Checklist to be used in Completion of the MTSU Instructional Leadership (Administrative Licensure Program) Application

The following materials and support documents will be collected during (or before) the end of the first semester of the program. These materials will be part of the requirements for FOED 6020. Incomplete admission may result in suspension from the program until all materials have been submitted.

Required Support Materials for Master’s or Ed.S. Programs

These materials will be collected during the first class of the program:

1. A copy of your current teaching license or a copy of the MAT or GRE Score

2. A copy of your most recent performance evaluation.

3. At least one letter of recommendation from your principal or other supervisor that supports your candidacy. The letter(s) should address your teaching skills and work with students, leadership potential, or other evidence supporting for your entry into the program.

4. An interview form completed by a designee of your school system.

5. An interview completed by a designee of the Leadership Program at MTSU (will be completed during the FOED 6020 class)

These materials will be submitted to the Graduate College:

1. A copy of your current teaching license or a copy of the MAT or GRE Score

2. All transcripts from undergraduate colleges or universities – must be official transcripts

Optional Support Materials (Not Required but May be Used to Support Candidacy)

1. Additional support of teaching excellence – commendations, awards, etc.

2. Additional letters of support for your candidacy from fellow teachers or previous administrators or supervisors.

3. Evidence of professional development – certificates or other documentation of training

4. Student data or work samples that show innovation in teaching ( do not use student names)

5. Evidence of use of technology

6. Evidence of leadership in or out of education

7. Evidence of involvement in school improvement initiatives (SACS, or SIP, or other)

You may choose to submit this supporting material in Vita or Resume format and it will be submitted in the FOED 6020 class.

Additional Requirements

Candidates for the MTSU Leadership Program will also make application to the Graduate College at Middle Tennessee State University. Candidates will be expected to supply official transcripts and other qualifying materials to the Graduate College. Admission to the Graduate College is separate from being accepted to the Leadership Program. For your convenience, Graduate School applications and fees will be collected during the initial class meeting. (There is a $25 application fee to apply to the MTSU Graduate College.)