City University of Seattle - Alternative Route to Residency Certificate

Alternative Route to Teacher Certification with Dual Endorsements

Dual Endorsements in Elementary (K-8) plus Special Education or ELL
Dual Endorsements in Math plus Special Education or ELL

What is an Alternative Route?

The Alternative Route to Dual Endorsement is part of City University of Seattle's Teacher Certification program, and is designed for Para-educators (and others*) seeking a Washington WA Residency Certificate and wish to teach in high needs areas such as Special Education, ELL (English Language Learners) or Math.

Please Note: Funding for this program may be affected by legislative session, please talk to an adviser for current updates on funding for this program.

Is this program for me?

These programs were designed to help paraprofessionals and other experienced professionals become teachers in high needs areas such as Special Education, ELL and Math. Upon successful completion of this program and any state required exams, you will earn a WA Residency Certificate and be dual endorsed to teach in two areas.

Choose the dual endorsement that is right for you.

Elementary (K-8) plus Special Ed. (K12)
Elementary (K-8) plus ELL (K12)
Math plus Special Ed. (K12)
Math plus ELL (K12)

To qualify for this program, you must meet one the of the following criterias.

Route 1: Degree Seeking Candidates: Para-educators currently employed in a public school with 1+ years of experience and a transferable associate's degree. Successful Route 1 students will earn a BA Education and they must meet all BA Ed prerequisites.
Route 2: Para currently employed in a public school with 1+ years of experience; BA or higher from a regionally accredited college
Route 3: Career changers: Experience in the field of Special Education, ELL or Math; Not employed by a school district; BA or higher in the field of Special Education, ELL, Math or a related field
Route 4: Teacher in a public school on a Conditional or Emergency Certificate

Questions? One of our Albright School of Education advisors will be happy to help you through his process. Call 1.888.42.CityU.

What will I learn?

This program offers the flexibility and security of becoming a teacher endorsed to teach in two areas. Candidates will learn the key skills and knowledge required for earning dual endorsements, choosing a combination of Special Education or ELL and Elementary or Math.

Dual Endorsements in Elementary (K-8) plus Special Education (p-12) or ELL
Dual Endorsements in Math (Mathematics, 5-12 or Middle Level Math 4-9) plus Special Education or ELL

What can I do with my degree?

Upon successful completion of this program (and any state required tests), you will be prepared to teach Washington State students in areas of high need.

Five easy steps to get started

If you have college credits, experience and would like to become a teacher, you may be eligible to apply to the Alternative Route program. More info on the Washington’s ALT Route Programs at the PESB website.

Note: To qualify for an Alternative Route program, a candidate working in a school district must submit a signed Letter of Understanding and Support from their district.

Student Information

Phone: 888.42.CityU
Email

District Administrators Contact
Craig Schieber
Phone: 425.709.5414

Stephen Smith
Phone: 425.438.4319