisites, for details.
environmental science, ecology, marine
biology, entomology, and ornithology.
Elementary Education (K-8)
Bachelor’s degree which includes:

6 credits in math
Mathematics (7-12)

6 credits in science
Bachelor’s degree with at least 24 credits in
mathematics

6 credits in English

6 credits in social science (history,
political science, geography,
economics, and anthropology)
Examples of mathematics are algebra,
geometry, calculus, probability, statistics,
finite math, and number theory.
Physical Science (7-12)
English Language Arts (7-12)
Bachelor’s degree with at least 24 credits in
physical sciences.
Bachelor’s degree with at least 24 credits
in English or literature, such as:

language development

composing and comprehending literature
Examples of physical sciences are chemistry,
physics, geology, earth science, space science,
oceanography.

analyzing language
Social Studies (7-12)

reading and writing across the curriculum

research related to English language arts
Bachelor’s degree with at least 24 credits in
social studies
Social Studies - defined as: geography,
history, economics, anthropology, and
political science.
Modern & Classical Languages (K-12)
Bachelor’s degree with at least 24 credits
in a foreign language.
The 24 credits must include:
This requirement can also be met through a
written and oral proficiency exam available at
ACTFL:

6 credits in US History

6 credits in World History
http://www.languagetesting.com/acad_me1.cfm
Please Note: ETEP students are responsible
for completing all academic requirements
prior to applying for teacher certification and
certainly before entering ETEP. USM
recommends that students confirm their
analysis with the Maine Department of
Education to avoid any errors that may have
occurred during the transcript analysis
process.
Life Science (7-12)
Bachelor’s degree with at least 24 credits
must be in life sciences.
Examples of life sciences are biology, botany,
zoology, anatomy and physiology,
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13.
Pre-Professional Skills Test (PPST): Praxis I:
Passing scores on the Pre-Professional Skills Test (PPST), also called the Praxis I, are required for
admission to ETEP. To pass Praxis I, a student must have scores with a composite value of 526
(or higher), including all scores within three points of passing.
All individuals seeking Maine teacher certification must achieve minimum scores on a basic skills
assessment in reading, writing, and math. (The NTE exam is no longer valid for Maine
certification.) Maine’s passing scores for teacher certificates are:
Reading 176
Writing 175
Mathematics 175
The PPST is offered in two formats: a paper-based test and a computer-based test.
1) The paper-based test is offered four times per year, and registration deadlines are approximately
one month before each test date. Scores from the paper-based version take approximately six
weeks from the test date to arrive; therefore, many applicants choose to take the computer
version to expedite score reporting. Location of the testing site is dependent on the number of
registrants. Therefore, there is no guarantee as to where the student will be testing.

You may register for the test online: www.ets.org/praxis/register or by calling 1-800-7729476
2) The computer based exam is offered at Prometrics (Sylvan Learning) in South Portland and
Orono, ME, Portsmouth, NH, and other centers nationwide. Computer-based scores in reading
and mathematics are available upon completion of the exams; writing scores require four to six
weeks to be reported. (Recommended option due to a larger selection of test dates)

You may register for the test online: www.ets.org/praxis/register or by calling 1-800-7729476
Important recommendations:
It is strongly recommended you plan ahead for this exam. Be aware of test dates and registration
dates, and visit www.ets.org for additional information.
When registering, be sure to include both USM (registration code R 3691) and the Maine
Department of Education (R 7368) as score recipients.
Preparing and Registering for PPST:
PPST review books are available for purchase at most popular retail bookstores, at some
libraries and on the Praxis website (www.ets.org/store.html).
PPST registration forms are available through the Praxis web site at www.ets.org/praxis, USM
Office of Graduate Admission (45 Exeter St., Portland campus), and USM’s Academic
Assessment Office (122 Payson Smith Hall, Portland campus).
A Note about Praxis II:
While Praxis II is not required before applying to ETEP, it is required for completion of ETEP
and for certification.
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14.
Admission Criteria
Admission to ETEP is selective. The faculty review committee uses the following criteria to
evaluate applications.
1. Academic Preparation

