Alternative Pathways to Teaching

Central Washington University

Checklist for Complete Application Packet

Thank you for your interest in the Alternative Pathways to Teaching program at Central Washington University. To ensure you have a complete application packet, double check that the items listed below are included. Incomplete applications will not be processed.

Application form (pages 2-5 of this packet)

Online application for admission to CWU as a post-baccalaureate student: you are a student seeking a second bachelor’s degree or certificate. Note: CWU requires receipt of official transcripts from every postsecondary institution you have attended. These transcripts should be ordered and submitted directly to CWU admissions.

Cover letter indicating career goals, intended endorsement area, teaching level of interest, and verification of willingness to participate in a Summer Academy and complete a full-time internship during the 2018-2019 school year.

Resume

Unofficial transcripts to verify a minimum of 3.0 grade point average.

Two letters of recommendation. Both letters must include one of the following:

  • Verification of one year of successful student interaction and leadership (Route 2 only).
  • Verification of one year of career experience (i.e., accountant, chemist, conditional certified teacher) (Routes 3 & 4 or mid-career professionals/individuals employed with conditional certificates/emergency substitutes).

Verification of passing WEST-B scores. To register for West tests go to

Verification of passing WEST-E or NES scores.

Character and Fitness Form:

Please submit your application packet to:

Alternative Pathways to Teaching Program

Curriculum, Supervision, and Educational Leadership Department

Central Washington University

400 East University Way

Ellensburg, WA 98926-7410

Application Deadlines/Timelines

April 1, 2018: Application Packet Submission Deadline

April 15, 2018: Admission Decisions Mailed Out

May-June, 2018:Internships Arranged

July9, 2018:“Boot camp” Begins

Route

Route 2 programRoute 3 programRoute 4 program

Endorsement Area

Bilingual EducationMiddle Level Humanities

BiologyMiddle Level Science

Business EducationMusic: General, Choral & Instrumental

ChemistryMusic: General &Instrumental

DanceMusic: General & Choral

Earth SciencePhysics

English Language ArtsReading

English Language LearnerScience

Family & Consumer ScienceSocial Studies

Health & FitnessSpecial Education

HistoryTheater Arts (currently on reserve)

Library Media Traffic Safety

Marketing EducationVisual Arts (currently on reserve)

Mathematics

This program does not offer endorsements in either Elementary Education or Early Childhood Education

Personal Information

Full Legal Name~

Former Name~

Mailing Address: Street/PO Box~

City ~ State ~ Zip Code ~

Phone Number ~

e-mail Address ~

Date of Birth ~

MaleFemale

US Social Security Number ~

CWU degree recipient? YesNo

Diversity Information

This information is for statistical purposes only and is not used in the admission decision process. Your cooperation is requested and appreciated but not required.

Ethnic Origin: Are you Hispanic or Latino? YesNo
Racial Identity:Select one or more of the following races

Native American/Alaska NativeAsian American/Pacific Islander African American White

Educational Information

List all colleges/universities in order of attendance beginning with the institution from which you received your highest degree (no exceptions). Please add an additional sheet if you attended more than threecolleges/universitiesstating the name of the institution, location, dates attended, and degree if applicable.

1. Institution~ City~ State~From~To~Degree Received~

2. Institution~ City~ State~From~To~Degree Received~

3. Institution~ City~State~From~To~Degree Received~

Education Experience

Currently employed in a school district? Yes ☐ No ☐

If “Yes,” which district?

Experience in an educational setting? Yes ☐ No ☐

If “Yes,” how many years?

Test Information

Candidates must provide appropriate documentation of all test scores as a part of this application. In addition, official test scores must be provided directly from the testing agency to CWU.

WEST-B, SAT*, or ACT*

A minimum of 240 in each section on the WEST B is required for a pass.At this point, the GRE is not a valid substitution for the WEST B.

Date Taken~

Please indicate the numeric score for each subset.

Reading~

Writing~

Math~

Please indicate an overall score~~Pass~Fail~

*If you have current SAT scores greater than or equal to the following, you can claim an exemption from the specific WEST B subtests.

Math: 515Reading: 500Writing: 490

Submit a copy of your SAT scores instead of verification of passing WEST-B scores.

*If you have current ACT scores greater than or equal to the following, you can claim an exemption from the specific WEST B subtests.

Math: 22Reading: 22Writing: 8

Submit a copy of your ACT scores instead of verification of passing WEST-B scores.

WEST-E OR NES TEST

A minimum of 240 in each section of WEST E is required for a pass; 220 is the minimum passing score for the NES tests.

Date taken~

Please indicate the endorsement area and numeric score.

Endorsement Area~Score~

Please indicate an overall score.Pass~Fail~

Do you have a second area of endorsement?☐

Date taken ~

Please indicate the endorsement area and numeric score.

Endorsement~Score~

Please indicate an overall score.Pass~ Fail~

Note: a minimum of 240 in each section of WEST E is required for a pass; 220 is the minimum passing score for the NES tests.

Statement of Character and Signature

Applicants to CWU must present evidence of good character in order to be accepted for admission. In accordance, do you certify that you have not been convicted of a felony or gross misdemeanor, and that you do not have a case pending against you at this time?

Yes, I so certify.No If no, please attach written details with your application.

I understand that failure to submit complete official transcripts from all schools, colleges, or universities attended, failure to fully disclose any information requested, and/or falsification of any information requested may result in the denial of the application, revocation of admissions, disciplinary action, or subsequent dismissal from this institution. I certify, that to the best of my knowledge, all statements I have made in this application are complete and true.

Permission is hereby given to release appropriate test scores and academic records requested by Central Washington University.

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NAME OF APPLICANT (PLEASE PRINT) SIGNATURE OF APPLICANTDATE

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