2025-2026 BJS TEP Application

2025-2026 Boulder Journey School Teacher Education Program Application
Application for the Boulder Journey School Teacher Education Program

in Partnership with

University of Colorado Denver and Colorado Department of Education
Date of Application*

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Full Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Personal Email*
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

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Current Residence Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Current Work Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Do you have a Social Security Number?*
If accepted to the Boulder Journey School Teacher Education Program (Boulder Journey School TEP) will you be able to provide verification of your legal right to work for any employer in the United States?*
How did you find out about this program?*
Have you previously applied to this program?*
PATHWAY INFORMATION:
Which pathway are you applying to?

I am interested in the Residency Pathway.I am interested in the Teacher of Record Pathway. This pathway requires that I am either currently employed or have secured employment for the 2025-2026 school year as a lead/sole teacher in the classroom. Please Note: If staying in your current role is not possible, BJS representatives will discuss the Residency Pathway with you.
Where are you currently employed?
Have you started a discussion with your supervisor about applying for this program?
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Include work history, including volunteer work with children. Employers in this category may be contacted to verify employment dates, and/or as additional references.
PRESENT OR MOST RECENT EMPLOYER
Name*
Employed From*

MonthDayYear
Employed To*

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Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

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Job Title*
Responsibilities*
Supervisor*
Phone Number*
Reason For Leaving*
FORMER EMPLOYER
Name
Employed From

MonthDayYear
Employed To

MonthDayYear
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

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Job Title
Responsibilities
Supervisor
Phone Number
Reason For Leaving
FORMER EMPLOYER
Name
Employed From

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Employed To

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Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

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Job Title
Responsibilities
Supervisor
Phone Number
Reason For Leaving
Do you have additional Employer(s) to add?

YesNo
FORMER EMPLOYER
Name
Employed From

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Address

Street Address

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Job Title
Responsibilities
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Reason For Leaving
FORMER EMPLOYER
Name
Employed From

MonthDayYear
Employed To

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Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Job Title
Responsibilities
Supervisor
Phone Number
Reason For Leaving
FORMER EMPLOYER
Name
Employed From

MonthDayYear
Employed To

MonthDayYear
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Job Title
Responsibilities
Supervisor
Phone Number
Reason For Leaving
Have you ever been dismissed from a job?*

YesNo
Describe the circumstances regarding your dismissal.
Have you ever been dismissed from an educational program?*

YesNo
Describe the circumstances regarding your dismissal.
Is there any additional information we should be aware of that if discovered while you were a member of the Boulder Journey School TEP would discredit the program?*

YesNo
Please provide the additional information.
EDUCATION
Name of College or University where you received your Bachelor's Degree*
Dates Attended*
Date of Graduation*
Degree*
Major*
List any additional Colleges or Universities that you have attended. You are required to submit one official transcript for each College or University attended. Electronic PDF versions are the preferred method and instructions are on the checklist.
List any other degrees that you have earned.
List any additional educational, professional, and personal experiences, including honors.
State any additional information you feel may be helpful to us in considering your application.
TEACHING LICENSE INFORMATION
Have you completed a licensure program, hold a current or expired Teaching License from any state (or for those of you in your final year of your BA program, will you be eligible to hold a Teaching License upon graduation)?

YesNo
You will be asked to sumbit a copy of this license at a later date. If your current or expired teaching license is not from Colorado, you will need to apply for a Colorado teaching license. You will receive support with this process.
From what state?
In what endorsement area(s)?
TEACH Colorado offers up to $100 reimbursement for application fees and/or other scholarships for those who have registered before applying to the BJSTEP. To register, click here.
Have you registered through TEACH Colorado yet?

YesNo
Note: You must register for TEACH Colorado before submitting this application in order to be eligible to apply for application reimbursement/scholarships through TEACH.
Have you started the application process through the Colorado Department of Education?

YesNo
Have you taken the PRAXIS 5024 to apply for your Alternative Teaching License?

YesNo
Please note: While there are different pathways listed on this worksheet, you are required to take PRAXIS 5024 duirng the application process.
What is your pathway?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®)
Have you applied for FAFSA?

YesNo
What is your EFC number as noted on your student aid report? If you do not know your EFC number or if you already hold a teaching license, leave this field blank.
Do you plan on applying?

YesNoI am not sure
REFERENCES
List two people whom we may contact for a professional reference. At least one professional reference must be a direct supervisor:
1.
Name*
Relationship*
Address*
Phone*
Email*
2.
Name*
Relationship*
Address*
Phone*
Email*
Please include the following with this application:
You are required to submit two professional letters of recommendation. While only two letters of recommendation are required, please note that you can choose to submit additional letters and the Boulder Journey School TEP reserves the right to request an additional letter. You can submit your letters with this application or send them separately.
Would you like to submit letters of recommendation digitally?
Professional Letter of Recommendation 1

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Professional Letter of Recommendation 2

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Would you like to submit an additional Letter of Recommendation?
Professional Letter of Recommendation 3

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Professional Letter of Recommendation 4

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Professional Letters of Recommendation

Submit two professional letters of recommendation by email to jody.ogrodnick@boulderjourneyschool.com, or by mail to,

Boulder Journey School c/o Jody Ogrodnick
1919 Yarmouth Ave
Boulder, CO 80304
A digital copy of your resume*

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Letter of Intent Written Statement

The letter of intent should be 2-3 typewritten pages. Please include the following:
- Please address your letter, Dear Boulder Journey School Teacher Education Program Faculty.
- Briefly introduce yourself. Show how your background and experience have prepared you for the program.
- Outline some core values and beliefs - and how they will support your success in the program.
- Tell about your learning goals- what is it you hope to learn from the program, and how you hope to use that new knowledge.
- Give an indication of your career plans and the contributions you hope to make after you complete the program.
Letter of Intent *

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Official Transcripts

Order an official electronic transcript to be sent to jody.ogrodnick@boulderjourneyschool.com from all Colleges/Universities attended. If a College or University does not offer official electronic transcripts, then please have an official transcript mailed to:

Boulder Journey School c/o Jody Ogrodnick
1919 Yarmouth Ave
Boulder, CO 80304
A $75.00 non-refundable application fee, paid by phone at 303-443-8909, or mailed to:

Boulder Journey School c/o Jody Ogrodnick
1919 Yarmouth Ave
Boulder, CO 80304
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APPLICANT’S ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Have you been convicted of a felony (including plea of guilty or no contest) within the last 5 years?*
Attach a written explanation. A conviction may not bar the application, depending on the circumstances.
I understand that the Boulder Journey School TEP includes a teaching practicum. By applying to this Program, I am stating that I am physically and mentally able (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the essential functions of a classroom teacher in an early childhood classroom. I understand that those functions include the ability to work safely and effectively in a fast-paced environment that requires both physical and mental stamina. I am also stating that I am physically and mentally able (with or without reasonable accommodation) to participate in international travel for the Reggio Emilia Study Group component of the Boulder Journey School Teacher Education Program.

I certify that the information given herein is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize the Boulder Journey School TEP to investigate any information, including my employment history, educational background, and record of criminal convictions that it believes is relevant to my application. My former employers, educational institutions, and personal references may provide information that they may have about me in response to inquiry from the Boulder Journey School TEP Representative. I authorize all of my prior employers to release any and all information regarding my employment to the Boulder Journey School TEP, and I release and hold harmless the Boulder Journey School TEP and all of my prior employers from any and all liability resulting from any such release of information. I understand that acceptance to the Boulder Journey School TEP is contingent upon obtaining reference information gained through the above-mentioned reference checks as well as upon the successful completion of a criminal history check.

I understand that false or misleading statements or omissions in the application process (including in my application or during any interview) may result in a refusal to accept my application, or discharge in the event of acceptance.

I understand that I shall be required to provide documentation establishing my legal authorization for employment within the first three days of the school year.

I understand the following:

The Boulder Journey School TEP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Boulder Journey School TEP complies with the law regarding reasonable accommodation for disabled individuals. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the interview process are requested to contact the Boulder Journey School TEP in order to arrange accommodation.

I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application. In addition, I confirm that to the best of knowledge my name has not been placed on the Central Registry as a confirmed perpetrator of child abuse and I have never been convicted of child abuse, or unlawful sexual behavior.

I also authorize the Boulder Journey School TEP to share this application, including all of its components, with any or all of the practicum sites that the BJSTEP partners with as part of the placement process.

I also authorize Boulder Journey School TEP to share this application, including all of its components, with University of Colorado Denver, Colorado Department of Education, or any other related agency we may partner with as part of the application process for the Boulder Journey School Teacher Education Program.

I understand that employment with the practicum sites associated with the Boulder Journey School TEP is at will and may be terminated by me or the School at any time, with or without cause.
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2025-2026 Boulder Journey School Teacher Education Program Application

PATHWAY INFORMATION:

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

PRESENT OR MOST RECENT EMPLOYER

FORMER EMPLOYER

FORMER EMPLOYER

FORMER EMPLOYER

FORMER EMPLOYER

FORMER EMPLOYER

EDUCATION

TEACHING LICENSE INFORMATION

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®)

REFERENCES

APPLICANT’S ACKNOWLEDGEMENT