Region 4 Inspire Texas is an alternative certification program based in Houston, Texas, and approved by the Texas Education Agency. It has successfully certified high-quality teachers, counselors, principals and superintendents throughout the state of Texas for over thirty years.
“There is a very personable side to the program that is amazing. This isn't something you do on your own and they just mail you a certificate. They walk you through, they make you feel comfortable, they encourage you, they invite questions and it makes all the difference.”
Stephanie Acker
Certification-only
Region 4-Inspire Texas Post-Graduate Certification Program
Teachers play a significant role in motivating and inspiring students to dream big and work hard to achieve their goals. If you want to make a difference in students’ lives and are wondering how to become a teacher, Region 4 Inspire Texas is the solution.
Whether you are a recent college graduate, changing career paths, a paraprofessional, a substitute, or new to or re-entering the workforce, Region 4 Inspire Texas offers various instructional models in its teacher certification program. The program’s staff will help you choose the model that best meets your needs and support you throughout your journey. Visitthe Teacher Certification Training Calendar to see upcoming enrollment deadlines.
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Ways to Lower Your Costs
Students at Region 4 ESC - Inspire Texas have reduced the cost of their program using these methods. Check with Region 4 ESC - Inspire Texas to see if you can, too!
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Grants, Stipends, Scholarships
If you choose to pursue bilingual education, secondary math or secondary science, there is a 44 percent reduction in preservice training fees.
Military OneSource offers free support to the military community, providing information on available grants, loans and tuition assistance. For more details, visitMilitary OneSource or call 800-342-9647.
Workforce Solutions scholarships support training for some of the region's high-skill, high-growth occupations. The award is up to $6,000. Please visit this link for more details:Workforce Solutions Scholarships.
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The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board's College Access Loan Program plays a vital role in assisting Texas students who face challenges in covering the full cost of their education. For detailed information on eligibility, repayment options and more, please visit theCollege Access Loan Guidelines.
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History (7-12) Hospitality, Nutrition and Food Sciences (8-12) Human Development and Family Studies (8-12) Italian (Pre-K-12) Japanese (Pre-K-12) Journalism (7-12) Latin (Pre-K-12) Life Science (7-12) Mathematics (4-8) Mathematics (7-12) Mathematics / Science (4-8) Music (Pre-K-12) Physical Education (Pre-K-12) Physical Science (6-12) Physical Science / Mathematics (7-12) Russian (Pre-K-12) Science (4-8) Science (7-12) Social Studies (4-8) Social Studies (7-12) Spanish (Pre-K-12) Special Education (Pre-K-12) Speech (7-12) Technology Education (6-12) Theatre (Pre-K-12) Turkish (Pre-K-12) Urdu (Pre-K-12) Vietnamese (Pre-K-12)
Program Overview
Region 4 Inspire Texas has a rolling admission program wherein candidates can start a cohort cycle every month of the year. The teacher certification program is divided into two distinct phases:
During training, you will take four required classes:
Curriculum and Instruction
English Language Arts and Reading
Foundations of English as a Second Language (ESL)
Foundations of Teaching
If you’re training to be a bilingual or special education teacher, you will take a Foundations of Bilingual/Special Education Course. You will also complete additional coursework that includes state-mandated field-based experiences and content area exam(s).
After you have successfully completed the preservice training, you may choose to pursue one of the following:
A paid, full-year internship at a campus/district of your choosing or
A 14-week, unpaid clinical teaching assignment with a district chosen in partnership with Region 4-Inspire Texas.
During the practicum, you will be supported, observed and evaluated based on guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency.
Program Hallmarks
Region 4 Inspire Texas provides you with opportunities to work closely with students, teachers and schools prior to receiving your teaching certification.
You must successfully complete 50 hours of field-based state-mandated experience for multiple grade levels and subjects prior to beginning your practicum.
You are expected to work with students from differing backgrounds and abilities, including those who may be economically disadvantaged.
Region 4 Inspire Texas is committed to preparing teachers who can support a wide range of students. Applicants come from all different backgrounds, offering future students valuable role models. The required coursework includes subjects such as:
Bilingual education
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Special education
Gifted and talented
The Region 4 Inspire Texas program is committed to mentoring and coaching.
Region 4 Inspire Texas employs Teacher Development Coaches across the Houston area to coach and guide new interns and clinical teachers.
Teacher Development Coaches are vetted for excellence in transforming organizations and supporting new teachers.
With a low supervisor-to-student ratio, coaches can ensure that you receive the attention that you expect and deserve.
Region 4 Inspire Texas strives to exceed stakeholder expectations.
Feedback is gathered through course surveys, webinars and student participation.
New teachers are surveyed annually for input from school-level stakeholders.
Twice a year, Region 4 Inspire Texas meets with districts, business leaders and local colleges to discuss the program and gather feedback on admissions, training and instruction.
Application Fee: $100
Preservice Training: $1,300
Preservice Fee is payable in 5 installments
$100 discount applied to fee if paid in full at registration
Once you begin your teaching assignment as a salaried intern or clinical teacher, the following fees go into effect:
Internship Fee: $4,180
Payments begin once candidates start their full time teaching assignment
Clinical Teaching Fee: $2,300
Clinical Teaching Fee is payable in monthly installments over the duration of the teaching assignment
Application Fee: $100
$100 Application Fee is applied toward the clinical teaching fee unless the candidate cancels the placement
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Female
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78%
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American Indian or Alaskan Native
Asian
Black
Hispanic/Latino
Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander
White
Two or more races
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2%
21%
25%
0%
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3%
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