Food for Thought - Grants for Educators with and Appetite for Learning

Frequently Asked Questions

What subjects can I teach without having an education degree?
Mathematics, science, special education, foreign language, English as a second language, career and technical.
What are the requirements for teaching in critical needs areas?
- Must have a degree major relevant to the teaching area
- Must be licensable in North Carolina:
- Hold at least a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited university
- Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or have passed the Praxis 1 exams and have attained one of the following:
  1. GPA of at least 3.0 on all work in the senior year
  2. GPA of at least 3.0 in the major, or
  3. GPA of at least 3.0 in a minimum of 15 semester hours of coursework completed in the last 5 years
How do I obtain employment with Wake County Public School System?
1. Complete a WCPSS application.
  Download at www.wcpss.net/employment.html.
  Writing sample is part of the application.
2. Look at job postings.
  Call the job line (850-1800) or view www.wcpss.net/HumanResources/hrjobs.html.
  Updated every Tuesday and Thursday.
3. Communicate with the contact name listed for job openings.
4. Interview for the position.
I don’t have any teaching experience. Am I eligible to participate in the Bridges to Success Network Program?
Yes! The Bridges to Success Network Program was designed to assist mid-career professionals with no teaching experience with their transition to a career in teaching.
How do I apply for the Bridges to Success Network Program?
You must first get a teaching position in Wake County.
Complete a BSN application when you attend the 10-Day Orientation Session
What are the eligibility requirements for the BSN Program?
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree in science, mathematics, business, sociology/psychology, foreign language and English as a Second Language
- Minimum 3.0 GPA in major
- Leadership service experiences
- Evidence of civic commitment (volunteer work, coaching, leadership development programs)
- Outstanding character references
When does the BSN Program begin?
Each cohort group of 50 teachers begins in August of the new school year.
How long does the BSN Program last?
Participation in the Bridges to Success Network Program is for two years.
How long do I have to complete licensure requirements?
The State of North Carolina allows teachers three years to complete all licensure requirements