School of Communication, Humanities & Social Sciences (CHSS)

Description

CNM offers a state-accredited program based on The National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) standards for Alternative Teacher Licensure  with certificates in, Elementary Education , Secondary Education , and Special Education . For students currently in the Alternative Teacher Licensure Program or licensed teachers, CNM offers coursework that can be applied to endorsements in Gifted Education, Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) and Bilingual Education.

Special Requirements

Students must complete a separate application process for the Alternative Teacher Licensure Program.

• Alternative Teacher Licensure Program (ATLP) Application

Application requirements include:

• Submission of official transcript to CNM Records Office confirming Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Passing score on New Mexico Teacher Assessment (NMTA) Basic Skills exam
• GPA of 3.0 on highest degree earned (or passing score on NMTA Content Knowledge exam)
• Ability to pass a Criminal Background Check

Career and Educational Opportunities

Employment Information

Upon successful completion of this certificate program and required state exams, candidates are eligible to apply for a Level I Provisional Teaching License. Teaching remains a high demand field in New Mexico, especially in the areas of bilingual elementary, secondary (math or science), and special education. The starting salary for teachers in New Mexico public schools is $30,000. Within seven years of teaching, teachers can earn a base salary of $50,000.

• Gainful Employment information is available from Job Connection Services.
• Direct Subsidized Loans: 150 percent rule.