Delaware

In Delaware, Relay offers Master of Arts in Teaching programs with the option to pursue certification, a non-degree certification only program, and an Advanced Certificate program.

Join our diverse community of practitioners focused on achievement, equity, and well-being of students and teachers.

Our Programs

Relay offers a variety of practice-based programs where aspiring and current teachers develop their skills to ensure that all students thrive.

Graduate Degree

Master of Arts in Teaching

  • Teaching Residency
  • MAT Degree
  • Certification Option

This represents our program as of Academic Year 2024-25.

Audience

Aspiring Teachers

Duration

6 Terms
(Typically 2 years)

Credits

32-39

degree programs

32 credits

MAT in Elementary Education 

MAT in English Language Arts Education 

MAT in Mathematics Education 

MAT in Science Education

MAT in Social Studies Education 

39 credits

MAT in Special Education

CERTIFICATION ENDORSEMENT AREAS

Students may elect to pursue their teacher certification in one of the following areas. Certification must correspond with the content of their degree program.

Elementary Teacher (Grades K-6)

Middle Level English Language Arts Teacher

Middle Level Mathematics Teacher

Middle Level Science Teacher

Middle Level Social Studies Teacher 

Secondary English Language Arts Teacher

Secondary Mathematics Teacher

Secondary Science Teacher - Biology

Secondary Science Teacher - Chemistry

Secondary Science Teacher - Earth Science

Secondary Science Teacher - Integrated Science

Secondary Science Teacher - Physics

Secondary Science Teacher - Physical Science

Secondary Social Studies Teacher

Only MAT in Special Education students may earn the following certification. They must also choose a secondary certification endorsement related to the content area in which they teach:

Special Education Teacher of Students with Disabilities

Tuition & Fees

Relay programs operate on a fee-per-credit model. To learn more, see the Tuition and Financial Aid page.

Graduate Degree

Master of Arts in Teaching

  • MAT Degree
  • Certification Option

This represents our program as of Academic Year 2024-25.

Audience

current teachers

Duration

6 Terms
(typically 2 years)

Credits

32-39

Degree Programs

32 credits

MAT in Elementary Education

MAT in English Language Arts Education

MAT in Mathematics Education

MAT in Science Education

MAT in Social Studies Education

39 credits

MAT in Special Education

CERTIFICATION ENDORSEMENT AREAS

Students may elect to pursue their teacher certification in one of the following areas. Certification must correspond with the content of their degree program.

Elementary Teacher (Grades K-6)

Middle Level English Language Arts Teacher

Middle Level Mathematics Teacher

Middle Level Science Teacher

Middle Level Social Studies Teacher 

Secondary English Language Arts Teacher

Secondary Mathematics Teacher

Secondary Science Teacher - Biology

Secondary Science Teacher - Chemistry

Secondary Science Teacher - Earth Science

Secondary Science Teacher - Integrated Science

Secondary Science Teacher - Physics

Secondary Science Teacher - Physical Science

Middle Level Social Studies Teacher 

Secondary Social Studies Teacher

Only MAT in Special Education students may earn the following certification. They must also choose a secondary certification endorsement related to the content area in which they teach:

Special Education Teacher of Students with Disabilities

Tuition & Fees

Relay programs operate on a fee-per-credit model. To learn more, see the Tuition and Financial Aid page.

Alternative Certification

Delaware Alternative Route to Certification (ARTC) Program

  • Certification

This represents our program as of Academic Year 2024-25.

Audience

current teachers

Duration

3 terms
(Typically 1 year)

Credits

18

Certification Endorsement Areas

Elementary Teacher (Grades K-6)

Middle Level English Language Arts Teacher

Middle Level Mathematics Teacher

Middle Level Science Teacher

Middle Level Social Studies Teacher

Secondary English Language Arts Teacher

Secondary Mathematics Teacher

Secondary Social Studies Teacher

Secondary Science Teacher - Biology

Secondary Science Teacher - Chemistry

Secondary Science Teacher - Earth Science

Secondary Science Teacher - Integrated Science

Secondary Science Teacher - Physics

Secondary Science Teacher - Physical Science

Tuition & Fees

Relay programs operate on a fee-per-credit model. To learn more, see the Tuition and Financial Aid page.

Graduate Certificate

Advanced Certificate in Special Education

  • Graduate Certificate
  • Special Education Certification Option

This represents our program as of Academic Year 2024-25.

Audience

current teachers

Duration

4 terms
(Typically 1.5 years)

Credits

21

CERTIFICATION ENDORSEMENT AREA

Students in this program may elect to pursue the following state certification in addition to the graduate-level Advanced Certificate:

Special Education Teacher of Students with Disabilities

Tuition & Fees

Relay programs operate on a fee-per-credit model. To learn more, see the Tuition and Financial Aid page.

The Relay DelawareApproach

Since Relay Delaware opened its doors to both aspiring and experienced teachers in summer 2016, we have graduated over 150 teachers. We are proud of the work that our faculty have done to support teachers across the state from Claymont to Delmar. Relay Delaware teachers teach across the state in rural, suburban and urban settings, and most in traditional neighborhood schools.

Faculty

Relay has nearly 140 experienced, supportive faculty across our campuses. Here is one example of a faculty member who teaches and advises our Delaware students:

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“It is truly an honor to teach, advise and support Delaware’s next generation of educators. This is an unprecedented time in education. Yet, our graduate students dedicate themselves, day in and day out, to reaching and teaching ALL students. They inspire me daily!”

- Dana Rae Davisson, Program Director of Relay Delaware

Dana Rae Davisson is the Clinical Practice Director of Relay Delaware. She started her career in education as a TFA Corps Member, teaching first grade in the Greater Philadelphia region. Following that role, Dana transitioned to middle school teaching and school leadership in Wilmington, DE, where she stayed for 10 years before becoming an assistant professor at Relay. 

Dana has previously taught Core Pedagogy, and she continues to instruct all Delaware residents in Clinical Practice.

School and District Partners

Relay serves all public school districts and charter schools in Delaware. Last year, our largest numbers of graduate students were employed by:

  • Caesar Rodney School District
  • Christina School District
  • Colonial School District
  • Indian River School District
  • Freire Charter School of WIlmington
Teacher Recruitment Partners

Delaware Department of Education: Relay Delaware partners with LEAs (local educational agencies) across the state, in addition to working with the Delaware Department of Education to provide high quality Alternative Route to Certification programs and graduate-level residency programs to support the state’s teacher pipeline needs.

Contact Details

Prospective students and prospective district partners can contact our team anytime at support@relay.edu

Prospective students can also fill out an interest form. See the right box below!

For School or School System Leaders

Relay can help you develop your aspiring and current teachers to gain the vital skills and credentials needed to transform student lives.

For Aspiring or Current Teachers

Interested in finding out more about Relay’s programs? Have a burning question? FIll out  this interest form and a Prospective Student Advisor will reach out to you!