College of Education and Human Development

Department of Educational Psychology

NXT GEN Teach BRIGHT Fellows

NXT GEN Teach BRIGHT Fellows

NXT GEN Teach is an interdisciplinary preparation program for high intensity social, emotional, and behavioral needs. Become a NXT GEN Teach BRIGHT (Behavioral Resilience and Intensive Growth for High-need Teaching) Fellow to receive funding and interdisciplinary training as you earn your special education teaching license in Emotional or Behavioral Disorders (EBD) and/or Academic and Behavior Strategist (ABS) along with your masters degree in special education. 

BRIGHT Fellows receive generous financial assistance in addition to NXT GEN supports:

  • $20,000 per year as a scholarship for tuition with up to $5,000 available per year for summer tuition and fees
  • Up to $1,500 per year for flexible support (e.g., laptop, books, professional development, travel between sites for fieldwork, childcare during evening coursework, test or licensing fees)

NXT GEN Teach scholars will become more effective in proactively leading team-initiated data-based problem solving in schools to prevent and address high intensity social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students with disabilities. Our teacher licensure program is delivered fully online and designed for working school professionals who want to continue working while advancing their education.

    Program expectations

    Program expectations

    • Attend classes online, primarily scheduled for Tuesday and Thursday evenings
    • Maintain employment with a school system that allows flexibility for required field experiences
    • Meet all university and state requirements for teacher licensure
    • Remain working in special education after completion as part of the funding service agreement
    Eligibility

    Eligibility

    • Already hold a bachelor’s degree
    • Experience with individuals with disabilities in or outside of school systems
    • Committed to working as a special education teacher
    • Must meet admission criteria for the special education MEd program
    How to apply

    How to apply

    • Apply by March 1 (priority deadline) or April 1 (final deadline to be considered for this funding)
    • Contact NXT Gen Teach Project Directors for application information