IMPACT SETX FAQ
Does Region 5 place teacher interns with school districts?
After acceptance into IMPACT SETX, each applicant is responsible for securing his/her own employment in Regions 5 public school districts, charter schools or Texas Education Agency accredited private schools. Teacher intern employment information is shared with all Region 5 school districts. With program approval, teacher interns may pursue employment outside of Regions 5. There is an additional fee of $1,500 for employment in districts outside of Regions 5 to defray staff travel expense.
A link to all districts located in Region 5 Website.
When can I start my internship?
In order to be hired by a school district and start your internship, you must pass your content exam, complete 150 hours of coursework, and 50 hours of field-based experience. Please note that Core Subjects (EC-6 and 4-8), ELAR 4-8 and ELAR/Social Studies 4-8 also require the Science of Teaching Reading (STR) exam.
During the teacher internship, am I paid a salary?
Yes, once accepted into IMPACT SETX and hired by a school district, teacher interns are paid a first-year teacher’s salary less the balance of the program fee. As with any employment, it is the employee’s responsibility to inquire with the employing school district as to salary and benefits. Teacher interns are considered a classroom teacher and an employee of the school district. As such, teacher interns are subject to all rules and responsibilities as outlined in local school board policy. Once teacher interns earn their certification, the teacher internship year counts as the first year of service.
When will I begin receiving my salary?
Teachers, in general, are paid on a monthly basis on the last working day of the month. First-year teachers typically receive their first paycheck at the end of September even though they may have begun working in August. Teacher interns should be prepared for a lean first month.
What kind of salary can I expect to earn?
All school districts pay a minimum state base salary; many districts pay above state base. Please check with individual districts about their respective salary scales and benefit packages. TEA Website on minimum salaries
How do I apply to the Region 5 Teacher Certification Program?
IMPACT SETX uses an online application process. The application process can be initiated from the main page of the IMPACT SETX web site.
Is there an application deadline?
Yes, the online application must be completed by the application deadline published for that particular cohort recruitment period. Official transcripts must be received in IMPACT SETX's office prior to program acceptance.
What if I attended more than one college, but all courses, hours, and grades appear on the transcript of the college where I earned my degree?
We require receipt of all official transcripts from each college or university you attended.
What do I do if my transcripts are from a foreign country?
All foreign transcripts must have official U.S. translations showing degree and grade equivalency. You will need to contact a Foreign Credential Evaluation Services Company from the Texas Education Agency's TEA foreign credential evaluation guidance about foreign transcript evaluations. In addition, candidates must complete an entrance exam.
Once I complete the application process and meet the academic requirements, am I automatically enrolled in the program?
Submitting an application begins the process of admission to IMPACT SETX. Applications and transcripts will be reviewed for eligibility. Additional requirements include:
Interview with the Program Director
A review of all program application information
All candidate information is reviewed and selections are made based on program capacity and strength of the candidate in relation to other applicants.
What is the purpose of the criminal record release?
You’re signing and submitting the Criminal Record Release allows Region 5 ESC to run a criminal record search. Applicants who have a criminal record will be contacted individually by the IMPACT SETX staff. Criminal records must be reported by the executive director to the State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) as per Texas Education Code (TEC) 22.083 and Texas Administrative Code (TAC) 249.14. Region 5 ESC reserves the right to refuse entry to the program based on information reported by the Texas Department of Public Safety.
A person who is enrolled or planning to enroll in a State Board for Educator Certification-approved educator preparation program or planning to take a certification examination may request a preliminary criminal history evaluation letter regarding the person's potential ineligibility for certification due to a conviction or deferred adjudication for a felony or misdemeanor offense. TAC 227.103
What offenses could result in potential ineligibility of an individual who is seeking certification?
Will the program require much of a time commitment?
Yes, IMPACT SETX is an intense, high quality program. The program is designed only for highly committed candidates who are able to excel in an intense, fast-paced instruction environment. The program is designed to be completed within two years. Inactive candidates will be dismissed from the program after six months of inactivity. Inactive candidates are those who are no longer completing coursework, training, and testing requirements.
What should I do if I have a complaint?
Program information from Region 5, checked September 7, 2026. View the official source page.