What is the T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® Utah Scholarship?

WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR A T.E.A.C.H. SCHOLARSHIP?

Early childhood professionals working directly with young children, or those who supervise these caregivers/teachers or own a program offering care and teaching to young children, who also meet the following:

• Resident of Utah
• Have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited school
• Work a minimum of 30 hours per week
• Have the desire to complete higher education credits

Once you apply, you are put on a waiting list until your application is processed in full. When a spot is open that you are eligible for, you may begin your scholarship journey as soon as your contract is signed and received in our office. 

Ready to apply? You may download your application below and mail OR scan and email it in to T.E.A.C.H. as indicated on the form, or apply online and include the required & completed forms below:

Download an application

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Apply online

Center Participation Agreement **

Release/Sharing of Info Form **

Personal Responsibilities Agreement**

** Have these completed and ready to upload when specified on the online application.

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Why sponsor a T.E.A.C.H. scholarship recipient:  

• Children and families benefit: When teachers have more education and experience, the quality of the early childhood program increases and child outcomes improve.
• Teachers benefit: Teachers become more confident and competent as their understanding of child development and curriculum grows.
• Programs benefit: programs have greater percentages of teachers with early childhood degrees, employee turnover is lower. Participating programs may also be eligible for a higher rating on the state CAC Quality Rating System.
• Society benefits: More children are eager to learn. They are ready for successful entry into public school and the rest of their lives. 

Employers who sponsor scholarships are key to staff members successfully accomplishing credits toward a college degree. We couldn't run our program without you!

We currently partner with three Institutions of Higher Education for our scholarship recipients to attend. Click on each one to learn more about their Early Childhood Associate Degree Programs :

Salt Lake Community College

Weber State University

Dixie State University

 T.E.A.C.H offers financial support to pay for classes, books, and travel as well as paid release time from work.  

 T.E.A.C.H makes it possible for teachers to gain necessary education about child development and early learning. Teachers can put their new knowledge and skills to work in the classroom immediately! 

 T.E.A.C.H rewards teachers with a bonus upon completion of each contract, encourages employers to increase pay for employees who have completed more education, and works to get higher compensation and greater respect for early childhood professionals through advocacy efforts. 

  T.E.A.C.H. expects scholars to commit themselves to continued work through the programs sponsoring their scholarships. 

Our T.E.A.C.H. Counselor will support the overall success of each scholar through individual outreach, cheerleading, mentoring, and encouragement through the education process.