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The associate degree scholarship recipients working towards an associate degree in child development or early childhood education.  Eligible degree plans include Associate of Applied Science in Child Development, Associates in Early Childhood Education, or an equivalent.   

Scholarship recipients are required to be supported by their employer.  Your sponsoring employer will complete part of the application and commit to covering a portion of the cost for each scholarship model.   

TEACH covers 90% of the cost of 1-2 classes per semester.  Scholarships run on a one-year contract and include 3 semesters.  During that contract year, Associate degree recipients must complete a minimum of 9 credit hours, which is a minimum of one class semester.  The sponsoring employer and recipient each cover 5% of tuition and books.   

Scholarship contracts are renewable each year if recipients fulfill scholarship requirements and continue to meet eligibility requirements.  The scholarship recipient agrees to remain employed at their program for a specific period time at the completion of each scholarship contract.  Scholarship recipients are eligible for financial supports including travel stipends each semester, contract completion awards and employment commitment awards.  

  T.E.A.C.H. Scholarship  Sponsoring Employer  Scholarship Recipient 
Tuition and Books  90%  5%  5% 
Travel Stipend  $200 / semester  NA  NA 
Release Time  $22 / hour  Up to 4 hours per week   
Contract Completion Award  $350  NA  9-15 credit hours 
Commitment Completion Award  $500  $300 bonus or 2% raise  Remain employed with sponsoring employer for 12 months 

 

Eligibility 

  • Work 30 hours per week in a licensed childcare center or licensed or registered family childcare home 
  • Earn $20 or less per hour 
  • Have a high school diploma or GED 
  • Be a Texas resident 

Commitment from Sponsoring Employer 

Scholarship recipients are required to be sponsored by their employer.   

Sponsoring Employer responsibilities include: 

  • Completing a portion of the T.E.A.C.H. scholarship application   
  • Responsible for 5% portion of tuition and books 
  • Provide up to 4 hours of release time per week for the scholarship recipient during the academic semester. Sponsoring employers are eligible for release time reimbursements. Click here to learn more about release time.   
  • Provide a one-time $300 bonus OR 2% raise at the completion of the 6-month commitment period 

Required Documents 

The application will require the following documents to be uploaded: 

  • High school diploma or GED certificate  
  • Recent paystub or Schedule C 
  • Documents to verify eligibility to work in the United States (e.g driver’s license, social security card, birth certificate, passport, work visa, etc.) 
  • Any college transcripts, if applicable

Apply Texas 

You will need to select a community college.  A list of community colleges with eligible degree plans can be found on the College and University directory.  

To apply to the college, applicants must apply through ApplyTexas .  It is recommended that you apply to the community college you want to attend at the time of completing your T.E.A.C.H. scholarship application.  

Federal Financial Aid 

Applicants are strongly encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). For more information, click here.  

Texas Early Childhood Professional Development System (TECPDS)  

Applicants must have an active account with the Texas Early Childhood Professional Development System (TECPDS).  If you do not have an account, you can click here to create a free account.  Applications cannot be submitted without providing a TECPDS account number.