WHY TEACH AGRICULTURE?

Connecticut Teach Ag would like to shed some light on the various pathways our educators take in entering the education field.  Check out our current Ag Teacher Spotlight video story below.  Then, click on the images to read about others currently in the classroom.

Select the image of one of our amazing AgriScience teachers to read about their unique story.

Agriculture Education Jobs in Connecticut
Connecticut Agriculture Science and Technology Education jobs are posted throughout the year on CTREAP, with the majority of postings during the spring. Here are the steps to searching the listings:
  1. Create an account - https://www.ctreap.net/
  2. Click "Job Search" from the options grid
  3. Select "Agriculture" as the subject area 
  4. Select "Search"​
Connecticut Agriculture Educator Pathways
The Connecticut State Department of Education is the agency that regulates teacher licences. Be sure to check their website for official licensing information. 
University of Connecticut | Minor in Agriculture Learning and Outreach
                                                           | Teacher Certification Program for College Graduates (TCPCG)
Year 1-4
Students work to achieve a Bachelor of Science in an Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources degree program; through the University of Connecticut or another accredited college. In the fall of their Senior year (by December 1st)  students apply to enter the Neag School of Education as a Graduate student.
Year 5
Agriculture Education is offered through the Waterbury and Downtown Hartford campuses. Teacher Certification Program for College Graduates (TCPCG) students start the first summer session after graduating in May. TCPCG is a twelve month, full time commitment for two summer sessions and two full-time semesters. Students complete courses and projects during the summer to prepare for student teaching. Student teaching occurs during the Fall semester and additional school-based experience continues into the Spring semester. Course work and seminar interaction with other student teachers is included in each semester.
Additional ConnecticuT Teaching career resources & Programs
Connecticut Troops to Teachers is a program for all service members and Veterans to receive assistance in transitioning their leadership, core values and acquired skills to a career in teaching.

​Educator Preparation Providers (EPPs) and Programs in Connecticut
The Connecticut State Board of Education (SBE) has approved a variety of educator preparation programs offered at the educator preparation providers (EPPs), including alternate route to certification (ARC) programs. Using the links on the CT Department of Education website, you can go to individual EPPs and explore what each has to offer. You will also find program offerings for each EPP in the Guide to Educator Preparation Programs in Connecticut (link to this document found here).
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