Salary
and Benefits (after selection by a principal for a full-time
position)
1)
ARL teachers are paid a competitive salary and benefits package
(medical/hospital, dental, vision care, life insurance) based
on the negotiated agreement between CCSD and the Clark County
Education Association. To see current teacher salaries, click
here for the Teachers' Salary Schedule.
2)
Successful ARL teachers receive credit for each year of teaching
experience on the salary schedule. When they complete the program,
submission of at least five evaluations indicating satisfactory
performance are counted in lieu of student teaching for a license
from the Nevada State Department of Education.
Frequently
Asked Questions:
Q)
When does the program begin?
A)
Informational meetings are scheduled approximately one-to-two months prior to the beginning of the pre-service training.
Q)
What must I submit when I initially apply?
A-1)
Application (including confidential references complete with reference
address and applicant signature).
A-2)
Two original transcripts with degree/s posted
Q)
Must I pass a basic skills test?
A)
YES. You must submit proof of passing all portions
of the Pre-Professional Skills Test in reading, mathematics and
writing before being contracted. If you have passed the CBEST or have a Master's degree, the PPST is not required.
Study
guides are available at bookstores and libraries.
For testing information contact:
www.ets.org
(phone: 609-921-9000)
Q)
After I submit my application, am I assured a job as a teacher?
A)
NO. After you submit your application, confidential
reference forms, original transcripts, proof of passing all three
portions of the PPST, proof of passing PRAXIS II content knowledge test for Secondary candidates, negative TB test results, and fingerprints,
the following events must also occur before you may be considered
for an offer:
1)
Screening of materials and test results to ensure that you have
met the qualifications for the program
2)
Successful interview focused upon your aptitude for teaching
3)
Successful completion of the appropriate number of university credits and hours
of professional development
4)
Selection by a principal who has a vacancy
Q)
When will it be safe to quit my current job?
A)
Do not quit your current job until you have been selected
by a principal who has a vacancy and you have been offered a contract by the Human Resources Division.
Q)
What support will I receive?
A)
Each ARL teacher will be required to teach with the regular
assistance and guidance of a licensed teacher of the district
who has been selected as a mentor teacher.
Q)
Do the 120-150 hours of professional development represent my total
teacher preparation formal training?
A)
NO. You will be expected to take all scheduled
university classes required for the regular license of a classroom
teacher during the three years you are in the program and to attend
any additional district professional development as required.
For
more information , please call or write to:
Clark
County School District
Licensed Personnel Department
ARL Office
2832 East Flamingo Road
Las Vegas, Nevada 89121
702-799-1086
Click
here to e-mail the Alternative Routes to Licensure Office
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