excellence in the completion of an undergraduate degree in an appropriate
academic discipline (minimum GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale; please see #4 on page 25 for
details on letters of special consideration for those whose GPA does not meet this standard)

successful performance on the Praxis I teacher certification examination as outlined on page
21

completion of required academic content for the intended certification area
(may be in progress at the time of application)
2. Relevant Experience and Professional Potential

prior experiences working with school-aged children in instructional or leadership situations

a learner-centered educational philosophy

self-knowledge, maturity, and sensitivity toward others

ability to adapt to, and learn from, new and challenging situations

excellent written and oral communication skills
Dr. Frances Hitchens,
faculty member
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15.
Application Deadlines – All applications must now be submitted online at
https://www.applyweb.com/apply/usmaine/ In order for ETEP to show as an option, the
applicant must first select “Summer” since all ETEP programs begin during the summer
session. In addition to the application, letters of recommendation now may only be
submitted electronically by the recommender him or herself.
There are now three rounds of application review.
For the first round, all application materials must be postmarked or delivered on or before
January 9, 2013. (Recommended) Please note: hours for the Office of Graduate Admissions (OGA)
are as follows: Monday, 8 am – 6:30 pm; Tuesday through Thursday, 8 am – 4:30 pm, and Friday 8
am – 1:30 pm. To avoid confusion, the application deadline dates are the same every year regardless
of the day of the week on which they fall.
Application materials postmarked or delivered after January 9 will be considered for second round.
Second round application materials must be postmarked or delivered on or before March 8,
2013.
After March 8, applications will be accepted for only those cohorts that have space in the intended
certification area. After March 8, check the Teacher Education website for space availability.
Please Note: All application materials should be submitted to the Office of Graduate Admissions
either electronically, by mail, or hand delivered.
Submit applications by 4:30 p.m. (on Friday, the OGA closes at 1:30 p.m.) on or before the due
date to:
By hand:
By mail:
USM Office of Graduate Admissions
45 Exeter St., Portland, ME
ETEP graduate Jennifer Viel
with student
USM Office of Graduate Admissions
P.O. Box 9300, Portland, ME 04104-9300
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ETEP graduates Sarah Sirois,
Sarah Casey, and Carla Shaw
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16.
Application Materials
It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that all application materials are postmarked or received
by the Graduate Admissions Office by the deadline. Please note that the application deadline and
requirements may change from year to year. It is imperative that applicants read and use the ETEP
student application handbook appropriate to the year for which they are applying.
Required materials include:
1. Application Fee of $65.00.
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6. Three (3) Letters of Recommendation
Letters should reflect an applicant’s academic
ability to succeed in graduate study and/or
potential as a professional teacher. If possible,
at least one should be from a faculty member
familiar with the applicant’s academic work,
and at least one should attest to the applicant’s
work with children. Recommendations must
now be submitted electronically directly from
the recommender. The link is:
http://usm.maine.edu/sites/default/files/Graduat
e%20Admissions/Ltr_of_Rec_Form.pdf
Online application fee must be paid by
credit card. Application may only be made
online:
https://www.applyweb.com/apply/usmaine/
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Fee is non-refundable.
2. USM Application for Admission to Graduate
Study (only online applications accepted).
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Program Selection Sheet must be included
as part of the application (page 30).
3. Official Transcripts (2) from all colleges or
universities attended (including USM).
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Transcripts must be sent directly from the
institutions or submitted in the original
sealed and unopened envelope.
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Two official transcripts from all
institutions of higher learning.
-
Students with international transcripts,
including Canadian, must have them
evaluated by either WES (www.wes.org) or
CED (www.cedevaluations.com) prior to
applying. (This is a DoE regulation.)
7. Résumé showing history of employment,
education, and community service.
8. Essay (2 to 3 pages) Replace Question #17 in
