Requirements:
2 phase process:
1. The
candidate must first complete the application, which is
available on the South Carolina Teaching Fellows website.
In addition, the applicant must send in an official
transcript and three references on the official forms.
2.
In December
the applicant will be notified if he or she has been chosen
to attend a regional interview in January. The interview is
meant to assess communication skills and commitment and
knowledge of the teaching field. It also requires the
applicant to complete a 30 minute writing response to an
education-based prompt.
The
interviews and essays are then scored and those with the
highest composite score receive the scholarship.
Application Tips From CofC Fellows:
- “Brush up on educational current events.”
- “If you are sure you want to go into the education field, do it! “
- “Practice what you’re going to say for your speech. Use note cards if you need them.”
- “Ride with a friend or family member—they can help you from getting nervous on the way there.”
- “Be confident in your ideas and answers—you’ve gotten this far.”
- “Have good eye contact.”
- “Know the location of the school and give yourself plenty of time. The last thing you want to be worrying about is being late.”
- “Bring some breath mints—just in case!”
- “Practice what you’re going to say before you get there.”
- “Know that you are surrounded by people who want to see you succeed.”
