APPEL Program

The Jordan School District APPEL program is currently open exclusively to individuals who hold an awarded Associate Educator License (AEL) with the USBE and are employed in a teaching position within our school district. For those initiating the AEL process, we recommend considering licensure in the following areas: Secondary Math and Science, Career and Technical Education (CTE), and Special Education (APPEL program is administered by the USBE not JSD). Opportunities in Elementary, Early Childhood, English, and History are highly competitive. Prospective candidates are advised to pursue these areas through a university program to enhance their selection prospects.

Routes to Licensure

• Many Utah Colleges/Universities offer programs that lead to a Master's degree with Professional Educator Licensure. Each school has different requirements to enroll and some only offer certain endorsement areas. Below are links to some of the programs available:

• University of Utah
• Utah State University
• Westminster College
• Western Governors University

• You must have an Associate Educator License awarded by the Utah State Board of Education (USBE), have been offered and accepted a teaching position with Jordan School District, and currently not be enrolled in a University Program that leads to Utah Educator License.

• To apply for the APPEL program, follow these steps:

  1. Apply for Associate Educator License with USBE
  2. Apply for positions at JSD
  3. Be hired by JSD and enroll in APPEL program by attending New Hire Onboarding appointment
  4. Complete all USBE Licensing Requirements

Pros/Cons

• Pros:

  • Receive a Master's Degree with your Professional Educator License
  • May be eligible for level increase on salary schedule once Master's Degree is awarded (see DP309 NEG – Salary Guidelines)
  • Program progress will be recognized and accepted by all Utah school districts

• Cons:

  • Initial cost is higher for Master's program
  • Acceptance to College/University required

• Cons:

  • USBE licensure requirements through APPEL may change at any time
  • Program progress may not be recognized by another school district or state
  • This may require educators to re-do requirements in order to earn their Professional License through another LEA's licensure program
  • Does not lead to University degree

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