Application Process
STEP 1: READ THIS WEBSITE
Before you do anything else, carefully read through the material on this website and familiarize yourself with the details of the program.
STEP 2: APPLY TO ONE OF THE PARTICIPATING COMMUNITY COLLEGES: BATON ROUGE, BOSSIER PARISH, DELGADO, NUNEZ, OR RIVER PARISHES AND CHECK YOUR ELIGIBILITY
Candidates applying to Louisiana TeachNext must first be admitted to one of the participating community colleges.
To make sure you meet the program requirements, thoroughly read the Eligibility Requirements listed on our website.
If you still have questions about your specific situation, please contact the representative at the college of your choice:
Baton Rouge Community College
AST Coordinator: Dr. Idell Adams
(225) 216-6802
Bossier Parish Community College
AST Coordinator: Ms. Angie Bales
(318) 678-6270
Delgado Community College
AST Coordinator: Mr. Sean Martin
(504) 671-5441
Nunez Community College
AST Coordinator: Ms. Tonia Loria
(504) 278-7485
River Parishes Community College
AST Coordinator: Ms. Julie Sullivan
(225) 675-0242
STEP 3: COMPLETE THE LOUISIANA TEACHNEXT APPLICATION
A complete application to Louisiana TeachNext, consists of the following:
1. Louisiana TeachNext Application
Complete all parts of the program application. Applications can be completed online and can also be downloaded from this website. Applications are also available at the following locations:
Baton Rouge Community College Office of Enrollment Services
201 Community College Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Bossier Parish Community College Admissions & Registrar’s Office
6220 East Texas Street, Bldg F, Emmett E. Cope Student Services Building
Bossier City, LA 71111
Delgado Admissions Offices:
City Park
615 City Park Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70119
West Bank
2600 General Meyer Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70114
Northshore/Covington
207 E. Lockwood Street
Covington, LA 70433
Northshore/Slidell
320 Howze Beach Road
Slidell, LA 70461
Nunez Admissions Office
3710 Paris Road
Chalmette, LA 70043
River Parishes Community College Office of Student Services
7384 John LeBlanc Road
Sorrento, Louisiana
2. Resume
Alternatively, a detailed response to the resume portion of the Louisiana TeachNext application may be provided if an applicant does not have a current resume available.
3. Personal statement
Submit a typed response to the personal statement question asked in the Louisiana TeachNext application. Please note: The personal statement is an important component of the application process and is used to determine whether an applicant is a good fit for the Associate of Science in Teaching degree program. This statement will be read and assessed by Louisiana TeachNext staff for content as well as structure. Therefore, we encourage applicants to take time when writing the personal statement and to proofread carefully for grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
4. Letter of recommendation
Submit one letter of recommendation from an individual who can attest to your character. Appropriate individuals include: a current or former employer, supervisor, teacher, community or religious leader. Note: Family members are not permitted to write the letter on your behalf.
STEP 4: SUBMIT YOUR COMPLETED APPLICATION
All completed Louisiana TeachNext applications should be submitted to the college where you are enrolled.
Please mail your application to one of the following five participating colleges:
Baton Rouge Community College
Attn: Dr. Idell Adams
201 Community College Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Bossier Parish Community College
Attn: Ms. Angie Bales- Behavioral Science
6220 East Texas Street
Bossier City, LA 71111
Delgado Community College
Attn: Mr. Sean Martin
615 City Park Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70119
Nunez Community College
Attn: Ms. Tonia Loria
3710 Paris Road
Chalmette, LA 70043
River Parishes Community College
Attn: Ms. Julie Sullivan
7384 John LeBlanc Blvd.
Sorrento, LA 70778
Applications are currently being accepted and reviewed by program staff. Individuals are encouraged to apply early in order to maximize planning time and the opportunity to meet with college advisors.
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