DeSoto University
School District of DeSoto County has partnered with BloomBoard to offer select non-instructional staff that have an associate degree the opportunity to earn a fully accredited Bachelor of Science in Education through a flexible, on-the-job program – paid for by the district.
Program Overview
DeSoto University offers a unique opportunity for select non-instructional participants who hold an associate’s degree to earn college credit through the J.E.T. (Job Embedded Teaching) Pathway program, in collaboration with Barry University and BloomBoard. This program provides a pathway to a fully-accredited Bachelor of Science in Education, with specialization options in Early Childhood, Elementary, and Exceptional Student Education, ultimately leading to teacher licensure in Florida.
Participants will complete 20 skill-based courses (60 credit hours) while working in a classroom setting. As part of the program, participants will create artifacts based on their classroom experiences and upload them to the BloomBoard platform for evaluation.
Accredited by Barry University, the program can be completed in just two years, at no cost for select participants employed within the School District of DeSoto County.
DeSoto DeSoto University At-a-Glance
To be considered for the position, Associate Teacher candidates must have an Associate’s Degree, enroll in the BloomBoard program to work toward a Bachelor of Science in Education, and agree to work for the School District of DeSoto County for 4 years after becoming Professionally Certified.
- EARN A BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN EDUCATION AT NO COST TO YOU!!
- Stay on your same step and move to pay lane B08.
- Work Teacher hours/days (196 days per year, 7.5 hours per day).
- Enjoy summers, winter break, spring break, and extended Thanksgiving break with family and friends.
- You do not have to attend traditional college courses outside of the work day to earn your Bachelor’s Degree.
- Be supported by a Master Teacher/Mentor that will help you learn the craft of teaching and learning and guide you through the degree and certification process.
Program Benefits
Program Supports
Orientation
Once you’ve completed enrollment, you’ll be invited to a kickoff orientation with your program facilitator and other educators in your cohort.
Success Academy
Following the orientation, you’ll attend the BloomBoard Success Academy to help you with your first portfolio submission.
1:1 Support
Faculty are available to provide you with personalized 1:1 support during the program.
Asynchronous Discussions
Throughout the program, you can also communicate with other educators in your cohort through the BloomBoard platform.
BloomBoard Overview
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Learn More About DeSoto University
DeSoto University is a program for current non-instructional employees that are employed by the School District of DeSoto County, have associates degrees, and want to become a certified teacher. If you meet that criteria and are interested in learning more about this program, please complete the form below: