Apprenticeship Residency in Teaching

This sole‑source contract awards the Washington Education Association up to $700,000 to implement the Washington Education Association Apprenticeship Residency in Teaching (WEA‑ART), a statewide teacher‑residency program that provides a special‑education endorsement for bachelor‑degree holders. The work includes program administration, event hosting, curriculum development, regional trainings, and oversight of advisory boards, all delivered across numerous Washington school districts. • Program administration and staffing with a capped budget of $191,800. • Delivery of up to 4 candidate‑engagement events, 1 external‑partner event, 7 advisory‑board meetings, a summer institute, 4 site‑visits, and 13 regional trainings. • Curriculum design subcontracting for up to six consultants, with all deliverables due by June 2027 and strict reporting, insurance, and subcontractor registration requirements.