Whether you're ready to become a classroom teacher or looking to support student success as a paraprofessional, RVCC offers practical training programs that help you take the next step into education.
Teaching is more than a career—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. Our Pathways to Teaching programs provide flexible, affordable training for aspiring educators and classroom support professionals. Whether you’re pursuing New Jersey’s Alternate Route to Teaching or preparing for a role as a paraprofessional, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to succeed in today’s classrooms.
Introduction to Teaching: 50-Hour Preservice Course (ART-CC)
Training Level 1: Essential classroom foundations
Training Level 2: Advanced professional learning
Training Level 3: Content-specific expertise
The Introduction to Teaching: 50 Hour Preservice Course is the first step for individuals pursuing New Jersey’s Alternate Route to Teaching certification pathway. Designed for candidates who hold a bachelor’s degree, this course explores the teaching profession while satisfying the required preservice training component needed to obtain a Certificate of Eligibility.
Participants complete classroom instruction, observation hours, and clinical experiences while preparing for continued Alternate Route coursework through Brookdale Community College.
This three-level professional development program prepares current and aspiring paraprofessionals, substitute teachers, and classroom assistants to effectively support students and educators.
The training progresses from foundational classroom practices to advanced instructional strategies and specialized student support techniques.
The Introduction to Teaching: 50 Hour Preservice Course provides the required preservice training for candidates pursuing New Jersey’s Alternate Route teacher certification process.
PT103 – 50 hours
Course Fee: $350
Instructor: Dr. Kathryn Suk
Dates: 9/19, 9/23, 10/3, 10/7, 10/17, 10/21, 11/14, 11/18, 12/2, and 12/12
Schedule: Wednesdays, 6-9 pm and Saturdays, 9 am-12 pm
Location: Wednesdays, Zoom and Saturdays, on campus
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Last day to register is September 18, 2026.
To become eligible for employment as an Alternate Route teacher in New Jersey, candidates must:
Dr. Kathryn Suk brings more than 27 years of educational experience and is herself a graduate of the Alternate Route program. Her career spans K-12 education, educational leadership, and nearly two decades preparing future educators at the community college level.
Qualified classroom assistants are increasingly important members of today’s educational teams. This professional development series helps participants build the skills needed to support student success in inclusive learning environments.
Introduces the core responsibilities, expectations, and professional practices required of successful paraprofessionals.
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Builds upon foundational knowledge with advanced classroom support strategies and student-centered instructional techniques.
Registration Closed
Level 3 provides specialized training in high-demand classroom support areas.
PT003 – 9 Hours
Course Fee: $119*
Instructor: Dr. Sandra Lynch
Date: June 2, 9, and 16
Day: Tuesday
Time: 4:00-7:00 pm
Location: Manville High School Media Center
Register: Call 908-526-1200 x8983 or email kathryn.suk@raritanval.edu
Last day to register is June 1, 2026.
This program is ideal for:
*A limited number of students will receive an $89 scholarship and pay only $30 for this course!
Dr. Sandra Lynch brings more than 28 years of experience in special education, student support services, educational leadership, and educator preparation. Her expertise includes inclusive education, transition planning, behavior supports, and professional development.
Interested in becoming a teacher, paraprofessional, or classroom support professional? Contact the Workforce Training Center for information about program requirements, registration, certification pathways, and upcoming offerings.
