Good FIT
(First Introduction to Teaching)
 Have
you ever thought about teaching as a career? Good FIT (First Introduction to
Teaching) offers you an opportunity to become a paid instructional intern in a public
school classroom one day a week with a model classroom teacher.
You must be a current student at one of the following educational institutions in
order to qualify and be accepted into this program:
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- Florida Atlantic University
- Palm Beach Community College
- Broward College
- Indian River State College
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Good FIT:
- Pays you $750 during the twelve weeks you explore your interest in teaching.
- Places you in a local public school classroom one day per week for twelve weeks
as an instructional intern.
- Provides you the opportunity to actively participate in classroom instructional
activities with a model teacher.
- Covers the cost of your initial required school district security clearance.
- Offers you opportunities to share your classroom experiences with other Good FIT
students and model teachers.
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"Working side-by-side with a high school teacher, I witnessed students struggle,
overcome obstacles and achieve at their highest potential. The students in the
reading class needed my assistance and found joy in my presence. Waking up in
the morning feels different now because I feel I have a purpose."
Sabah Shatara,
Good FIT Intern |
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"My first semester at PBCC I registered as "undecided" because I wasn't
sure of what career I wanted to pursue. After participating in Project
Good FIT, I now have a focus- TEACHING!"
Carl Morrison Jr.
"Project Good FIT gave me the opportunity to go back to my local high
school and sit face to face with some young men who are struggling and
on the verge of giving up. I know because I use to be one of those who
struggled. Now I can show them first hand that if they work hard and
stick with it (school) it will pay off! Project Good FIT gives you the
chance to give back to your community."
Travis Spencer
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Enter Good FIT Application
First Introduction to Teaching (Good FIT) FAQs
- How do I qualify for participation in the Good FIT Program?
Good FIT participants must be current students in good standing at Florida Atlantic University, Palm Beach Community College, Broward College or Indian River State College. You must also have one full day each week for 12 weeks when you have no classes or work scheduled so you can spend the full day (7 ½ hours) in an elementary or secondary classroom.
- What will I be doing in the classroom as a Good FIT student?
Good FIT students are placed in the classroom of a model teacher. On each of the 12 visits to the classroom you will work side by side with the teacher to help the students. You will have the opportunity to grade papers, assist individual or small groups of students, work on bulletin boards, and any of the other myriad jobs that teachers do.
- What are my responsibilities as a Good FIT student?
You will be required to attend an orientation during which all of your responsibilities will be explained to you. As a Good FIT student we expect you to be in your classroom on time for all 12 of your scheduled visits. You will be expected to dress and act professionally and to provide feedback to the program coordinator when asked. You will be evaluated by your host teacher for your professional behavior.
- How much do I get paid and when do I receive it?
You will be paid a stipend of $750 for your 12 days in the classroom at the end of the semester in which you participate. If your evaluation is positive and you remain in good standing at your college, you may apply for subsequent semesters.
- What are the security clearance procedures?
All students must have security clearance in the participating school district. Each district has its own procedures. The Good FIT program pays for the initial security clearance. Students who continue in the program are responsible for renewals.
- Where will I be placed as a Good FIT student?
FAU will work with the districts to identify the schools to host Good FIT students. These schools will vary from semester to semester. The local Good FIT coordinator will try to place students in schools close to their residences.
- How do I apply for the Good FIT program?
Please go to Enter Good FIT Application.
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