the Graduate School Application with an essay
that responds to the following prompt:
The Equity Framework, explained on pages 4-5
of this Guide, describes the Teacher Education
Department’s commitment to equity in the
education of the students we serve. Please
answer the following question:
How do you see yourself providing equitable
learning opportunities for your students?
Illustrate your thinking by using specific
examples.
4. Praxis I Official Scores:
-
-
When you register, include
1) USM (R3691) and
2) Maine Department of Education (R7368)
as score recipients.
9. Catalog of Experiences (2 to 3 pages)
Provide an annotated list of experiences
particularly significant in your development as a
learner and prospective teacher. The catalog
should describe your experiences working with
children and any events that have led to a deeper
understanding of the content area(s) you will
teach. It should also include the insights you have
gained from those experiences.
Applicants must have three scores within
three points of passing, totaling no less than
526.
5. TOEFL Official Scores:
for applicants whose first language is not
English. This requirement is waived for :
-
Students who earned a bachelor’s at an
English-speaking university
-
Students from Newcomer ETEP
Note: All application materials should be
submitted to the Office of Graduate
Admissions either electronically, by mail, or
hand delivered.
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17.
Application Review
The faculty will review (pre-screen) files of applicants that include all of the above (1- 10), even
though they may have only two of the three required letters of reference and/or two passing selfreported Praxis I scores. However, all materials must be in place in order for an applicant to be
formally accepted.
Candidates can self-report computer-based Praxis I scores in math and reading by emailing the
scores to the Office of Graduate Admissions at [email protected] if the official report
will not be available by the application date. Official scores confirming the self-reported scores will
then be received at USM and compared within three to four weeks. Please note: Self-reported
scores will NOT be accepted by phone.
Individual scores and references will continue to be factored into overall consideration, and an
applicant will not be offered admission of any kind (including conditional) until official passing
scores on Praxis I sections and all three letters of reference have been received by the admissions
office and subsequently reviewed by the faculty. Eligible second round applicants will be reviewed
for any and all available spots in the program while scores of first-round applicants remain pending.
IMPORTANT NOTES – read carefully
5.
1. An applicant will not be offered full
acceptance into the program without a
complete file, including all letters of
recommendation and three Praxis I scores, all
within three points of passing and totaling no
less than 526.
2. Even though applicants will need letters of
recommendation in the future for job
applications, etc., the letters for ETEP must be
submitted electronically and must be on USM
forms. Since they are confidential, they
cannot be released to the applicant.
Therefore, an applicant may want to ask
recommenders for a second letter, provided
directly to the applicant of a general nature,
for future use.
3. Transcript Analysis: If an applicant has
already had a transcript analysis performed by
the Maine Department of Education, she/he
must provide a copy of the results with the
application materials.
4.
An applicant who does not have a 2.5 overall
GPA must request special consideration of the
application in writing. The request should
provide evidence of academic ability and
suitability to a career in teaching. Without
such a written request, an applicant who does
not meet eligibility requirements may be
automatically denied admission.
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Applicants who have been accepted into the
program are not able to defer enrollment. It is
possible to reapply the following year, but we
do not hold spaces for applicants who
withdrew after acceptance in a prior year. We
will review your file in the context of the
applicants in the subsequent year.
6.
If an applicant needs to fulfill undergraduate
course work pre-requisites, she or he must
take the course(s) at a four-year, accredited
institution or the course must be on an
articulation agreement between a community
college and a four-year college or university.
7.
Any applicant with a degree from a non-USA
institution (including Canadian) MUST
provide an international course-by-course
evaluation as part of the application packet.
(www.wes.org or www.cedevaluations.com)
This is a Department of Education rule, not a
USM rule. Therefore, USM requires it also.
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18. Application and Admissions Timeline
October 2012 – December 2012
April 2013
