Teacher Academy of Maryland (TAM)

Human Resource Services

This is a designed program of study for juniors and seniors. This instructional program prepares individuals for occupations in education, including elementary, middle, and secondary school teachers; teaching assistants; and counselors. This is a foundational program for students interested in elementary, middle school, and secondary education. Courses can be articulated with Chesapeake College and Towson University.

CAREER EXPLORATION

IS IT THE RIGHT FIT FOR ME?
A teaching career is a good fit for people who like to help others and make an important impact on their lives. Teachers must be adaptive, patient, cooperative, enthusiastic, and good at diffusing difficult situations. The most successful teachers are lifelong learners themselves, always looking for new and better ways to guide students.

Careers in the field include:
Teaching Assistant
Teacher
Curriculum Specialist
Curriculum Supervisor
School Administration
Guidance Counselor
These are just a few examples! Discuss additional career paths with your School Counselor or CCTC's Counselor.

Maryland State Education Association
MD State Department of Education
Association of American Educators
National Education Association
American Federation of Teachers

Course Descriptions

CTE Completer Requirements: Complete the sequence of courses below AND complete ParaPro assessment

Articulation Agreements: Chesapeake College, Towson University, Bowie State University, Coppin State, Frostburg State University, Hood College, Morgan State University, Notre Dame University of Maryland, Salisbury University, St. Mary’s College of Maryland

Human Growth and Development

Course 80821 | 5 periods/week/semester | 1 credit (CTE credit)

This course is the foundation course in the Teacher Academy of Maryland completer program and is required for all students. Students will focus on lifespan. Emphasis is placed on theories of physical, cognitive and psychosocial development, the effect of heredity and the environment, the role of caregivers and the family, health and safety concerns, and contemporary issues. Students explore special challenges to growth and development. Students will begin to develop the components of a working portfolio to be assembled upon completion of the internship. Prerequisites and Notes: Recommended for Grades 10 - 12.

Teaching As a Profession

Course 80826 | 5 periods/week/semester | 1 credit (CTE credit)

This course focuses on the profession of teaching-its history, purposes, issues, ethics, laws and regulations, roles, and qualifications. Emphasis is placed on identifying the current, historical, philosophical and social perspectives of American education, including trends and issues. Students will explore major approaches to human learning. Students will participate in guided observations and field experiences in multiple settings to help them assess their personal interest in pursuing careers in this field and to identify effective learning environments. Students will continue to develop the components of a working portfolio to be assembled. Prerequisites and other notes: Recommended to take Human Growth and Development (80821) prior or concurrently. Recommended for grades 10-12.

Foundations of Curriculum and Instruction

Course 80827 | 5 periods/week/semester | 1 credit (CTE credit)

This course explores curriculum delivery models in response to the developmental needs of all children. Emphasis is placed on the development of varied instructional materials and activities to promote learning, classroom management strategies, and a supportive classroom environment. Students will explore basic theories of motivation that increase learning. Students will participate in guided observations and field experiences to critique classroom lessons in preparation for developing and implementing their own. Students will continue to develop the components of a working portfolio. Prerequisites and other notes: Teaching As A Profession (80826). Recommended for grades 10-12. Students must take an Industry Assessment (ParaPro) to receive credit for the course. Concentrator course for this major.

Education Academy Internship

Course 80828 | 5 periods/week/semester | 1 credit (CTE credit)

The internship is the culminating course of the Education Academy Program. Students will have an opportunity to integrate content and pedagogical knowledge in an educational area of interest. They will have an opportunity to extend and apply their knowledge about teaching in a classroom setting under the supervision of a mentor teacher. The students will complete their working portfolio and present it for critique. At the conclusion of this program students will be required to take the ParaPro or SAT, Praxis I exam. Prerequisites and other notes: Recommended for grades 11-12. Foundations of Curriculum and Instruction (80827). Completer course for this major.