Clone of AARC Application Form

  • Application Form

    All application materials must be completed and non-refundable application fee paid by March 31. Interviews will be scheduled in April, with acceptance determined by May 1. Classes start June 22, 2026.
  • Birth Date *
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  • Race (RA 3.1)*
  • Gender*
  • Format: (000) 000-0000.

  • Choose any areas in which you are currently certified in Connecticut from the list below. Please refer to the CSDE's list of endorsement codes for reference.

  • List of certifications:*
  • I have held a Connecticut teaching certificate for at least 3 years and it is currently active:*
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  • Are you currently working under a DSAP in special education in Connecticut?*
  • Is your district/school paying your tuition directly to AARC? (RA 2.1)*
  • Is your district/school paying your registration fee directly to AARC?*
  • Please note: AARC is working on an agreement to hold in-person classes in the Norwalk area for this cohort beginning June 2026. IF this agreement were finalized, would you be requesting to attend in-person classes in the Norwalk area?*

  • Applicant background (RA 3.1)

  • Professional References

    Please provide two (2) professional references with letters of recommendation that can attest to your ability to demonstrate competence in meeting the standards and dispositions required of a special education teacher. At least one letter MUST be from a current administrator or supervisor and MUST include their intention to support your efforts to meet the requirements of this program. (RA 3.1 RA 1.1 #6)
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  • Upload additional files (RA 3.2)

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  • I have designated my on-site partner in my building. (RA 2.1)*
  • Have you already taken Connecticut's Foundations of Reading test?*
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  • I attest that I have at least three (3) years of successful teaching experience in the past eight (8) years (documented substitute teaching experience and paraeducator experience will be considered.)*
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  • I understand that the AARC program will ask me to complete surveys and/or participate in focus groups based on my experiences and satisfaction with the program. I agree to participate to the extent possible.*
  • I understand that the AARC program will need information from my employer one year after I complete the program in order to meet accreditation requirements and to get their perspective about my preparation in the program. I agree to provide my employer's contact information at that time.*
  • I understand I am expected to complete the program within 14 months from the program start date. If I anticipate needing an extension, I understand this may incur a continuation fee.*

  • Signature

    I certify that all items included with this application are correct and complete. I understand that incomplete information, the withholding of information, or incorrect information may disqualify me for admission into the program. I understand that my completed application and fee are to be submitted by March 31st. I understand that this program is intended to prepare me to apply for a Connecticut cross-endorsement in special education certification. For cross-endorsement status, I understand I will need to complete the program within the 14-month timeline or incur continuation fees, pass Praxis for Special Education, pass Foundations of Reading, and submit all mandated paperwork to the Connecticut State Department of Education.
  • Date*
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  • Application Fee (Non-refundable)

    Payment is due upon submission. Applications without payment will not be reviewed.
  • Is your district paying for your registration?*
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