W. Va. Code R. agency 126, tit. 126, ser. 126-114, app A
A teacher residency program is a school-based teacher preparation program offered in partnership with a county in which a prospective teacher:
A. is selected through a rigorous admissions process that is designed to:
a. attract candidates with the ability to acquire the skills needed to support student learning and positively impact pre-k-12 student achievement;
b. support the data-driven human capital needs of the county partnering with the program; and
c. prioritize recruitment of individuals who reflect the communities in which they will teach and from underrepresented populations in the teaching profession.
B. teaches alongside an effective teacher of record, for not less than two consecutive semesters, who meets WVBE requirements as determined by policy.
C. receives concurrent instruction as part of a cohort of residents during the year:
a. through courses that may be taught by county-designated personnel and/or by faculty of the EPP that integrate pedagogy, classroom practice, and promote effective teaching skills; and
b. in the content area in which the teacher will become certified or licensed.
D. acquires effective teaching skills, as demonstrated through completion of a residency program, or other measure determined by the WVBE, which includes a TPA.
E. receives support from effective and experienced cooperating teachers:
a. who were carefully selected based on measures of teacher effectiveness and appropriate subject area knowledge; and
b. who receive training and compensation for serving as cooperating teachers.
F. is included in the county induction program and pre-k-12 school induction programs process for support.
Developed by: National Center for Teacher Residencies (NCTR) and West Virginia Department of Education
W. Va. Code R. agency 126, tit. 126, ser. 126-114, app A