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Kids can’t be what they can’t see. Every student deserves access to inspiring science, math, and technology classes. Passionate, expert STEM teachers put a STEM career in reach for all! Hear from three Connecticut science and math educators, then get ready to start your own journey. 

Your path to teaching STEM—simplified.

Join a cohort of future teachers with access to scholarships, our free step-by-step workbook and 1-on-1 advising. Here’s everything you get!
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    Get the step-by-step guide

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    Our workbook walks you through the steps to becoming a Connecticut STEM teacher. We've got the details from local teaching programs and the State Department of Education—all in one place.

    Plus, it’s full of links to free tools and support! Grab your copy to map out your next steps. 

    Get the Workbook
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    Get expert advice, tailored to your life

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    Once you've gotten the workbook, it's time to choose the right teaching program for you. You don't have to go it alone! TEACH Connecticut coaches can answer all your questions and point you to the right program, whether you have a degree and 20 years of work experience, or you’re just starting your career.

    To get started, click the "Schedule a Chat" button and fill out the advising appointment request form!

    Schedule a Chat
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    Get reimbursed for application costs

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    After you've found your teaching program, it's time to apply! If you need to take a test or pay fees for the application process, TEACH Connecticut will reimburse you for up to $100 of the costs! It's easy. Simply fill out the form, let us know which of our partner programs you applied to, and submit proof of the money you spent.

    Get Reimbursed
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    Apply for a scholarship

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    Whether you're starting undergrad or already have a bachelor's, you can enter to win a $5,000 scholarship. Start by applying to one of our partner teaching programs, then fill out the scholarship form at the link below. 

    Apply for the Scholarship
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    Attend an event

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    Looking to meet other future STEM teachers, get step-by-step guidance, or learn about topics like diversity in STEM or lesson planning? There's an event for that. Head over to our events page to learn more.

    Find an Event

Get advice tailored to you

Have questions about the right pathway for you? Get your questions answered by an expert. You can chat by email, phone, or video conference. Fill out the appointment request form to get started!

Find a STEM teaching program

Ready to start your teacher certification? These teaching programs will get you in the classroom as a STEM teacher.
  • Albertus Magnus Logo
    Albertus Magnus College
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  • Alternative Route to Certification logo
    Alternative Route to Certification
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  • Central Connecticut State University logo
    Central Connecticut State
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  • Eastern Connecticut State University logo
    Eastern Connecticut State
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  • Fairfield University logo

    Fairfield University

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  • Quinnipiac University Logo
    Quinnipiac University
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  • Relay Graduate School
    Relay Graduate School
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  • Sacred Heart University logo
    Sacred Heart University
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  • Southern Connecticut State University logo
    Southern Connecticut State
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  • University of Bridgeport logo
    University of Bridgeport
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  • UCONN Logo

    University of Connecticut
    (Bachelor's + Master's Program)

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  • UCONN Logo

    University of Connecticut
    (Post-Grad Program)

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  • University of Saint Joseph logo
    University of Saint Joseph
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  • Western Connecticut State University logo
    Western Connecticut State
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Our partners

We can't do it alone! Thank you to our partners for supporting STEM education throughout Connecticut.
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  • CT Science Center Logo
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Every Student Deserves a Great STEM Teacher

Calling all future math, science and tech teachers—get a $5,000 scholarship, free 1-on-1 advising and a step-by-step career guide! Plus, you’ll earn a higher salary from day one.

Get the Step-by-Step Guide
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