Phase 66: Dallas ISD Alternative Certification Program Internship 2026 – 2027

About the role

The Dallas ISD Alternative Certification Program is seeking to attract new educators to the teaching profession. The program prepares candidates to participate in state examination testing through a candidate-focused, interactive, and rigorous approach. GUARANTEED employment for the following content areas: Core Subjects EC-6 with Science of Teaching Reading/Bilingual Core Subjects EC-6 with Science of Teaching Reading/ESL Supplemental English Language Arts and Reading 7-12/ESL Supplemental Math 7-12 Special Education Specialist EC-12.

Responsibilities

• Guaranteed employment for the following content areas: Core Subjects EC-6 with Science of Teaching Reading/Bilingual Core Subjects EC-6 with Science of Teaching Reading/ESL Supplemental English Language Arts and Reading 7-12/ESL Supplemental Math 7-12 Special Education Specialist EC-12.
• One Time Payments Phase 66 - Application Fee: $0Phase I: Content Examination Preparation & Field Based Classroom Observations: $100.00Phase II: Teacher Candidate Preparation Pre-Service Training: $100.00Phase III: Classroom Internship: $800.00 *(payable over 5 months via Dallas ISD payroll deduction during internship)
• Phase I: Content Examination Preparation & Virtual Video-Based Classroom Observations September 2, 2026 - November 4, 2026 Face to Face test prep sessions - mandatory attendance
• Phase II: Pre-Service Training November 12, 2026 - December 10, 2026 (4 weeks) Face to Face preparation - mandatory attendance
• Phase III: Classroom Internship January 2027 - January 2028
• Adhere to all requirements outlined in the Dallas ISD Alternative Certification Candidate Guidebook
• Adhere to the Educator’s Code of Ethics
• Pass state examinations aligned to certification pathways
• Complete all performance benchmarks outlined in the video-based classroom observations syllabus
• Complete all performance benchmarks outlined in training
• Secure a teacher assignment in Dallas ISD for the one-year internship once released by the program
• Participate in all candidate in-service training aligned to standards-based, candidate-focused, performance-based, interactive, rigorous, assessed activities
• Adhere to all District and campus policies and requirements
• Interact regularly and positively with assigned field experiences facilitator and program manager
• Participate in all coaching and feedback sessions aligned with the Dallas ISD Teacher Excellence Initiative (TEI) rubric
• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required
• Teach within the course of study for the subject area at the grade level as prescribed in state law or adopted by the school district
• Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students resolve health, attitude, and learning problems
• Be available for counseling with students and parents before and after school
• Share the responsibility of interpreting the educational programs to the community through such activities as open houses and PTA meetings
• Keep accurate records of student information; compile, maintain and file all reports, records, and other documents required by the school and district
• Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned
• Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position

Requirements

• If an applicant’s bachelor’s degree is from a country outside of the United States candidates must pass all four parts of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL-iBT).
• A Preliminary Criminal History Evaluation (PCHE) is an evaluation of eligibility for a Texas educator certificate based on your self-reported criminal history. As a service to prospective candidates, TEA staff may perform an evaluation for a non-refundable fee of $50. The evaluation is voluntary and non-binding and available on the TEA website.
• Ineligible for the Dallas ISD AC Teacher Program: Applicants currently holding a Texas teacher certificate Applicants who have completed another educator preparation program in the same certification field -Dallas ISD AC Program does not accept other program coursework hours Applicants who have been employed for three years in a public school under a permit or probationary certificate
• Dallas ISD AC Program does not calculate GPAs on behalf of Institutions of Higher Education Dallas ISD AC program does not review the last 60 hours of coursework earned at the institution Dallas ISD AC Program does not accept master’s coursework in lieu of not meeting the required minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA requirement

Qualifications

• Online Application
• Submit current or former supervisor contact information
• Favorable work experience from a current or former supervisor
• Professional Resume
• Bachelor’s degree conferred by an institution of higher education that is recognized by one of the regional accrediting agencies in the THECB . An overall Grade Point Average of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale on bachelor’s degree
• Completion of virtual mock lesson
• Background Check & Fingerprinting
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Have a favorable TExES exam history
• Two (2) official undergraduate transcripts: One set of transcripts is to be opened by the applicant & uploaded to the online TMS application Second set of transcripts is to be sent to Dallas ISD AC department (NOT opened by applicant) and mailed directly to or emailed directly from the universities attended to alternativecertification@dallasisd.org

Pay

• One Time Payments Phase 66 - Application Fee: $0Phase I: Content Examination Preparation & Field Based Classroom Observations: $100.00Phase II: Teacher Candidate Preparation Pre-Service Training: $100.00Phase III: Classroom Internship: $800.00 *(payable over 5 months via Dallas ISD payroll deduction during internship)

Schedule

• Full-time