Human Resources

Greenville Alternative Teacher Education (GATE) Program

GATE Program Application Process

Step 1

Complete and submit the GATE Online Application.

WAIT to receive a GATE Letter of Evaluation from Greenville County Schools. This letter will notify you of initial eligibility

Step 2

Complete a district interview.  Information to complete this step will be sent via email once you have received your GATE Letter of Evaluation from step 1. 

Step 3

Take and pass the PRAXIS specialty area content exam.  Request to have a score report sent to the South Carolina Department of Education (code R8108) and GATE (code RA5248).

Step 4

Register and submit the South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) application for educator certification.  Complete ALL SCDE requirements (fees, fingerprint process, official transcripts, etc.)

WAIT to receive a GATE Statement of Eligibility from Greenville County Schools.  This letter will notify you of eligibility for the GATE Program.  Do NOT apply for open teaching positions until you receive your GATE Statement of Eligibility.  All steps above must be complete before your GATE Statement of Eligibility will be issued.

Step 5

Apply for open positions posted on the GCSD Jobs Listing Page.

GCS Jobs Listing Page

Step 6

Interview with school principals.

WAIT to receive a GATE Teacher employment offer.

Step 7

Complete GCSD onboarding and new employee orientation.

Welcome to Greenville County Schools and the GATE Program!