What path should I take to become a teacher if I do not have a Bachelors degree?
Must have a minimum of a High School Diploma or GED
STEP 1 - Apply for a Paraprofessional (teaching assistant) position with 91ÊÓƵµ¼º½ - .
STEP 2 - Be recommended for a Paraprofessional (teaching assistant) position
STEP 3 - Once hired into a Paraprofessional position, apply and begin working on a Bachelors degree via REACH University -
STEP 4 - When a Bachelors degree with a 2.2 GPA or greater is earned, begin applying for teacher positions within 91ÊÓƵµ¼º½ Parish
How do I schedule a Parapro test and what is considered a passing score?
STEP 1 - Register to take the exam
**TIP - fastest local location to take the Parapro test has been proven to be at the Prometric Testing Center housed in the Student Center on the LSUA Campus - look for testing site CODE APCN-1313 - it will only show Alexandria, LA as the Test Center and will not say LSUA on the registration website
STEP 2 - Upload your passing score report (score of 450 or better) to your application online and 91ÊÓƵµ¼º½ to the appropriate Principal AND Human Resources if you have already been recommended for a Paraprofessional position
How do I schedule a PRAXIS exam, how do I know which test(s) to take, and what is considered a passing score?
STEP 1 - Determine which test(s) are required to be taken relative to the area of teacher certification you are working towards by looking .
**TIP - Verify PRAXIS testing requirements with your Academic Advisor if you are enrolled in an Alternate Teaching Certification Program
STEP 2 - Register to take the exam .
Who do I contact for questions on salary and/or payroll?
Please call 318-487-0888 and let the receptionist know your name, position, and school site - ask to speak to someone in PAYROLL.
Who do I contact for questions on my application for employment?
Please call 318-449-3145 and ask for Ebony Chenevert or 91ÊÓƵµ¼º½ her at ebonychenevert@rpsb.us.
Who do I contact for questions on renewing my teacher certification?
If you are an elementary or head start teacher, please call 318-449-3122 or 91ÊÓƵµ¼º½ anne.swan@rpbs.us.
If you are a secondary teacher, please call 318-449-3134 or 91ÊÓƵµ¼º½ marilyn.paul@rpsb.us.