During the fall semester, several ETEP
informational presentations are scheduled for
prospective applicants. These meetings focus
on the admissions process, financial aid, site
descriptions, and certification requirements;
they also provide an opportunity to meet
current ETEP interns and faculty. In-person
sessions are scheduled for Gorham and
Portland. Please see website for details.
http://usm.maine.edu/teacher-education
Decisions for second round candidates will be
made.
Financial Aid Night offered in early
December.
Review of late applications for any remaining
seats in the program takes place. Late
applications will be used to fill vacancies
created by accepted candidates who withdraw
prior to the beginning of the program.
April - May 2013
Second round candidates will be notified.
Candidates who accept a slot in either the first
or the second round are required to make a
nonrefundable deposit of $200 that will be
applied to their fall tuition.
May - June 2013
January 2013
All application materials must be postmarked
by 1/9/13 to ensure first consideration.
June 30, 2013
Information session offered for second round
candidates (date TBA).
Deadline by which undergraduate applicants
must show proof of having completed the
undergraduate degree. Without this proof, a
student risks not being able to matriculate as a
graduate student. Financial aid awards may be
affected.
February 2013
First round applications will be screened by
faculty and selected applicants will be invited
for an interview. The Education Dept. will
contact these applicants to schedule an
interview. Applicants not selected for an
interview are denied admission to the
program.
August 2013
Deadline for accepted applicants to provide
proof of health insurance.
Mid-August 2013
March 8, 2013
ETEP begins.
Deadline for second round consideration; all
applications must be postmarked by this date.
Late March – early April 2013
ETEP has taken my confidence and passion for
teaching and learning and challenged it to
become stronger and better than I could have
imagined. After just one year of the program I
feel like I could begin teaching this fall and have
the skills I need to be a successful educator and
benefit any student who walked through my
classroom door.
Andrea Logan
Unified Elementary Cohort
First round decisions will be made and
applicants notified. Second round applicants
will be screened for interviews for sites that
have open slots in the matching certification
areas.
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19.
Tuition and Other Financial Information
COST FOR NINE-MONTH OPTION
Graduate Tuition Rates for 2012-2013:
Maine Resident:
$ 380.00 / credit
Non-Resident:
$ 1026.00 / credit
NEBHE rate:
$ 570.00 / credit
Canadian rate:
$ 570.00 / credit
Fees:
Approximately $ 1,250.00
The total 2012-2013 cost for the typical
33 credit hour program is approximately
$13,890.00 for Maine residents. This includes
a $100 fee for the TK-20 database which is
new this year and good for life.
ETEP graduate Beckie Kelly and family
Important Notes:
1. Tuition rates will likely increase for
2013-2014.
Out-of state residents and students pursuing
other program options (e.g., Unified options,
dual certifications) should estimate costs
using the figures above.
2. In order to register for classes, a student
must be matriculated. A student is
matriculated once she/he has paid the
$200 deposit to hold the spot. All deposits
are applied to the fall tuition.
For information about whether
you are eligible for the
New England Board of Higher Education
(NEBHE) rate, visit www.nebhe.org
Site coordinators make the ETEP process quite manageable and a great learning
experience. It is because of their guidance, leadership, and advice that my fellow
cohort members and I have achieved success inside and outside of the classroom.
Doug Dumont
ETEP Intern
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ETEP and Financial Aid
The Nine-Month ETEP schedule is
demanding. It does not allow for full-time or
part-time employment.
USM Financial Aid Resources
USM’s Office of Financial Aid offers a
variety of financial aid programs and
financing plans. Visit the USM Office of
Financial Aid website for information on
USM scholarships, and loans:
www.usm.maine.edu/fin
Call (207) 780-5250 or email
[email protected]
Therefore, many interns apply for loans, both
subsidized and unsubsidized, and
scholarships.
Typically, full-time students may obtain loans
for tuition, books and supplies, and living
expenses.
To apply for federal aid, students complete an
online Free Application for Federal Student
Aid) (FAFSA) http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/
Noyce Scholarship
This is a scholarship to help recruit math and
science teachers for Maine. In order to be
eligible, a student must have majored in math
or science and must be willing to teach either
K-8, general education, or 7-12 math or
science in Maine. Information is available at
www.educateME.info
