In Tennessee, Relay offers Master of Arts in Teaching programs with the option to pursue certification, as well as a non-degree licensure program. Relay students teaching across Tennessee enroll in Relay Memphis or Relay Nashville.
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.
Master of Arts in Teaching
- Teaching Residency
- MAT Degree
- Licensure Option
This represents our program for Academic Year 2022-23 and 2023-24
Audience
Duration
Credits
DEGREE PROGRAMS
Elementary (32 credits)
Secondary ELA (32 credits)
Secondary Math (32 credits)
Secondary Sciences (32 credits)
Secondary Social Studies (32 credits)
Early Childhood Special Education (39 credits)
Special Education (39 credits)
Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Learners (38 credits)
LICENSURE ENDORSEMENT AREAS
TN Elementary Education K-5
TN English/Language Arts 6-8
TN English/Language Arts 6-12
TN Mathematics 6-8
TN Mathematics 6-10
TN Mathematics 6-12
TN Science 6-8
TN Biology 6-12
TN Chemistry 6-12
TN Physics 6-12
TN Earth Science 6-12
TN Social Studies 6-8
TN History 6-12
TN Government 6-12
TN Geography 6-12
TN Economics 6-12
TN Psychology 9-12
TN Sociology 9-12
TN Special Education Interventionist K-8
TN Integrated Early Childhood Education Pre-K-3
TN Special Education Interventionist 6-12
TN English as a Second Language Pre-K-12
Tuition & Fees
For information on AY 2022-23, see this page
For a preview of our intended model for AY 2023-24, see this page
Master of Arts in Teaching
- MAT Degree
- Licensure Option
This represents our program for Academic Year 2022-23 and 2023-24
Audience
Duration
Credits
DEGREE PROGRAMS
Elementary (32 credits)
Secondary ELA (32 credits)
Secondary Math (32 credits)
Secondary Sciences (32 credits)
Secondary Social Studies (32 credits)
Early Childhood Special Education (39 credits)
Special Education (39 credits)
Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Learners (38 credits)
LICENSURE ENDORSEMENT AREAS
TN Elementary Education K-5
TN English/Language Arts 6-8
TN English/Language Arts 6-12
TN Mathematics 6-8
TN Mathematics 6-10
TN Mathematics 6-12
TN Science 6-8
TN Biology 6-12
TN Chemistry 6-12
TN Physics 6-12
TN Earth Science 6-12
TN Social Studies 6-8
TN History 6-12
TN Government 6-12
TN Geography 6-12
TN Economics 6-12
TN Psychology 9-12
TN Sociology 9-12
TN Special Education Interventionist K-8
TN Integrated Early Childhood Education Pre-K-3
TN Special Education Interventionist 6-12
TN English as a Second Language Pre-K-12
Tuition & Fees
For information on AY 2022-23, see this page
For a preview of our intended model for AY 2023-24, see this page
Tennessee Job-Embedded Licensure Program
- Licensure
This represents our program for Academic Year 2022-23 and 2023-24
Audience
Duration
Credits
PROGRAMS
Elementary (18 credits)
Secondary ELA (18 credits)
Secondary Math (18 credits)
Secondary Sciences (18 credits)
Secondary Social Studies (18 credits)
Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Learners (24 credits)
LICENSURE ENDORSEMENT AREAS
TN Elementary Education K-5
TN English/Language Arts 6-8
TN English/Language Arts 6-12
TN Mathematics 6-8
TN Mathematics 6-10
TN Mathematics 6-12
TN Science 6-8
TN Biology 6-12
TN Chemistry 6-12
TN Physics 6-12
TN Earth Science 6-12
TN Social Studies 6-8
TN History 6-12
TN Government 6-12
TN Geography 6-12
TN Economics 6-12
TN Psychology 9-12
TN Sociology 9-12
TN English as a Second Language Pre-K-12
Tuition & Fees
For information on AY 2022-23, see this page
For a preview of our intended model for AY 2023-24, see this page
The Relay Approach
Relay is honored to partner with Tennessee’s largest school districts in Memphis, Nashville, and Knoxville, as well many public charter school networks, and we are eager to continue working in collaboration with schools and districts on their long-term strategy for teacher recruitment and development. Our work in Tennessee launched with the founding of our Memphis campus in 2015, expanded with the launch of our Nashville campus in 2016, and starting in 2022 will expand to Knoxville. According to the Tennessee State Board of Education’s Teacher Prep Report Card, Relay is one of the top producers in the state of diverse educators and educators working in high-need subject areas, including Math, Science, Special Education, and English as a Second Language.
Faculty
Relay has nearly 200 experienced, supportive faculty across our campuses. Here is one example of a faculty member who teaches and advises our Tennessee students:
“ ‘Only the educated are free.’- Epictetus. This philosophy fuels my passion and purpose for teaching graduate students. As teachers, we can influence or inhibit the liberation of the young minds we meet in our classrooms. When I see this philosophy take root in my graduate students, I am encouraged by the work they will do on behalf of the children we serve.”
- Lequite Manning, Department Chair of Clinical Practice
Lequite Manning is the Department Chair of Clinical Practice and Residency for Relay Graduate School of Education and will serve as the Clinical Practice Director for the state of Tennessee. Her expertise ranges from elementary teacher, principal, and Instructional Leadership Director specializing in coaching principals, building positive school and organizational cultures, and change management. She will graduate with an Ed.D in Leadership in School Reform in December 2022.
School and District Partners
Relay partners with over 25 public school districts and systems across Tennessee. Here is just a sample:
- Memphis-Shelby County Schools
- Metro Nashville Public Schools
- Knox County Schools
- Freedom Preparatory Academy
- Promise Academy
- KIPP Nashville
- LEAD Public Schools
- Valor Collegiate Academies
Teacher Recruitment Partners
Man Up Teacher Fellowship
Relay partners with Man Up Teacher Fellowship to support and develop male teachers of color looking to become excellent educators for their students. Learn more.
Teach For America - Nashville
Relay partners with Teach For America - Nashville to provide high quality training, coaching, and support to TFA corps members through Relay's Alternative Licensure and Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) programs. Learn more.
Regulations and Policies Specific To Tennessee
Credits earned at the Relay Graduate School of Education (Relay) may not transfer to another educational institution. Credits earned at another educational institution may not be accepted by Relay. You should obtain confirmation that Relay will accept any credits you have earned at another educational institution before you execute an enrollment contract or agreement. You should also contact any educational institutions that you may want to transfer credits earned at Relay to determine if such institutions will accept credits earned at Relay prior to executing an enrollment contract or agreement. The ability to transfer credits from Relay to another educational institution may be very limited. Your credits may not transfer and you may have to repeat courses previously taken at Relay if you enroll in another educational institution. You should never assume that credits will transfer to or from any educational institution. It is highly recommended and you are advised to make certain that you know the transfer of credit policy of Relay and of any other educational institutions you may in the future want to transfer the credits earned at Relay before you execute an enrollment contract or agreement.
You may access the full Tennessee Transferability of Credits disclosure here.
Contact Details
Memphis
Relay Memphis
1350 Concourse Ave, Suite 434
Memphis, TN 38104
Executive Director: Arik Shur
Email: Memphis@relay.edu
Nashville
Relay Nashville
1108 McKennie Avenue
Nashville, TN 37206
Executive Director: Arik Shur
Email: Nashville@relay.edu
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.
See the Contact Us tab for how to connect with Relay in Tennessee.
For Aspiring or Current Teachers
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