Teacher Academy Courses

Credit: 2 (Applied Arts Credit)
Grades: 10, 11, 12
Elective Course
Prerequisite: Application process
Fee: Yes

This course offers an overview of the education system, public schools, and the teaching profession. Students will explore topics such as licensure requirements, history of education, and introduction to lesson planning. Through classroom learning, internships, and community engagement, students will develop skills to be college and career ready. Students will create a professional portfolio and gain leadership experience, preparing students to make a meaningful impact in the classroom and beyond. 

TAI Internships are designed to give students a broad understanding of various careers and licenses available in public schools in Ohio.  Over the course of the year, 3 internship rotations will include the following (or a combination): Elementary, Middle School, Intervention, Unified Arts.

Credit: 2 (Applied Arts Credit)
Grades: 11, 12
Elective Course
Prerequisite: Application process
Fee: Yes

In this advanced course, students will deepen their understanding of the teaching profession and build on foundational concepts introduced in the previous course (TAI). The curriculum will focus on key areas such as effective lesson planning, classroom management strategies, and addressing the diverse needs of exceptional learners. Through hands-on experiences, students will actively engage in the teaching profession via internships, guest speakers, and project-based learning. As part of the course, students will complete and refine their professional portfolios, earning college credit for Introduction to Education at an accredited public university in Ohio. This course provides students with the opportunity to further develop the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful career in education. 

Eligible students will receive 3 credit hours for EDUC2220, Educational Technology, offered through Columbus State Community College.  Additionally, students who successfully complete Education Principles and achieve a passing score on the end-of-course exam may receive CTAG credit (CTEDU007 -- Introduction to Education) at an Ohio public college or university.  These course credits are embedded in Teacher Academy II.

In TAII Internships are designed to give students opportunities to set individual goals and explore career opportunities that reflect their career interests, skills and abilities. Internship placements will be student selected and facilitated by the Teacher Academy instructor.