A cohort of 12 occupation-based CTE teachers and 12 employers serving as the externship host will map individualized learning experiences using a hybrid approach of time-based experiences in the workplace with competency-based measures for the occupation in a supervisory capacity. This approach will help the teacher-extern to consider the practical considerations involving CTE students’ workplace learning experiences.
For priority consideration, apply by March 31, 2020.
Benefits for Teachers | Benefits for Employers |
Earn at least a $1000 stipend and up to 6 credits of tuition waived through the University of Louisville Build and renew industry relationships Experience meaningful mentoring and coaching development Better align your CTE programs with industry workforce needs | A full-time, 4-week extern Build and renew CTE and future employee pipeline Market high-growth potential of your future business |
In concert with the regional workforce innovation boards in Kentucky, selection of the 12 occupation-based CTE teachers, who will participate in the externship, will take place through a matching process with employers. This process will be prioritized by:
We are soliciting applications now through April 1, with priority consideration given to those who apply before March 1. Selected participants will be contacted soon after the submission deadline.
The program has 5 overall objectives: to promote student success, to complement the Tech Ready Apprenticeship for Careers in Kentucky (TRACK) program, to align programs to industry workforce needs, to build stronger partnerships between employers and educators, and to improve the quality of occupation-based CTE programs.