New to teaching? Get career advice and answers. With 1-on-1 and group advising, we’ve got flexible options to fit your life.
Get advice and info, based on where you’re starting and where you want to be. Talk to a coach 1-on-1 or join a group advising session, so you can take the next step in your journey with confidence.
TeachDFW coaches are certified teachers. If you’re new to teaching, they can help you with questions like:
Plus, when you sign up with a coach, you’ll get access to every TeachDFW product and service — all completely free.
Not sure if a 1-on-1 call is right for you? Group advising sessions are also a great way to learn about becoming a teacher.
Group sessions are held monthly and cover topics like:
Every group call includes a Q&A session! Bring any questions that are top-of-mind for you. You can always schedule a 1-on-1 call if you think of more questions later.
To join a group session: Click the “Sign Up” button to open the group advising Eventbrite page. There, you can click “Select a date” and choose the session that works best with your schedule.
Scheduling a coaching session is easy! Just follow these simple steps:
Coaching is available to anyone brand-new to teaching — without a teaching credential or experience as a lead teacher in any state — who is living in the U.S., or is a U.S. citizen living abroad. If you’re not eligible for coaching, you can learn more about becoming a DFW teacher with the TeachDFW Certification Guide or from the Texas Education Agency.
Hello! I am a third grade reading teacher (with previous experience as a fourth grade math teacher) at an elementary school in DFW. I completed a residency program at Southern Methodist University and earned my Master of Education. I am certified in EC-6 Core Subjects and English as a Second Language (ESL). I enjoy helping others learn about the education profession and how to become a teacher.
Athenya is currently a High School Family Consumer Science teacher. She's also a former Second Grade teacher with fifthteen plus years of teaching experience. Athenya was named Teacher of the Year (2018-2019). She received her M.Ed in Instructional Design and Technology from West Texas A & M University. She also participated in an alternative certification program. She’s certified in (EC-4) Generalists and Family Consumer Science (6-12). Athenya is eager to share her expertise with future teachers.
Elena is a dedicated and passionate educator with 19 years of experience in education, committed to fostering a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for students to thrive. She believes in the power of education to inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and personal growth. She is very enthusiastic and looks forward to helping you explore different options to join the teaching profession.
Hello! I am a third grade reading teacher (with previous experience as a fourth grade math teacher) at an elementary school in DFW. I completed a residency program at Southern Methodist University and earned my Master of Education. I am certified in EC-6 Core Subjects and English as a Second Language (ESL). I enjoy helping others learn about the education profession and how to become a teacher.
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