Teacher Training Institute at BB&N
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Thank you for your interest in the Teacher Training Institute at Buckingham Browne & Nichols, a collaborative internship program between BB&N’s Lower School and Lesley University. This fall marks the 31st year of the program at BB&N; well over 500 teachers have graduated from the program during that time. Buckingham Browne & Nichols (BB&N) is an energetic and vibrant community of learners, who are truly excited about the educational experience. BB&N is a coeducational day school in Cambridge, Mass., whose mission is to foster intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and a deep concern and respect for others. The educational program provides a rigorous core curriculum, taught in flexible and innovative ways, which is strengthened by its commitment to the arts and athletics. In cooperation with Lesley University, BB&N offers a 12- or 15-month, site-based teacher licensure and Master’s degree program in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education. We believe our Teacher Training Institute offers a superb way to train teachers whether you are in the beginning stages of the profession or are currently a certified teacher. By the end of the academic year, teachers-in-training have taught in virtually every subject area studied in grades PreK-6, participated in curriculum design, created professional portfolios, joined parent conferences, and back-to-school nights, and written student assessments. “I can’t imagine a more effective, nurturing, and safe environment to challenge yourself, take risks, and prepare yourself to have your own classroom.” – Ben Goldhaber The ProgramLesley University School of Education’s affiliations with six independent schools and one public school system offer students the opportunity to complete a 15-month field placement while taking graduate education courses. Leading to a Master’s degree and teacher certification, these programs connect theory with practice in a comprehensive manner, and include courses and seminars held at each school site as well as at the Lesley University campus in Cambridge.Designed for people with no previous teaching experience, these programs are completed in approximately 12-14 months, beginning in the summer and finishing at the end of the following summer, with the exception of the program at Brookline, which lasts two years. Student-teacher interns in the Collaborative Internship Program actively participate in all aspects of school and classroom life: working with students, developing curriculum, participating in teacher-parent conferences, and joining in many other school activities. The Collaborative Internship Program gives students a comprehensive teacher education experience. Program DescriptionBB&N offers three programs of study each leading to full Massachusetts licensure and a Master’s in Education:
Students are fully immersed in the classroom under the tutelage of an experience masters teacher, who is responsible for a grade or specific subject. By the end of the academic year, teachers-in-training have taught in virtually all homeroom disciplines (language arts, math and social studies) in two separate grade placements. They have also participated in curriculum design, created professional portfolios, joined parent conferences and back to school nights, and written student assessments. Graduates of the BB&N Teacher Training Institute teach in both independent and public school settings and are eligible for teacher licensure in approximately 40 states. Graduates of the BB&N program have excellent job placement upon graduation. "My mentor teachers – all three of them – exceeded my expectations. They are tremendously knowledgeable and have exceptional presence and poise in the classroom.” – Maura Pritchard Admissions and Program Requirements:BB&N invites you to apply to the Teacher Training Institute. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from an accredited college or university, prior experience working with children, and a commitment to working in teams. The connections between our faculty and students are at the heart of our school. We ask members of our community to be engaged learners, compassionate individuals, and productive citizens who live our school’s motto: “Honor, Scholarship, Kindness.”Application Process:
A completed application includes a Lesley University application (see right column of this page to download the application), a personal statement, official transcripts, two letters of recommendation, resumé and a $40.00 application fee payable to Buckingham Browne & Nichols. All of this information should be sent directly to Buckingham Browne & Nichols. In addition, a personal, on-campus interview at BB&N’s Lower School is required. You may schedule this interview at your convenience by calling Beverly Malone at 617-800-2466. Please note that the non-refundable $50.00 application fee to Lesley University is NOT collected unless you are accepted to Buckingham Browne & Nichols. Buckingham Browne Nichols School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, national origin or ancestry, veteran's status, sexual orientation, or any non-job related physical or mental disability. We welcome candidates who will increase our diversity; we encourage candidates of color to apply. If accepted at BB&N, the students’ application materials are forwarded to the Lesley University Admissions Committee. Once a student has been accepted by both institutions, a formal letter of admittance is issued. Note: When filling out the Lesley University application it asks for the SEMESTER you will begin. You should enter Summer 2009. If you are considering financial aid or grants, Lesley University suggests you apply at the same time as you submit your application. Please contact the Lesley University Financial Aid office directly (see link at right). Tuition and Financial AidTuition for the Teacher Training at BB&N is divided among institutions:BB&N: Tuition is $5,000. This is paid directly to BB&N and includes Practicum, seminar and four additional graduate courses for a total of 18 graduate credits. One half ($2,500) is due November 15th and the remaining half is due by March 15th. Please note: If enrolled in the moderate disabilities program, the tuition is $2,500 due to the fact that students have ½ year at the Carroll School. Lesley University: Tuition is $765 per credit. Students take 18 credits during the 12- or 15-month program at Lesley University. Affiliation Fee is $650. This is changed to the student when they register for the practicum. Financial AidInformation for Lesley University Financial Aid is available online (see link at right). Students should apply for financial aid concurrently with the initial application to the program. April 1st is the deadline for processing a loan for summer courses. May 1st is the deadline for processing a loan for September.Buckingham Browne & Nichols has a scholarship covering part or all of the $5,000 tuition for under-represented people in early childhood and elementary education. The school is also able at times, to cover the cost of one or more courses at Lesley University for early childhood, elementary, or moderate disabilities students. Contact the program’s director, Beverly Malone, for more information. Current cost of a course at Lesley University is $2,205. Contact InformationBeverly Schmitt Malone, DirectorTeacher Training Institute at BB&N 10 Buckingham Street Cambridge MA 02138 Phone: 617-800-2466 Fax: 617-492-2729 beverly_malone@bbns.org |