Getting Started

What TeachNC Offers:

Personalized Guidance: Access one-on-one coaching to help you navigate licensure requirements, program applications, and job searches.

• Licensure Support: Learn the step-by-step process for earning or transferring your teaching license in North Carolina.

• Financial Aid and Scholarships: Explore a wide range of funding options, including loan forgiveness programs, scholarships, and grants.

• Job Board: Find teaching positions in schools across North Carolina and start making an impact in the classroom.

• Free Resources: From test prep materials to resume-building tools, TeachNC offers practical supports to help you succeed.

• A Guide to Licensure: This comprehensive resource gives step-by-step guidance to help you navigate the certification process and start your teaching journey.

Why Teaching Fellows?

Receive up to $5,000 per semester in financial aid

Benefit from unique enrichment experiences at your chosen institution

Join the ranks of a strong program alumni network

Profit from the opportunity to be supported by the New Teacher Support Program, which provides individualized coaching and professional development for beginning teachers

Study at one of ten select educator preparation programs

• Appalachian State

• East Carolina

• Elon University

• Fayetteville College

• Meredith College

• NC A&T

• NC State

• UNC - Chapel Hill

• UNC - Charlotte

• UNC - Pembroke

Application Opens: December 18th through February 28th. APPLY HERE

CFNC: Your Guide to College and Career Planning

CFNC.org is a one-stop resource for college and career planning in North Carolina. Whether you're exploring teaching as a career, searching for financial aid opportunities, or preparing for college admissions. From personalized career assessments to scholarships and loan information, CFNC supports you every step of the way in your journey to becoming an educator.

The College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC) offers a comprehensive suite of services and resources to assist individuals pursuing a teaching career:

• Career Planning Tools: CFNC provides assessments and resources to help you explore teaching as a profession and understand the necessary educational pathways.

• College Search and Application Assistance: Access information on North Carolina colleges and universities, including application guidance and transcript requests.

• Financial Aid Information: Learn about various financial aid options, including scholarships, grants, and loans tailored for future educators.

• Spanish Language Services: Resources and support are available for Spanish-speaking individuals.

Empowering Future Educators: The TEACH Grant Program

The TEACH Grant Program, featured on the Federal Student Aid website, provides financial assistance to students pursuing a teaching career in high-need fields at low-income schools. This program offers grants of up to $4,000 annually in exchange for a service agreement to teach in eligible schools for at least four years. Explore the site to learn about eligibility requirements, the application process, and how the TEACH Grant can support your path to becoming an educator.