As part of the continued investment into Team GCPS, the GCPS Human Resources & Talent Management department is pleased to announce an advanced degree opportunity for paraprofessionals who currently hold a Bachelor's degree (or instructional clerks working directly with students). The PROPEL project, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education, will allow paraprofessionals in the district to work towards earning a Master's of Arts in Teaching (MAT). 

Candidates receive salary and benefits via terms of employment with the district. However, through the PROPEL (Partnership for Residency Opportunities for Paraprofessionals, Educators, and Leader) grant they receive a $5,000 stipend that may be used as determined by the candidate, including educational expenses. P2T residents complete the MAT in Special Education (Adapted OR General Curriculum) and must have a work assignment that aligns with their degree program.

Information sessions for the Georgia State University PROPEL Project will be held on the following dates, via Zoom.

Thursday, August 29th, 5 PM 

Tuesday, September 10th, 10 AM 

Wednesday, October 16th, 5 PM 

Thursday, November 14th, 8 AM