Workforce Development Program for Texas Panhandle Educators and Businesses
Workforce Solutions Panhandle, in cooperation with Region 16 and Panhandle Community Partnership, will be providing teacher externship experiences in June & July. Teacher Externships offer a unique professional development opportunity connecting the classroom to the workplace. They provide an experience in which teachers spend time in a workplace to learn through direct experience about trends, skill requirements, and opportunities in industries related to their subject in order to enrich and strengthen their teaching and bring relevance to student learning.
FOR EDUCATORS
Participate in an Externship
- $2,000 Workforce Paid Stipend
- Complete 10 days at the assigned employer worksite, with at least 4 hours per day of on-site participation
- Acquire hands-on experience in industries related to your teaching subjects.
- Empower students by integrating career insights and sought-after skills into lesson plans and field trips.
- Earn 43 hours of Continuing Education Units (CEU) through Region 16.
FOR EMPLOYERS
Host an Educator
- Provide a 10 day externship program for educators to gain industry insights and understand effective student preparation.
- Share key insights on workforce needs, industry trends, and critical success skills.
- Connect with influential teachers to promote your company, industry, and attractive career opportunities.
- Contribute actively to talent development by bridging classrooms and careers in a rewarding program.
