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Leap to Teacher program for paraprofessionals

The Joseph S. Murphy Institute for Worker Education at CUNY is offering the Leap to Teacher program for paraprofessionals interested in continuing their higher education.

New York State requirements for paraprofessionals

In order to be permanently appointed as a paraprofessional you must hold a New York State Education Department Teaching Assistant Certificate Level 1.

Leap to Teacher program for paraprofessionals

The Joseph S. Murphy Institute for Worker Education at CUNY is offering the Leap to Teacher program for paraprofessionals interested in continuing their higher education.

ALST preparation workshop open to paraprofessionals

The CUNY Joseph S. Murphy Institute is hosting a free ALST preparation workshop for LEAP to Teacher participants. This workshop is open to paraprofessionals.

Upcoming certification workshops for paraprofessionals

The UFT is holding certification workshops for paraprofessionals in all five borough offices. These workshops are for paraprofessionals who have received a letter from the DOE notifying them about possible termination due to outstanding certification requirements.