Eligible Employment Fields: Teachers in math or science
URL: https://www.ache.edu/index.php/alabama-math-and-science-teacher-education-program-amstep/
Amount: $2,500 a year, up to $5,000 a year if teaching math or science in geographic areas with acute shortages
Description:
Recognizing the shortage of public high school math and science teachers across the state, the 2018 Alabama Legislature passed into law this federal loan repayment program. AMSTEP has a two-fold mission: to encourage individuals to enroll in and complete programs leading to Alabama certification in mathematics or science; and to improve the educational system in Alabama by encouraging those who complete the program to accept math or science teaching positions in Alabama public schools, preferably in public school systems where the shortage of math or science teachers, or both, is most acute.
Requirements:
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Graduate of an ALSBE-approved program in math or science (from Spring 2018 onward)
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Holds a valid Alabama professional educator certificate in secondary math or science
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Teaching math or science full-time in an Alabama public or charter school
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Resident of Alabama for at least 12 months before applying, with proof of permanent connection to Alabama
Application Deadline:
None
Program Status: Active