Nicole Skeen, University Induction Coordinator
Skeen oversees the program while providing support and coaching to teachers.
Supporting New Teachers
The Carolina Teacher Induction Program, or CarolinaTIP, is a three-year support program
offered to recent University of South Carolina graduates, teaching in participating
school districts. As of 2018, CarolinaTIP serves 38 schools in five districts across
the Midlands. In the future, the program will expand in hopes of serving College of
Education graduates across the state.
CarolinaTIP does not replace district induction programs, instead this program enhances
site-specific training and support. CarolinaTIP is the perfect complement to the support
teachers already receive from their school and districts. Participants receive a $500
stipend during their first year in the program, and the College of Education is implementing
graduate credit for successful completion of all three years in the program.
CarolinaTIP, the only program of its kind, demonstrates the University of South Carolina's commitment to the success of its
education graduates. Last year, Colonial Life donated $25,000 to support the start
of the program. As a company invested in the support of education, Colonial Life expanded
its support of the program for the 2018-19 school year.
We know the first three years can be difficult for new teachers, with an increasing number of them leaving the profession during this time. Carolina wants to support our graduates during the transition from the university to the classroom in hopes of retaining quality teachers throughout South Carolina.
Nicole Skeen, CarolinaTIP coordinator
Benefits of Additional Support
CarolinaTIP offers group workshops, coupled with personalized mentoring and classroom support. With the help of experienced coaches, teachers learn how to implement best practices ranging from behavior management to instructional strategies. In addition, all teachers receive on-site, in-class implementation support from coaches.
Our Lead Coaches
Angela Adams, Lead Coach
Angela provides coaching and support to induction teachers and serve on the CarolinaTIP leadership and development team as well as the advisory board.
Morgan Lee, Lead Coach
Morgan offers support and coaching to teachers.