For the 2013-2014 academic year, the priority
deadline is February 15, 2013.
Your FAFSA should be completed as early
as possible, even if admission decision is
still pending.
However, students must be accepted and
confirmed (deposit paid) before awards can
be finalized.
Financial Aid Information Night
We sponsor a Financial Aid Information
Night each year in early December from 6-7
PM. (This year: Dec. 3, 2012, snow date Dec.
9). Check the website for location details:
http://usm.maine.edu/sehd
Please note: Do not wait to apply for
federal financial aid and scholarships;
even if admission decision is still pending.
If you wait, it may be too late.
For more information about financial aid and
scholarships, contact:
Kimberly Warren
(207) 780-5902
[email protected]
Corthell Hall, Gorham campus
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Other funding sources
Clyde Russell Scholarship Fund
Applicants are invited to check the two-page
guide to financial resources for graduate
students. It’s an all-in-one guide to what’s
available for graduate students at USM.
This $10,000 scholarship is offered through
the MEA (Maine Education Association).
Maine residents in a graduate teacher
preparation program are eligible to apply.
Applications are available in the USM Office
of Financial Aid or on the web at
clyderussellscholarshipfund.org
usm.maine.edu/sehd/financial-aid
Scholarships
Loan Forgiveness Program for Teachers
SEHD Scholarships
If you teach in critical need areas such as
subject shortage areas or low-income needsbased schools, federal loan programs such as
Stafford and Perkins offer loan forgiveness
programs. For more information visit:
http://studentaid.ed.gov/PORTALSWebApp/st
udents/english/teachercancel.jsp?tab=repaying
The School of Education and Human
Development has a dedicated source of tuition
scholarship funds for ETEP interns.
Applications are available in early December
with a deadline of March 1, 2011.
Applications are available at:
usm.maine.edu/sehd/financial-aid
Educators for Maine
The Educators for Maine (EFM) Program is a
competitive, merit-based, forgivable loan
program for Maine students pursuing careers
in teaching.
www.famemaine.com/files/Pages/education/st
udents_and_families
University Scholarship
There are several scholarship and tuition
waiver programs available to matriculated
graduate students. Some require a separate
application, others require only the
submission of an application.
usm.maine.edu/grad/graduate-studentsfinancial-support
ETEP provides interns with a supportive, rigorous program that encourages a great deal
of critical thinking. Interns learn to see the whole picture: students, families, classrooms,
and schools. Seeing the whole picture is vital to becoming a master teacher.
Sara Needleman
USM Lecturer and former mentor teacher
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20.
Health Insurance for Students
Based on the 1998 recommendation of USM’s Health and Safety Risks to Students Committee, the
University now requires that students enrolling in certain programs and courses show evidence that
they have adequate health insurance coverage throughout the program.
ETEP is one of the programs for which coverage is required. Therefore, ETEP interns must have
health insurance for the duration of their internships.
Prior to participation in ETEP, interns must provide evidence that they have health insurance which
is equal to, or better than, the coverage offered by the University’s basic health insurance plan.
Dr. Robert Kuech, faculty member.
ETEPer Courtney Wright,
working with her students.
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ETEP – Extended Teacher Education Program
Program Selection Form
Please complete this form and submit it with your application for admission to graduate study.
Refer to the ETEP Application Handbook for program option descriptions.
Applicant: ____________________________________________________________________
(Last Name, First Name, Middle Initial)
A. For which program are you applying? (check one only)
____ K-8 General Education (9-month)
____ K-8 General Education and Special Education Dual Certificate Program
____ 7-12 General Education (9-month)
______English (7-12)
______Foreign Language (K-12) Language: ________________
______Life Science (7-12)
______Mathematics (7-12)
______Physical Science (7-12)
______Social Studies (7-12)
____ 7-12 General Education and Special Education Dual Certificate Program
______English (7-12)
______Foreign Language (K-12) Language: ________________
______Life Science (7-12)
______Mathematics (7-12)
______Physical Science (7-12)
______Social Studies (7-12)
_____ Early Childhood Education Montessori Program (ages 2.5 – 6)
Office of Graduate Studies 207-780-4386
Hand-Delivery Address: 45 Exeter Street, Portland Campus
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 9300 Portland, ME 04104-9300
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NOTES:
www.usm.maine.edu/cehd/ted