ITEP Philosophy
The Indigenous Teacher Education Project (ITEP) was founded in 2016, through a grant from the US Department of Education. Our mission is to increase the number of Indigenous teachers serving Indigenous students, schools, and communities. Through the two-year program, cohorts of Indigenous pre-service teachers complete an Elementary Education degree, with a focus on Indigenous Education, and graduate with a teaching certificate. Below you will find FAQs and if you are interested in the ITEP program, you can view the application process, if you have any questions please do let us know!
ITEP Philosophy
ITEP aims to address the Indigenous teacher shortage in Arizona by providing support to future Indigenous educators in their final two years of the University of Arizona’s Elementary Education program. ITEP supports students' development of values and philosophy as related to the values of their respective Indigenous communities.
Join the Movement
ITEP is looking for applicants for our Fall 2024 and Fall 2025 Cohort! Are you ready to begin your career as an Indigenous educator? Submit unofficial transcripts to academic advisor, Alex Nichelson