Local school districts may have opportunities for those who are qualified to teach English, Spanish, math and science this fall, according to leaders in the College of Education at Wichita State University.

Those who already have a bachelor’s degree in these content areas and are currently in graduate school or in the workforce may qualify to enter the WSU College of Education’s alternative licensure program to transition to a career as a paid teacher in a local accredited middle or high school.

Beginning with summer course work, candidates spend two years teaching with a restricted license while concurrently completing the necessary education coursework. During this time, the candidate receives support from interactions with a peer cohort, the university faculty, his or her district and a district mentor.

At the successful conclusion of the program, the candidate is recommended for the Kansas Initial Teaching License. Candidates may enroll in a third year of education course work to complete a Master of Arts in Teaching degree.

Graduate students or those holding a degree in one of these fields should contact the Transition to Teaching Office at Wichita State at (316) 978-6580 or go to www.wichita.edu/education/altlic to learn more about the program.