All About 180 EPP

Our goal is to cultivate exceptional educators who inspire hope, model integrity, and foster fair and supportive classrooms. Our program gives aspiring teachers the real-world experience and mastery needed to earn a Standard Texas Teaching Certificate through a blended cohort and one-year internship.

Become a certified teacher
with ResponsiveEd 180 EPP!

We transform talented graduates into exceptional educators through practical, classroom-centered training.

Free to Apply: Zero upfront fees for applicants.
Blended Learning Model: Balance your schedule with a blend of online and in-person coursework.
One-Year Internship: Earn a full salary and benefits while you serve as a full-time teacher in your own classroom.
Practice-Based Mastery: Focus on essential skills with numerous opportunities to improve.

Gain the Experience You Need to Succeed

Our 18-month program provides the professional training and classroom experience required to earn your Standard Texas Teaching Certificate.

Pre-Service Training: Begin with nine weeks of comprehensive, field-based training in a ResponsiveEd classroom.
One-Year Internship: Lead your own classroom as a full-time teacher with dedicated coaching and development.
Career Placement: Successfully complete your training to be interviewed for a role in one of our TCPA schools.

Teacher Certification Areas:

Core Subjects with Science of Teaching Reading: Early Childhood–6
Mathematics 4–8
Science 4–8
English as a Second Language Supplemental (in conjunction with all certification areas listed above)

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Applications for our next cohort will open in the Summer of 2026.
Be the first to know when the application portal goes live.

Join the Waitlist

Our Educator Preparation Program Includes

Rigorous Selection

We choose candidates based on eligibility requirements and a demonstrated growth mindset.

Practice-Based Training

We cultivate essential instructional skills through robust real-world coursework.

Coaching & Mentoring

We provide targeted support from expert instructors through regular observations.

Earn Great Benefits

As a teacher of record during your internship at a ResponsiveEd Texas College Preparatory Academies (TCPA) campus, you will be eligible to receive:

A starting teacher salary.
The opportunity to grow professionally in a supportive, collegial environment.
In addition to your salary, ResponsiveEd Solutions offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance as well as other optional plans.
A chance to make a real difference in the lives of students who need it most.

Join the Waitlist
& Learn More!

We offer admission on a rolling basis and space is limited in each certification area. We reserve the right to close applications once positions are filled, so join our waitlist today to be first in line when the 2027 Cohort opens.