Human Resources
Greenville Alternative Teacher Education (GATE) Program
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GATE Program Application Process
GATE Admission Process Checklist
Step 1 - Complete & Submit
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 and the correct Praxis exam you should prepare for.
Step 2 - Take & 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). Upload a screenshot of your PRAXIS exam registration page and score report to the GCS online application.
Complete a district interview. Instructions will be included in your GATE Letter of Evaluation from Step 1.
Step 3 - Register & Submit
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 4 - Apply
Apply for open positions posted on the GCSD Jobs Listing Page.
Interview with school principals.
WAIT to receive a GATE Teacher employment offer.
Step 5 - Save the Date
Save the date for the Gate Summer Institute - July 6-24, 2026.
Provide required agreements, forms, and new hire documents to Human Resources.