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Application Requirements

Files

  • Resume/CV
  • Transcripts

Essays

  • Statement of Purpose - 300-500 words (1-2 pages double spaced)
  • Personal History Statement is OPTIONAL

Basic Skills Test

A basic skills test must be taken for Math, Reading, and Writing. This has technically already been completed with ACT and SAT.

Most applicants take the Washington Educator Skills Test-Basic (WEST-B) for their basic skills test. In lieu of WEST-B, you may also use reading, writing and math subtest scores from the following providers:

  • Praxis I
  • CBEST
  • ACT
    • Older scores that do not include a writing subtest can be used for reading and math, but must be supplemented with a new writing test
    • Call 319-337-1270 to order your ACT score report, to request that your scores be sent to University of Washington, Seattle (code 4484)
  • SAT
    • Older scores that do not include a writing subtest can be used for reading and math, but must be supplemented with a new writing test
    • Call 866-756-7346 and ask that your scores be sent to University of Washington, Seattle (code 4854)

Endorsement (REQUIRED)

  • Academic Advisor at UW ensures you are qualified from your undergrad coursework
  • Required: Please type in the endorsement you plan to earn ex. Elementary, Math, Science, etc. For any subjects other than Elementary.
    • Physics or Mathematics

https://education.uw.edu/sites/default/files/admissions/applying/Endorsement%20Evaluation.pdf

WEST-E or NES Scores

  • The NES content assessment test is not required at the time of application but must be passed in order to proceed with full time student teaching.
  • NES – State required content knowledge test. Visit the Pearson website for registration information, test dates and sample questions.
  • https://www.west.nesinc.com/

STEP Additional

2 Letters of Recommendation

  • These letters should detail your academic potential, leadership, collaboration, adaptability, and/or any teaching experience(s). During the online application, you will submit the names of your recommenders, along with their email address. We appreciate recommendations that speak in detail about your:
    • Teaching experience
    • Desire to become a teacher
    • Academic experience(s)

U-ACT Additional

Proof of Intent To Be Hired

  • We require documentation of intent to hire.
  • This may be a letter from a school or district administrator or Human Resources.
  • To be eligible to enroll in coursework in the U-ACT Program, an applicant must be hired by August 1st:
    • if an applicant is not hired when submitting an application,
    • please upload documentation in this section of the application and help the U-ACT application team understand where you are applying and hope to be hired.

I can get this from Rainier Scholars :), ask the administrator or Susan.

If you are hired as a substitute teacher and working in a long-term substitute teaching context, you could be eligible to apply to the program. Please contact the U-ACT Program Director Megan Kelley-Petersen to discuss this possibility.

If you are not yet hired by a school or district at the time of your application, please clearly note this in your application. We will review your application, even if you are not yet employed, as we may be able to act as an advocate and resource in connecting you with potential teaching positions.