TeachFlorence1 is an alternative teaching pathway to South Carolina teacher certification for motivated, professional and thoughtful individuals who are committed to improving the lives of children. This three-year program provides training and coursework through a cohort model to provide ongoing support to candidates pursuing South Carolina licensure.

*** This application is for TeachFlorence1 program admittance. A separate application is required for employment *** 

Application requirements:

1. Professional Resume
2. Two professional references
3. The candidate must have earned a Bachelor's degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution or from an institution with teacher-preparation programs approved for certification purposes by the State of South Carolina.
4. The candidate must have earned a GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. The GPA in the content area major or the GPA       in the last 60 hours of coursework can be used to meet this requirement. Candidates interested in early childhood,         elementary, or special education multicategorical must have a 2.75 overall GPA or a 2.5 GPA with passing scores on all sections of the Praxis Core.
5. The candidate must submit a statement of disclosure regarding any prior convictions to include felonies and misdemeanors.
6. Unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended (uploaded), and send official via email or mail to Dr. Courtney Clayton, CClayton@fsd1.org or 500 S. Dargan St., Florence, SC 29506 ATTN: Courtney Clayton 
   

For questions please contact Courtney Clayton at CClayton@fsd1.org